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Khushbu Raval February 21, 2024 Insights, RAID Tech Policy Bytes

EU probes TikTok for potential child safety and privacy violations

European Union has launched investigations into TikTok over child protection and privacy concerns on its platform. These investigations are in response to allegations of addictive design, failure to enforce screen time limits, and inadequate age verification systems. The EU’s Digital…

Khushbu Raval February 20, 2024 Insights, RAID Tech Policy Bytes

EU set to slap Apple with €500m fine over music streaming restrictions

The European Commission is poised to impose a landmark €500 million fine on Apple for allegedly impeding access to music streaming services, marking a significant blow to the tech giant. The investigation centers on Apple’s alleged prevention of music streamers…

Khushbu Raval February 16, 2024 Insights, RAID Tech Policy Bytes

USIBC launches AI task force to deepen US-India collaboration

The US-India Business Council (USIBC) has launched its AI Task Force (AI-TF), aimed at fostering alignment between US and Indian leadership in artificial intelligence (AI). This initiative, operating under the auspices of USIBC, seeks to advance AI concepts and principles,…

Khushbu Raval February 14, 2024 Insights, RAID Tech Policy Bytes

EU pushes G20 for faster global corporate tax reform

The EU plans to urge G20 nations to finalise a global corporate tax deal that would impact tech giants like Google and Amazon. This “two-pillar” agreement, endorsed by G20 leaders in 2021, includes a global minimum tax rate of 15…

Khushbu Raval February 13, 2024 RAID Tech Policy Bytes

Klaus Schwab foresees “The Intelligent Age” at World Governments Summit

World Economic Forum founder Klaus Schwab proclaimed a new era for humanity at the World Governments Summit: “The Intelligent Age.” Fueled by the fourth industrial revolution’s advancements, this era promises “many more opportunities and possibilities.” Schwab relied on AI assistant…

Khushbu Raval January 30, 2024 RAID Tech Policy Bytes

Lack of transparency and child safety: key concerns in Italy’s ChatGPT probe

OpenAI is under investigation by Italy’s data protection authority over suspicions of violating European Union privacy with its AI chatbot, ChatGPT. The Italian authority, Garante, has not disclosed specific details but has given OpenAI 30 days to respond to the…

Khushbu Raval January 25, 2024 RAID Tech Policy Bytes

US and China to collaborate on AI safety, despite tensions

Despite tense trade relations and differing regulatory approaches, the US and China have agreed to work together on ensuring the safety of artificial intelligence (AI). This was announced by Arati Prabhakar, the White House’s top science adviser, speaking to the…

Khushbu Raval January 24, 2024 RAID Tech Policy Bytes

Latin America pushes for AI rules to secure democracy, boost economy

In the quest to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), Latin America is stepping into the arena, with Mexico leading the charge through the National Artificial Intelligence Alliance. Senator Alejandra Lagunes emphasises the need for a balanced approach in crafting regulations that…

Khushbu Raval January 23, 2024 RAID Tech Policy Bytes

Big bite from a bear: Apple fined $13.7 million in Russia

Apple has paid a $13.7 million fine to Russia’s Federal Antimonopoly Service for violating anti-monopoly laws. The fine resulted from Apple’s App Store rules, which prohibited iOS developers from informing users about external payment options within the app and restricting…

Khushbu Raval January 19, 2024 RAID Tech Policy Bytes

Quantum computing will bring ‘cybersecurity Armageddon’

IBM’s GM of Europe, Middle East, and Africa, Ana Paula Assis, warns that quantum computing will lead to a “cybersecurity Armageddon” by the end of the decade, catching governments and businesses unprepared. Quantum computers, with their parallel processing power, will…

EU probes TikTok for potential child safety and privacy violations

EU set to slap Apple with €500m fine over music streaming restrictions

USIBC launches AI task force to deepen US-India collaboration

EU pushes G20 for faster global corporate tax reform

Klaus Schwab foresees “The Intelligent Age” at World Governments Summit

Lack of transparency and child safety: key concerns in Italy’s ChatGPT probe

US and China to collaborate on AI safety, despite tensions

Latin America pushes for AI rules to secure democracy, boost economy

Big bite from a bear: Apple fined $13.7 million in Russia

Quantum computing will bring ‘cybersecurity Armageddon’

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