The European Commission and the European Board for Digital Services support a revised Code of Conduct to counter illegal hate speech online. Integrated with the Digital Services Act, it mandates stricter reporting, monitoring, and transparency from online platforms.
South Korea’s Fair Trade Commission has initiated a consent resolution with Kakao over allegations of unfair supplier practices on its platform. The investigation revealed increased supplier costs linked to mandatory delivery models and higher commission fees.
France’s Data Protection Authority has released new guidelines for integrating SDKs into mobile apps. The rules clarify data privacy responsibilities, require explicit user consent, and mandate strong security measures to ensure GDPR compliance and protect user information.
The UK Competition and Markets Authority is investigating Google’s mobile ecosystem, focusing on Android, the Play Store, and Chrome. The consultation examines whether Google holds strategic market status, influencing competition in mobile operating systems and app distribution.
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched a formal investigation into Google’s mobile ecosystem, raising questions about the tech giant’s dominance in mobile operating systems, app distribution, and web browsers.
Announced on 23 January 2025, the investigation will assess whether Google should be designated as having Strategic Market Status (SMS) in its mobile-related services. This public consultation, open until 12 February 2025, could lead to new regulations affecting how Google operates in the UK.
The European Commission and the European Board for Digital Services support a revised Code of Conduct to counter illegal hate speech online. Integrated with the Digital Services Act, it mandates stricter reporting, monitoring, and transparency from online platforms.
South Korea’s Fair Trade Commission has initiated a consent resolution with Kakao over allegations of unfair supplier practices on its platform. The investigation revealed increased supplier costs linked to mandatory delivery models and higher commission fees.
The Cyber Security Agency of Singapore has updated its recommended security apps list for mobile devices. Tested for malware and phishing detection, these apps include Avast and Norton360, ensuring enhanced protection against evolving cyber threats.
The United States has revoked an executive order focused on AI safety, privacy, and ethical development. Federal agencies are directed to halt implementation efforts and review previous actions, raising questions about the future of AI regulation and oversight.
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