Meta Faces $16bn Fine in Italy Over WhatsApp AI Probe
Italy's antitrust watchdog investigates Meta for allegedly forcing its AI chatbot onto WhatsApp users without consent. Potential fine could exceed $16 billion if found guilty of EU rule breaches.
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Rent Algorithm Curbed After Price-Fixing Claims
RealPage's rent-setting software is restricted in a landmark US settlement. Discover how this impacts rental markets and what it means for competition.
Parents win £20k after school WhatsApp row arrest
A Borehamwood couple's school complaints led to wrongful arrest by six officers. Their case sparked global debate on free speech and police overreach in the UK.
Russia's mobile internet blackouts disrupt daily life
Widespread mobile internet shutdowns across Russia, justified as anti-drone measures, are crippling payments, healthcare, and communications, fuelling public frustration.
Djokovic's PTPA nears settlement with Tennis Australia
Novak Djokovic's players' association is close to settling its antitrust lawsuit against Tennis Australia. The move could signal a major shift in player welfare and prize money disputes.
Boris Johnson's Covid Chaos in WhatsApp Leaks
Explosive WhatsApp messages reveal Boris Johnson created 'impossible' chaos during Covid, with advisors at 'end of their tether'. Read the full shocking details from the UK Covid Inquiry.
WhatsApp flaw exposes 3.5bn users' data
Critical WhatsApp vulnerability exposes phone numbers of 3.5 billion users worldwide. Security experts warn it's a 'goldmine for scammers'. Learn how to protect yourself.
Android Trojan Can Expose Private WhatsApp Chats
A sophisticated new Android banking trojan named Sturnus can bypass encryption on WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal, exposing your most private messages. Here's how to stay safe.
Reform UK councillor suspended over WhatsApp messages
Reform UK councillor Tom Pickup suspended after WhatsApp group featured calls for a 'mass Islam genocide'. The party has launched an investigation. Read the full story.
Reform UK councillor suspended over extremist WhatsApp
Reform UK suspends councillor Tom Pickup over extremist WhatsApp group messages calling for 'mass Islam genocide'. Investigation launched as Labour demands action.
Reform UK councillor suspended in extremist messages probe
Lancashire councillor Tom Pickup suspended from Reform UK after participating in WhatsApp group featuring alleged calls for 'mass Islam genocide'. Investigation underway.
Meta Wins EU Antitrust Case Over WhatsApp-Instagram
Meta secures major victory as EU court overturns €1.2bn antitrust fine. The ruling protects WhatsApp and Instagram integration plans. Discover the implications for tech regulation.
Meta wins FTC antitrust case, avoids breakup
A US judge rules Meta does not hold a social media monopoly, blocking the FTC's attempt to force a breakup of Instagram and WhatsApp. Discover the implications for tech regulation.
Parents paid £20k after wrongful WhatsApp arrest
Hertfordshire police pay damages to parents wrongfully arrested over school WhatsApp complaints. Read the full story on the debate over free speech and policing.
Parents get £20k payout over school WhatsApp row
A couple unlawfully arrested by police after criticising their child's school on WhatsApp receives a £20,000 payout. Read the full story on the police admission of liability.
Couple paid £20k after unlawful school WhatsApp arrest
Hertfordshire police admit unlawful arrest of parents in school WhatsApp dispute. Couple receives £20,000 payout after wrongful detention. Read the full story.
Police pay £20k for unlawful WhatsApp row arrests
Hertfordshire Police admit unlawful arrest of parents over school WhatsApp complaints, leading to a £20,000 payout. Discover the full story behind this civil liberties case.
EU investigates Google over publisher content demotion
The European Union has opened a formal investigation into Google for allegedly unfairly demoting media publishers' content in search results, risking another multibillion-euro fine. Discover the implications for the tech giant.
BofA CEO exits Adobe board after DOJ scrutiny
Bank of America's chief executive Brian Moynihan has unexpectedly resigned from Adobe's board of directors following US Department of Justice concerns about potential interlocking directorates antitrust violations.
WhatsApp launches native Apple Watch app
Meta's popular messaging app WhatsApp is rolling out a native Apple Watch application, allowing users to read and reply to messages without needing their iPhone nearby.
Epic Games and Google settle antitrust lawsuit
Epic Games and Google have reached a landmark settlement in their antitrust dispute, potentially reshaping the mobile app economy and challenging Google's Play Store dominance.
WhatsApp Down: Major UK Outage Hits Millions
Millions of Britons were left disconnected as WhatsApp suffered a major service disruption, with users reporting complete blackout of the messaging platform.
WhatsApp Launches Standalone Apple Watch App
In a major breakthrough for wearable tech users, WhatsApp launches its long-awaited standalone Apple Watch app, freeing users from their iPhones for the first time.
Kate Garraway reveals Celebrity Traitors WhatsApp group
Good Morning Britain star Kate Garraway discloses exclusive details about the private WhatsApp group connecting Celebrity Traitors contestants as speculation about behind-the-scenes tensions escalates.
Google Faces US Antitrust Case Over Chrome Dominance
The US Justice Department launches landmark antitrust case against Google, alleging the tech giant illegally maintains Chrome browser monopoly through restrictive agreements with Apple and other partners.
£343M WhatsApp investment scam exposed in London
Exclusive investigation reveals how Ibrahim Helmy allegedly masterminded a sophisticated investment fraud through WhatsApp, leaving victims millions out of pocket in one of Britain's most audacious financial crimes.
Zuckerberg Faces Antitrust Firestorm Over Meta Tactics
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg faces damning allegations as internal emails reveal ruthless acquisition strategy designed to crush competition, with former Trump advisor Pam Bondi joining the legal battle.
Lampard Snubs Coventry WhatsApp After FA Cup Heartbreak
Exclusive details emerge about Frank Lampard ignoring Coventry City's WhatsApp message following their dramatic FA Cup semi-final collapse against Manchester United at Wembley.
Kemi Badenoch exposed in WhatsApp leak scandal
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch faces mounting pressure after leaked WhatsApp conversations show she misled the public about correspondence with former Post Office chairman Henry Staunton.
Boris Johnson's COVID Inquiry bombshell: Shocking texts revealed
Explosive evidence emerges as Boris Johnson faces COVID inquiry with damning WhatsApp messages exposing government infighting and pandemic mismanagement.
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