Archive for January 2025

Google has filed a set of proposed remedies in its high-profile antitrust case concerning its dominance in the online search market, a case that has drawn significant scrutiny from regulators and competitors alike. Background to the Antitrust Case The case centres on allegations brought by the US Department of Justice (DOJ) and a coalition of…

Following a recent Wall Street Journal article highlighting how Microsoft has made Copilot part of its 365 subscription service in several markets and raised prices, we now look at Microsoft’s strategies for deploying its AI assistant, and the broader implications of its AI initiatives. Microsoft’s AI Expansion Through Copilot As the recent Wall Street Journal…

Kyivstar (Ukraine’s largest telecom operator) has announced an agreement with Starlink (a division of Elon Musk’s SpaceX) to introduce direct-to-cell satellite connectivity to the whole country. Attacks On Communications Infrastructure By Russia The partnership promises to be a significant technological advancement for Ukraine’s connectivity infrastructure that could revolutionise the way Ukrainians stay connected, particularly in…

Recent developments in US tech policy have halted the return of net neutrality rules and put the looming TikTok ban on pause, thereby raising significant questions about internet governance, corporate power, and digital rights. What Is Net Neutrality? Net neutrality, the principle that internet service providers (ISPs) must treat all data equally, ensures that ISPs…

Apple has agreed to pay $95m (£77m) to settle a lawsuit claiming its Siri virtual assistant recorded users without their consent and shared voice data with advertisers. The class action, filed in Northern California, accused Apple of eavesdropping through unintentional Siri activations, collecting sensitive voice recordings without permission. Claimants alleged these recordings were then used…