European regulators are looking more closely at how Meta Platforms uses AI in its popular messaging services, which is putting more pressure on the firm to follow the rules. WhatsApp, one of the most popular ways to communicate in the world, is at the focus of the investigation. Critics fear that a set of contract …
Chicago's Pilsen neighbourhood feels like any other city neighbourhood created by generations of working families in the quiet moments before sunset. Kids are playing in Dvorak Park, and parents are watching from nearby benches. The sound of laughing echoes off the playground equipment. But just beyond this commonplace scene sits a reminder of a previous …
WhatsApp has officially accused the Russian government of purposefully making it harder for millions of users to communicate privately as the country attempts to further limit foreign-owned internet companies. There are a lot of complaints of slowdowns and outages in Russia, which raises bigger questions about digital freedom, governmental control, and the future of encrypted …
Google Cloud has taken a big step towards becoming a leader in enterprise cybersecurity by announcing a major expansion of its partnership with Palo Alto Networks. People in the industry say this is one of the most important security services agreements the cloud provider has ever signed. A source who knows about the agreement said …
The U.S. Department of Energy has made a big step towards changing the future of scientific research by officially teaming up with some of the biggest IT businesses in the world on its Genesis Mission. The main idea behind the project is that the U.S. government is starting to believe that AI is no longer …
TikTok has taken one of its most important moves yet to protect its future in the US after years of political tension, legal drama, and regulatory uncertainty. ByteDance, the Chinese business that owns the very popular short video app, has signed legally binding agreements to give ownership of TikTok's US operations to a new joint …
In 2025, the US crypto sector was in a very confident mindset. The sector suddenly had political goodwill, less scrutiny, and a series of policy moves that many executives had thought were impossible after years of legal pressure, unclear regulations, and public doubt. For an industry that has always relied on momentum and hope to …
The recent meltdown in the crypto market has made investors slow down, evaluate their assumptions, and change the way they deal with digital assets. What used to be driven by aggressive optimism and quick capital inflows has changed into a phase that is more thoughtful and focused on strategy. Not all sections of the crypto …
A new privacy issue has put TikTok back in the European regulatory limelight. This time, it's because people are saying that the app used a third-party tracking technology to keep an eye on what other applications were doing, including the LGBTQ+ dating service Grindr. The privacy group None of Your Business, or noyb for short, …
OpenAI has hired Albert Lee, a seasoned technology strategist, as vice president of corporate development. This shows how seriously the firm is getting ready for its next phase of expansion. The new hire is an executive with a lot of experience managing big acquisitions, partnerships, and long-term strategic investments at one of the most important …
The Russian ban on Roblox has gradually turned into something bigger than a fight over a kids' game site. What began as a regulatory decision has now uncovered deeper conflicts concerning censorship, digital freedom, child protection, and the limits of state authority in an increasingly online world. In a country where public rallies are rare, …
HashKey Holdings has made a big move into the public markets, and this is one of the most keenly watched cryptocurrency listings in Hong Kong in the past few years. The city's largest licensed digital asset exchange has set the price for its initial public offering at the higher end of expectations, bringing in about …
Apple is already planning for what could be one of its most experimental years ever, even if its next launch cycle is still a ways off. There are reports that four new iPhone models will come out in 2026. These will include budget-friendly improvements, luxury enhancements, and a long-awaited foldable handset. But even with all …
Meta Platforms stock has once again become a focal point for investors, analysts, and everyday market watchers, driven by a mix of strategic cost-cutting, shifting priorities toward artificial intelligence, and notable insider trading activity. The conversation around Meta Platforms is no longer just about social media dominance; it is increasingly about discipline, direction, and whether …
