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Optus Faces Manslaughter Probe Over Deadly Triple Zero Outage

Australian telco giant Optus could face unprecedented corporate manslaughter charges as a national inquiry investigates a catastrophic 16-hour Triple Zero outage linked to multiple fatalities, prompting calls for massive fines and criminal liability.

Optus CEO Under Fire After Deadly Network Blackout

Optus CEO Stephen Rue is under immense pressure to resign following a catastrophic 14-hour nationwide network outage that left 10 million Australians stranded and has been connected to three tragic deaths after emergency calls failed.

Pensioner's 5G mast health nightmare in Shropshire

A 74-year-old grandmother from Shropshire claims a newly erected 15m telecoms mast near her home has triggered a devastating health crisis, leaving her with chronic pain, nausea, and an inability to sleep, in a case igniting the 5G safety debate.

US Exposes Huawei's Secret China-Funded Research Network

A major US investigation uncovers Huawei's covert network of research partnerships with Chinese universities, funded by Beijing to advance cutting-edge technology, raising serious security and espionage concerns.

UK Contactless Payment Limit Doubles to £200

The UK's financial regulator, the FCA, has officially confirmed a huge increase to the contactless payment limit, raising it from £100 to £200. This landmark decision promises to revolutionise how Britons pay for their shopping, offering greater speed and

Ofcom probes This Morning after psychic segment backlash

UK media regulator Ofcom is investigating a flood of complaints after ITV's This Morning aired a segment featuring a psychic and a controversial 'energy healer', sparking viewer fury over broadcasting standards.

Vodafone Franchisees Launch High-Stakes Lawsuit

A coalition of Vodafone franchise owners has launched a groundbreaking lawsuit against the telecoms giant, alleging systemic failures in its franchising division that have pushed their businesses to the brink. The legal action, one of the largest of its k

UK Watchdog Demands Google Break Up Ad Tech Business

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has issued a landmark provisional ruling, finding Google's ad tech dominance harms competition and consumers. The tech giant now faces the stark choice of a forced breakup or major divestments.

Anglian Water hit with £2.65m Ofwat penalty

Anglian Water has been hit with a £2.65 million penalty by regulator Ofwat for missing key performance targets on pollution and customer service, impacting millions in the East of England.

NSW regulator lifts order blocking UTS job cuts

The University of Technology Sydney can proceed with its controversial restructure after the NSW regulator lifted its order, despite ongoing union concerns over job losses and transparency.

Broadband Loyalty Penalty Costs UK Customers £1.6bn

New Ofcom data reveals a staggering £1.6 billion loyalty penalty hitting broadband customers who don't switch. Discover why out-of-contract users pay up to 25% more and how to slash your bill today.

Football Regulator Gets Prison Powers for Rogue Owners

UK government passes landmark Football Governance Bill, introducing an independent regulator with powers to impose prison sentences on club owners who break financial rules, aiming to protect clubs from reckless management.

UK regulator may force Google to sell Chrome browser

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority issues a radical proposal to break Google's dominance, suggesting a potential sale of its Chrome browser to foster competition in the search engine market.

Major Verizon Outage Disrupts US Calls and Texts

A significant Verizon network outage across the United States has left customers unable to make calls, send texts, or use data, sparking a wave of frustration and urgent investigations.

FCC Power Struggle: Trump Appointee Blocks Biden Nominee

A major political battle has erupted at the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC), with Trump-appointed commissioner Nathan Simington refusing to relinquish his position, effectively blocking President Biden's nominee and creating a 2-2 partisan dead

Ofcom Investigates 4chan and Kiwi Farms Under Safety Act

Ofcom, the UK's communications regulator, has initiated its first major investigation under the groundbreaking Online Safety Act, targeting the controversial platforms 4chan and Kiwi Farms for potentially hosting illegal content.

Ofgem slams government over delayed energy bill support

The energy regulator Ofgem has issued a stern rebuke to the UK government for its failure to implement a crucial social energy tariff, leaving millions of vulnerable Britons exposed to high bills. Discover the details of the delay and the growing calls fo

Ofgem cuts energy price cap to £1,568 for millions

Millions of UK households will see energy bills fall from July as Ofgem announces a significant 7% drop in its price cap. The new rate of £1,568 marks the lowest level since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, offering welcome relief to consumers.

Ofgem Price Cap Falls: £122 Saving for UK Homes

Millions of UK households will see a welcome reduction in their energy costs this summer as the Ofgem price cap is set to fall by 7%. Get the full breakdown of the new rates and what it means for your bills.

Ofgem Cuts Energy Price Cap: Bills to Drop in July

Millions of UK households will see their energy bills fall this summer as the regulator Ofgem confirms a 7% reduction to the energy price cap. The average annual bill for a typical household will drop to £1,568 from July 1st.

Ofgem Cuts Energy Price Cap: Bills Drop by £122

Millions of UK households will see energy bills fall this summer as the regulator Ofgem announces a 7% reduction in the price cap. The average annual bill for a typical household will drop to £1,568 from July, offering relief amid the cost of living crisi

Ofgem to Cut Energy Price Cap, Saving Households £100

Millions of UK households are set for a welcome reprieve as the energy regulator Ofgem announces a significant drop in the price cap. The average annual bill is expected to fall by over £100, offering crucial relief amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.

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