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3 Dec

Microsoft faces UK lawsuit over cloud computing licences

British firms and organizations may be due more than $1.27 billion in compensation as Microsoft tried to force clients into using its cloud computing service and restrict competition.

3 Dec

Intercept exposes contradictions in Google's Project Nimbus claims

3 Dec

China slams US crackdown on chip tech access, takes countermeasure

30 Nov

Canada's top news organizations file copyright lawsuit against OpenAI

28 Nov

Australia bans children from social media, setting first

24 Nov

Huawei's chip breakthrough makes Apple in China vulnerable

21 Nov

US government pushes for Google and Chrome breakup to address monopoly

16 Nov

SpaceX plans hundreds of Starship launches under Trump admin

5 Nov

Iran’s private space sector in new milestone with satellite launches

Australia bans children from social media, setting first

Earlier, Albanese said that social media was "doing social harm," detailing how Australian children should have childhoods and parents should feel supported by the government.

Huawei's chip breakthrough makes Apple in China vulnerable

Although Apple continues to hold China as its second-largest market after the US, its dominance in the high-end smartphone segment has faced increasing competition from Huawei.

US government pushes for Google and Chrome breakup to address monopoly

The US government’s call for the breakup of Google reportedly represents a notable shift in its approach to regulating technology companies.

SpaceX plans hundreds of Starship launches under Trump admin

As the Trump administration approaches the beginning of its term, SpaceX's relationship with the government is anticipated to change, with Musk playing an important role in determining space policy.

Iran’s private space sector in new milestone with satellite launches

Iran's private space sector achieved a breakthrough with the successful launch of its first domestically produced satellites, Kowsar and Hodhod, expanding its capabilities in Earth observation and satellite-based communications.

Encrypted app moves to Switzerland due to Australia's privacy laws

Developed in 2018 by the Oxen Privacy Tech Foundation (OPTF), Session allows users to communicate anonymously by bypassing traditional identifiers like phone numbers or emails.

Russia to launch two Iranian satellites Tuesday

Russia and Iran continue to deepen their technological ties amid heavy sanctions from the US and Europe.

Fired Microsoft employees say company 'crumbled under pressure'

Microsoft has alleged that the firing of Abdo Mohamed and Hossam Nasr is due to their use of equipment that disrupted business operations.

X's Community Notes fail to counter US election-related misinformation

Misinformation shared on the X platform regarding the US elections has not been accurately addressed or corrected, according to a CCDH report.

'Israel's' credit card system down sparking fears of cyberattack

Settlers across occupied Palestine have reported difficulties using their credit cards for purchases and payments, as concerns of a cyberattack strike "Israel".

Microsoft fires employees for organizing vigil for Gaza victims

The tech giant on Friday divulged it "ended the employment of some individuals in accordance with internal policy" without providing additional details.

US unveils national security plan to step up use of AI

A senior Biden administration official told reporters that the US intends to create national security AI applications in areas like cybersecurity and counterintelligence to reduce the possibility of a "strategic surprise" from its enemies.

Brazilian court allows social network X to resume operations

Brazil's Supreme Court allowed X to restart its services in the country on Tuesday after the social media platform changed its stance and began adhering to court rulings that billionaire owner Elon Musk had previously promised to oppose.

Musk finally settles Brazil fines, but in wrong bank account

Elon Musk has finally adhered to the Brazilian Supreme Court's demands, but transferred the millions of dollars in fines to the wrong account.

EU votes for tariffs on Chinese EVs; auto industry slams decision

The imposition of definitive tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles has garnered backlash from the electric mobile industry, calling for different solutions.

Durov says Telegram now sharing details with multiple governments

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov stated that the platform has been sharing criminal information with authorities for six years and emphasized that recent policy updates do not signify a major change in operations.

Musk abides by Brazilian judge orders, appoints X legal representative

Musk complied with the Brazilian Supreme Court's demands by appointing a legal representative, paying outstanding fines, and removing users from the platform deemed a threat to Brazil's democracy.

Israeli Intellexa spyware entity, five individuals under US sanctions

Despite the Department attempting to contain the spyware industry, it makes no mention of the company's Israeli origin.

Australian PM Albanese responds to Musk after 'fascists' remark

Anthony Albanese stresses that social media "has a social responsibility."

Musk calls Australian government 'fascists' over misinformation bill

Elon Musk and the Australian government continue to trade insults as the assistant treasurer calls Musk’s comment “crackpot stuff”.

Norway buys three more TPY-4 radars to boost arctic defense coverage

The TPY-4, commonly known as "NATO's eyes in the North," just passed the Critical Design Review (CDR), which confirmed that the radar design meets program objectives, according to Lockheed Martin.

Russian Soyuz launches with two Russians, one American to the ISS

The launch proceeded normally, with the crew seated in their space suits inside the descent module.

Apple to pay €13bln in tax after EU antitrust chief wins case

In 2016, the European Commission ordered Apple to pay 13 billion euros ($14.4 billion) in back taxes to Ireland, claiming that the iPhone company profited from two Irish tax judgments for more than two decades.

Telegram will start moderating private chats, altering policy: Durov

“All Telegram apps have ‘Report’ buttons that let you flag illegal content for our moderators — in just a few taps,” the new policy stated