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Meta India Appoints Aman Jain as New Public Policy Head to Drive Strategic Engagements
Dec 12, 2025 03:32 pm CST
Meta India has appointed Aman Jain as its new Head of Public Policy, bringing over 20 years of experience from Amazon, Google, and the Indian government. Joining in early 2025, Jain will lead policy strategy as India's digital economy expands in AI and emerging technologies, helping Meta build a more inclusive and trusted internet ecosystem while strengthening relationships with regulators and industry stakeholders.
Reddit Files Legal Challenge Against Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban: Privacy and Freedom Concerns Raised
Dec 12, 2025 09:59 am CST
Reddit has launched a legal challenge against Australia's landmark social media ban for users under 16, arguing the legislation infringes on freedom of political communication and raises serious privacy concerns regarding age verification methods. The company contends it should be exempt as an adult-focused discussion forum, while the Australian government maintains the restrictions are necessary to protect young users from online harm. The case is being closely watched by other countries considering similar measures.
Elon Musk Calls for Abolition of European Union Following $140 Million Fine on X Platform
Dec 07, 2025 10:22 am CST
Following a €120 million fine imposed on X for violating EU digital regulations, Elon Musk publicly called for the abolition of the European Union. The penalty, issued under the Digital Services Act, cited transparency violations related to X's verification system and data access. Musk stated he loves Europe but opposes the "bureaucratic monster" of the EU, prompting criticism from the Trump administration.
EU Fines Elon Musk's X $140 Million for Digital Services Act Violations Amid US-EU Tensions
Dec 06, 2025 11:16 am CST
The European Union has imposed a $140 million fine on Elon Musk's X platform for violating digital transparency rules, specifically regarding its verification system and researcher data access. This first-ever penalty under the Digital Services Act has sparked diplomatic tensions, with top US officials including JD Vance and Marco Rubio condemning the action as an attack on American tech companies, while EU officials maintain it's about enforcing transparent digital practices rather than censorship.
Elon Musk's X Platform Fined $140 Million by EU for Digital Services Act Violations
Dec 05, 2025 07:32 pm CST
The European Union has imposed a €120 million ($140 million) fine on Elon Musk's social media platform X for breaching the Digital Services Act regulations on online content. This landmark first penalty under new EU tech legislation addresses transparency failures and platform design issues, while TikTok avoided similar sanctions through concessions. The case highlights growing tensions between US tech companies and European regulators over digital governance standards.
EU Launches Antitrust Investigation into Meta's AI Integration with WhatsApp: Competition Concerns for Third-Party Providers
Dec 05, 2025 02:31 am CST
The European Union has initiated an antitrust investigation into Meta's implementation of AI features in WhatsApp, concerned that the company's new policy could prevent third-party AI providers from accessing the platform's business API. While WhatsApp dismisses these allegations as baseless, EU competition chief Teresa Ribera emphasizes the need to prevent dominant digital companies from hindering innovation in the AI space. This probe adds to Meta's growing regulatory challenges in Europe, including ongoing DSA investigations and a recent 200-million-euro fine appeal.
Lina Khan: From FTC Chair to Key Advisor in Mamdani's NYC Transition Team
Nov 15, 2025 05:44 pm CST
Former Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan joins NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's transition team as co-chair, bringing her expertise in antitrust enforcement and economic policy. Known for challenging Big Tech during her historic tenure as the youngest FTC Chair, Khan will now help shape New York City's affordability initiatives and economic direction as Mamdani prepares to take office in January 2026.
Amazon's Legal Battle with Perplexity AI Over Shopping Assistant Technology Highlights Growing Tech Industry Tensions
Nov 05, 2025 02:24 pm CST
Amazon has issued a legal threat to Perplexity AI demanding the startup block its Comet browser's AI shopping assistant from operating on Amazon's platform. Perplexity rejects these demands, framing the conflict as a case of market dominance stifling innovation in AI assistant technology. This clash represents broader questions about consumer choice, the future of AI shopping assistants, and how tech giants respond to emerging competition in their spaces.
Meta Challenges French Ruling on Facebook's Discriminatory Job Advertisement Algorithm
Nov 05, 2025 02:18 am CST
Meta Platforms has contested a landmark ruling by France's rights watchdog that found Facebook's algorithm discriminates based on gender in job advertisements. The Defenseur des Droits gave Meta three months to implement non-discriminatory measures, marking a significant step in European tech regulation and platform accountability. Women's rights organizations who initiated the complaint have welcomed this precedent-setting decision.
Australia's Landmark Social Media Ban for Under-16s: How It Works and What It Means Globally
Oct 17, 2025 12:46 pm CST
Australia's pioneering social media ban for under-16s takes effect December 10, 2024, prohibiting platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok from allowing young teens to create accounts. This groundbreaking legislation aims to protect children from cyberbullying, predatory behavior, and harmful content, while requiring platforms to implement age verification systems. Despite mixed reactions about privacy concerns and enforceability, the law represents a potential global shift in regulating children's social media access, with countries like New Zealand and Denmark already following Australia's lead.