EU orders Google to open Android AI features and share Search data under DMA; Google raises privacy concerns

The European Commission has issued two binding specification decisions under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), which regulates large digital platforms designated as gatekeepers, requiring Google to improve interoperability for third-party AI assistants on Android and share Google Search data with eligible search providers. Continue reading “EU orders Google to open Android AI features and share Search data under DMA; Google raises privacy concerns”

Apple warns EU against common charging port; citing risks of stifling innovation

About a week ago, news arrived of the European Union (EU) contemplating passing legislature that would force all companies selling gadgets in the EU to have a common charging port. As expected, Apple has pushed back, warning the EU about the potential negative consequences of such a legislature, citing possible risks of stifling innovation in the tech space.

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Brexit to affect Samsung and LG’s business in European market: Report

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According to Korean Herald, UK’s exit from the European Union can majorly affect Korean electronics manufacturers like Samsung and LG, as the sales and import taxes on products in Europe might increase. Continue reading “Brexit to affect Samsung and LG’s business in European market: Report”