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EU Intensifies Pressure on Apple to Enhance Competition by Opening Features

4 days ago

The European Union is ramping up its efforts to compel Apple Inc. to loosen its grip on its ecosystem, aiming to foster a more competitive environment for rival companies. This initiative comes as part of the EU's wider digital market strategies, where regulators are increasingly scrutinizing the practices of tech giants to ensure fair competition in the digital space.

Europe Poised for Confrontation with Trump Over Big Tech Regulations

14 days ago

As the global debate over big tech's influence intensifies, European leaders are gearing up for a potential clash with the incoming Trump administration regarding regulations on major technology firms. This upcoming confrontation is fueled by deep-seated concerns over data privacy, monopolistic practices, and market fairness, which European governments deem essential for protecting their citizens and economies.

Apple Set to Encounter Landmark Fine as EU Enforces Digital Markets Act

2 months ago

In a groundbreaking move, the European Union (EU) is gearing up to impose its first financial penalty on Apple under the newly instituted Digital Markets Act (DMA). This legislative framework aims to foster fair competition and curb monopolistic practices among tech giants, putting pressure on companies like Apple to comply with stricter regulations regarding their operations in the EU market.

Google Judge Questions Company Testimony as Ad Defense Begins

3 months ago

For the first time during the ongoing antitrust trial against Google, Judge Amit Mehta expressed some doubts regarding testimony by executives of Google. One of those executives kept insisting that Google has been attacked over common practices of the search advertising business.