Brussels takes aim at Big Tech
The new EU’s Digital Markets Act allows Brussels to impose huge fines on ‘gatekeepers’ that restrict access to online services.
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Migration not ‘adding heaps’ to pressures
RBA governor Michele Bullock says it is ‘not clear cut’ that the recent surge in migration is ‘adding heaps’ to inflation, saying the boost to the workforce was helping ease pressures in the labour market.
Nepal bans TikTok, saying it disturbs ‘social harmony’
Other governments, including the US, have taken steps to restrict the app, often citing security concerns.
Optus outage: Will the telco’s boss survive the crisis?
For the second time in just over a year, Optus chief executive Kelly Bayer Rosmarin has found herself in the hot seat as the telco faces a fresh reputational disaster.
Meta blocks news for Canadians
Changes are in response to legislation aimed at obtaining compensation for domestic media.
TikTok stars rally at Capitol
Firm enlists influencers for lobbying blitz before CEO’s congressional testimony on Friday.
‘We’re here to draw a line in the sand’: Langton
Marcia Langton says there’s ‘no evidence’ previous bodies aimed at improving Indigenous outcomes didn’t work, but recommendations weren’t taken up by former governments.
US Justice Department probes TikTok’s tracking of journos
Federal investigation follows ByteDance’s admission that employees misused records.
Judges sceptical about holding Google liable
Islamic State victim’s family argues that Section 230 shouldn’t shield internet company.
UK threat to jail big tech bosses
Large tech companies would face penalties if they don’t have sufficiently robust systems to remove illegal content.
Tesla posts record annual profit
CEO Elon Musk is providing updates on his electric-vehicle maker’s new products.
Chip supply dangerously low
US manufacturers have only a few days left of computer chips.
Twist in PM’s WeChat saga
There may be another explanation as to why Prime Minister Scott Morrison lost control of his WeChat account.
Cryptos halve in two months
Major cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin and ethereum have tanked to almost half their value two months ago.
Sony shares tumble on Microsoft deal
Sony shares tumbled 11 per cent after Microsoft said it wanted to buy Call of Duty maker, gaming giant Activision Blizzard.
Microsoft gaming deal may face antitrust probe
Microsoft’s proposed $US69bn acquisition of “Call of Duty” maker Activision Blizzard is likely to be examined by antitrust enforcers in the US and abroad.
Microsoft offers to buy game giant Activision Blizzard
Microsoft has offered $US69bn for Call of Duty gaming giant Activision Blizzard, which earlier said it had removed about 40 employees over misconduct claims.
Russia arrests hackers
Russia says it has arrested members of the REvil ransomware group blamed for major attacks against critical infrastructure.
Haventec raises $11m, launches US expansion
The Sydney cyber security start-up says now is the perfect time for its overseas push.
Dogecoin soars on Musk promise
The cryptocurrency Dogecoin has soared after Elon Musk said Tesla would accept it for payments.
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