Tag: Tech Policy
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Industry Takes on the Age Verification Wars
Industry Dives into a Controversial Frontier The latest season of Industry, the acclaimed financial drama from Konrad Kay and Mickey Down, pivots from the high-stakes trading floors to a battleground that’s been quietly simmering in policy circles for years: age verification. What begins as a procedural thread in the show’s banking world quickly blossoms into…
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Singapore’s Digital Empire Hits the Energy Wall
Introduction: The Island’s Double Helix of Growth Singapore has long been celebrated as a hub of finance, logistics, and tech. But behind the glossy skyline lies a stubborn tension: a digital empire expanding at the edge of the city-state’s energy envelope. The country’s ascent as a global data and tech hub is not just a…
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AI Safety Risks: World May Not Have Time to Prepare, Warns Leading Researcher
Urgent warning from a leading AI safety researcher A senior figure from the UK’s scientific research community has warned that the world may not have sufficient time to prepare for the safety risks posed by the latest generation of artificial intelligence systems. The concerns come from a prominent programme director and AI safety expert, who…
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US Congress Moves to Hold Australia’s eSafety Chief in Contempt Over Testimony on Online Safety
Background: Cross-Border Online Safety in Focus Lawmakers in the United States have signaled a strong stance regarding cross-border online safety rules, targeting Australia’s eSafety commissioner, Julie Inman Grant. The dispute centers on the need for international cooperation and transparency as digital platforms operate beyond national borders. The tension has intensified as U.S. lawmakers demand formal…
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Digital Ethiopia: Telecom Growth, Cybersecurity Strength, and AI Expansion
Introduction: A New Era for Ethiopia’s Digital Economy Ethiopia is emboldening its digital future with a multi-pronged strategy that centers on expanding telecom networks, strengthening cybersecurity, and accelerating artificial intelligence adoption. Officials from key institutions outlined a roadmap that aims to lift connectivity, safeguard digital infrastructure, and unlock AI-driven growth across industries. Telecom Expansion: Building…
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Google and Epic Games Report Compliance with US Injunction in Antitrust Dispute
Update on Injunction Compliance In a move that underscores ongoing cooperation between the two tech giants, Google and Epic Games filed a joint status report detailing their progress in implementing the injunction issued in their United States antitrust dispute. The filing, released as of December 20, 2025, confirms that the parties do not presently dispute…
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Google and Epic Games Update: US Injunction Compliance Status Report
Overview of the Status Report In a joint update released on December 20, 2025, Google and Epic Games submitted a status report detailing their ongoing compliance with the US court injunction related to their antitrust dispute. The filing signals a continued cooperative posture as both tech giants work through mandated remedies and behavioral safeguards designed…
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TikTok’s Turbulent Trade: From Global Sensation to US Divestment Target
Introduction: A Global Phenomenon at the Center of a Geopolitical Tug-of-War TikTok rose from a viral video app to one of the most recognizable social platforms worldwide. Yet behind the upbeat dances and viral challenges lies a high-stakes debate about data security, national sovereignty, and the power of parental companies. The tension reached a boiling…
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TikTok US Split: ByteDance Sale Aims to Appease Ban
Background: The pressure on TikTok and ByteDance TikTok has long been at the center of a global debate over data security, national sovereignty, and how popular social media platforms should be governed. In the United States, lawmakers and regulators have questioned whether ByteDance, the Chinese owner of TikTok, could shield American users’ data from access…
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US Suspends Technology Deal with UK as Trade Talks Stall
Overview: A Sudden pause in a high-profile tech pact The United States has suspended the implementation of the so-called technology prosperity deal with the United Kingdom, a pact that was designed to deepen cooperation in advanced technologies and mutual prosperity. The decision, announced amid mounting frustrations in Washington over the pace of broader trade negotiations…