A new EU proposal targets VPNs and messaging apps, demanding they log user metadata like location and IP addresses. The move, part of the “ProtectEU” strategy, could make no-log VPN services illegal in Europe. A legislative proposal is expected by June 2026.
A researcher on OpenAI’s economic team has resigned, accusing the company of acting like a “propaganda arm.” This comes as OpenAI reportedly plans a historic IPO and shifts away from its open research roots.
The legal battle between Apple and Epic Games takes another turn. An appeals court says Apple can charge commissions on outside payments, but only if Epic agrees to the rate first. The fight over App Store control is far from over.
Klarna is diving deeper into crypto, partnering with infrastructure firm Privy to research and design wallet solutions. This follows the launch of its own stablecoin, KlarnaUSD, last month. The move signals a major shift for the historically skeptical buy-now-pay-later giant.
A new analysis argues that enterprise AI initiatives are stalling not due to technical flaws, but a fundamental lack of trust. The issue is being mislabeled as an “adoption curve” when it’s really about integrating autonomous systems into legacy human-centric processes.
Apple’s App Store reportedly hosted dozens of apps linked to U.S.-sanctioned companies, including Russian banks and a Chinese entity accused of repression. The findings challenge Apple’s “safe and trusted” environment claim and could have legal repercussions due to a prior settlement.
The final version of the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) has been released, and key provisions granting the military the right to repair its own equipment are gone. Despite support from both parties and the White House, the measures were removed, with advocates pointing to defense con
A cross-party group of more than 100 UK parliamentarians is calling for urgent, enforceable regulation of the most powerful AI systems. They warn that without action, Britain risks ceding control to corporate interests and falling behind on global safety standards.
Australia has become the first country to enforce a minimum age of 16 for social media use. Platforms like Instagram and TikTok must block over a million accounts or face massive fines. This live experiment is being watched closely by governments worldwide.
Microsoft is building a feature for Teams that will automatically update your work location when you connect to corporate Wi-Fi. While off by default, it could give employers a powerful tool for monitoring office attendance. The global rollout is planned for February 2026.
