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Korea fines e-commerce giant $400m over data breach affecting millions
The record fine comes after around 37.5 million users had their private data exposed. Source link
Social media on trial: Four important cases to watch
Social media firms face thousands of lawsuits, the BBC looks at four which could be significant. Source link
I'd have vetoed foreign sale of UK tech giant, says Business Secretary
Peter Kyle’s comments come as the government sets out how it would back British technology companies. Source link
World's largest chipmaker does not rule out price rises as costs increase
In a rare interview, a senior executive at TSMC discusses the AI boom, the geopolitics of chips and what it means for the price of electronics. Source link
Kalshi to make some users reveal job details to tackle insider trading
After issues with insider trading, the prediction betting platform is adding new rules. Source link
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Check before check-in. What’s behind a new safety campaign about power banks on aircraft? Source link
Version of AI tool too powerful for public released to public
Claude Fable 5 is a version of Anthropic’s Claude Mythos, an AI program which caused a stir among technology, finance, and government leaders Source link
Farage says Reform has contacted X 'at highest level' over fake AI ads
The fake ads feature the governor of the Bank of England – the Bank has urged people to report them. Source link
EU orders Meta to open WhatsApp to rival AI chatbots
Meta has accused the EU of “regulatory overreach” and says its decision will allow tech giants like OpenAI free access to WhatsApp. Source link
US adds BYD to list of firms with alleged Chinese military ties
The Pentagon list warns US firms of risks linked to working with flagged Chinese companies. Source link