The EU AI Act, US executive actions and China’s rules — the legal frameworks being built around AI in real time.
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ECB Executive Board member Frank Elderson urged Eurozone banks to prepare for cyber attacks leveraging Anthropic's 'Mythos' AI model or similar tools. The warning was issued on May 13.
36氪 · 131d ago
The French consumer protection agency is calling for stricter EU enforcement against Shein and Temu. They cite an alarmingly high rate of non-compliant and dangerous products compared to traditional retail.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 131d ago
Texas accuses Netflix of spying on users, including children. The lawsuit arises amid increased scrutiny of platform features like auto-play that deliver endless content.
BBC Technology · 132d ago
Australia’s financial crimes watchdog has issued a warning about rising money laundering threats fueled by AI. Criminals are using AI to scale operations, automate processes, and generate fake documents.
Bloomberg Technology · 132d ago
The US administration is nearing a US$400 million settlement with TikTok to resolve a lawsuit over child-privacy violations, per ABC News sources. The White House and Justice Department declined comment, as did TikTok.
SCMP Technology · 135d ago
California gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer proposes a jobs guarantee for workers displaced by AI. Described as a long-shot initiative to safeguard employment amid AI disruption.
Wired AI · 135d ago
Apple faces a $4.1 billion class action lawsuit in the UK over iCloud services, potentially compensating 40 million users with $95 each. The UK Competition Appeal Tribunal rejected Apple's attempt to narrow the lawsuit's scope.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 136d ago
Meta supports law enforcement data access via Bill C-22's Part 1 but strongly opposes Part 2's broad technical assistance powers. These could force companies to weaken encryption, install spyware, and create systemic vulnerabilities without adequate safeguards or challenge mechanisms.
Meta Newsroom · 136d ago
A federal judge denied Alphabet's request to pause a DOJ remedy order. The order mandates Google share underlying search data with rivals during its appeal of an illegal search monopoly ruling.
Bloomberg Technology · 136d ago
Meta has launched a legal challenge against UK regulator Ofcom over the fines regime under the Online Safety Act. The company claims the methodology for calculating charges, based on global revenue, is flawed.
The Guardian Technology · 136d ago
Meta has launched a judicial review against UK regulator Ofcom over its method for calculating fees and penalties under the Online Safety Act. The High Court heard details on Thursday, with first invoices due in September.
The Next Web (TNW) · 136d ago
Irish regulators are probing Meta for using dark patterns to discourage non-algorithmic feeds. European law mandates large platforms offer alternatives to algorithmic feeds.
Engadget · 138d ago
Ireland’s media watchdog is investigating Meta over user inability to customize Instagram and Facebook feeds. Concerns focus on blocking rights to choose feed content.
Bloomberg Technology · 138d ago
New Mexico AG seeks $3.7B abatement plan from Meta after $375M verdict. Requests fund mental health, law enforcement, educators, plus service changes like age verification and 99% new CSAM detection.
The Verge · 138d ago
New Mexico lawsuit against Meta opened in court this week. Accuses Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp of harming teen mental health.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 139d ago
A New Mexico bench trial may require Meta to alter algorithms, add age verification, and fund $3.7bn for mental health. Meta threatens to withdraw Facebook and Instagram from the state rather than comply.
The Next Web (TNW) · 140d ago
Australia’s ASX warned firms against exaggerating AI's impact on operations to ramp up share prices. The exchange actively monitors the market for such 'ramping' practices.
Bloomberg Technology · 140d ago
The EU views data as a privacy right, the US as a corporate asset, and China as a national economic resource akin to land, labor, capital, and technology. This fundamental distinction creates structurally different data governance frameworks.
The Next Web (TNW) · 140d ago
DJI, pioneer of consumer drones, faces sales bans in Washington and Beijing. On May 1, its Beijing flagship store cleared models like Neo, Mavic, and Mini from shelves.
The Next Web (TNW) · 140d ago
Shoppers are wrongly identified by store facial recognition systems, leading to public shaming and ejection without help to appeal. Watchdogs warn that AI oversight lags far behind the technology's rapid deployment.
The Guardian Technology · 140d ago
Varun Chandra, a top UK government adviser, held 16 undisclosed meetings with executives from Google, Meta, and Apple. Discussions covered AI, regulations, and Trump’s administration.
The Guardian Technology · 141d ago
Chinese cyberspace authorities are cracking down on self-media accounts failing to label sources for political and timely news, including AI-generated content and fictional tags. Platforms must conduct self-audits and have disposed of over 98,000 violating accounts.
36氪 · 141d ago
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has officially stated that AI cannot win Oscars for acting or writing. This reinforces the centrality of human performance and authorship.
Digital Trends · 141d ago
New Mexico AG won $375M against Meta in child safety case. A three-week public nuisance trial starts Monday over demanded changes to Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
The Verge · 141d ago
The US FCC unanimously voted to bar Chinese labs from testing electronics like smartphones, cameras, and computers for US use. About 75% of US electronics are currently tested in China.
SCMP Technology · 143d ago
Meta's $2 billion acquisition of Manus, aimed at securing AI future, was prohibited after just 118 days. Zuckerberg's ambitious plan shattered by regulatory ban.
虎嗅 · 144d ago
Emergency first responders report Waymo autonomous vehicles are deteriorating in performance. A police official told federal regulators last month that the technology was deployed too quickly across hundreds of vehicles when it wasn't ready.
Wired AI · 144d ago
AI-generated 'overbearing CEO' videos target lonely elderly women on Douyin, providing emotional companionship before selling products like skincare. Production costs near zero using simple AI tools for video, dubbing, and scripting.
虎嗅 · 145d ago
Amid intensifying US-China tech rivalry, Singapore is emerging as a neutral hub for the AI industry. Companies seek its favorable business environment to evade China's surveillance and US visa restrictions.
ITmedia AI+ (日本) · 146d ago
Apple and Google swiftly defeated a California bill designed to aid smaller rivals. The move highlights their massive political influence in their home state.
Bloomberg Technology · 146d ago