More tech pushback against Russia. Apple pauses sales of its physical devices in Russia, following its invasion of Ukraine
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Google, YouTube, Facebook Block Russia’s RT, Sputnik
After Google and Facebook blocks ad revenues for Russian state-owned media outlets, further restrictions by tech platforms announced
Signal Dismisses Hack Rumour As ‘Misinformation Campaign’
Messaging app Signal denies rumours its platform was hacked, saying it is part of a “co-ordinated misinformation campaign”
Elon Musk Activates Starlink Satellites For Ukraine
Connectivity donation. Ukraine confirmed it has received Starlink Internet terminals from Elon Musk's SpaceX, amid Russian invasion
Norway Oil Fund To Vote Against Apple Pay Scheme
Norway's oil fund, world's biggest sovereign wealth fund, to vote against Apple boss Tim Cook's $99m 2021 pay package as shareholders revolt
Google Disables Ukraine Live Traffic Data
Google temporarily disables live traffic data and location features from Ukraine in order to protect local communities, amidst ongoing Russian invasion
Silicon UK In Focus Podcast: Peer-to-Peer and Your Business
As a new form of communication that does not require the internet or cellular data, Peer-to-Peer (P2P) could offer businesses a new channel to evolve how they communicate across their enterprises. In this Silicon UK In Focus Podcasts, ...
Tech Export Ban On Russia Takes Shape
No more chips for you. Details emerge of what technology will be banned under US and worldwide export restrictions on Russia
Poland Witnessing More Cyberattacks On Government Servers
Cyber security official for Polish government confirms more cyberattacks on Poland's government systems, amid Ukraine invasion
President Biden Confirms Tech Ban Included In Sanctions
More than half over Russia's high tech imports will be cut says President Joe Biden, as Putin's forces seize control of Chernobyl nuclear power plant
Chip Makers Ease Disruption Concerns After Russian Invasion
Despite Ukraine being a key material supplier needed for chipmaking, manufacturers seek to ease worries of semiconductor disruption
Google Relaxes Vaccine Requirement, As It Readies Office Reopening
Major changes at Google as it eases tough restrictions on vaccines, as it prepares to re-open its offices and campuses in the US
US Warns Russia It May Restrict All Types Of Tech
Russia risks being denied access to everyday technology such as consumer electronics, computers, semiconductors, and even aircraft parts
EU Proposes Tougher Data Transfer Rules With Data Act
European Commission publishes draft legislation with Data Act, that will govern the rules for data transfers in the years ahead
Meta Launches Short Video ‘Facebook Reels’ Feature
Watch out YouTube and TikTok? Facebook Reels has been launched in more than 150 countries to help content creators earn money
The Mobile Multiverse
Is the ultimate future of the Metaverse on mobile devices? And have strong business cases for developing some form of ‘Metaverse for business’ with available technologies come into focus yet?
Apple Store Siege Ends, Hostages Freed
Apple thanks Dutch police after hostage situation in Amsterdam store ends, when police run over the gunman as he chased after escaping hostage
Gunmen Hold Hostages At Apple Store In Amsterdam
Apple store hostage drama in Holland, as suspected gunmen takes hostage in Amsterdam Apple Store, amid reports of foiled robbery
Irish Watchdog Provides Update On Data Transfer For Meta – Report
Ireland's data watchdog is to consult with fellow EU regulators in April over Meta's Facebook data transfers to the United States
Apple Fined For Fifth Time Over App Store Fees In Netherlands
Another $5.7 million fine for Apple in the Netherlands, after it continues to ignore watchdog ruling on alternative payment methods for dating apps
EU Takes China To WTO In Smartphone Patent Spat
European Commission launches WTO challenge against China over court decision that forces smartphone tech patent owners to settle for cut-rate licensing fees
Silicon UK In Focus Podcast: Digital Identity
Mobile devices are so central to our personal and business lives, are the issues around digital identity about to be resolved with new legislation? Is the ease with which some forms of identity can be faked, copied or stolen, moved us ...
Government Launches Consultation To Ban Huawei From FTTP, 5G
UK government begins consultation on the next legal steps to restrict Huawei in Britain's mobile and fixed line telecoms networks
Donald Trump’s ‘Truth Social’ App Emerges For Beta Testing
Approximately 500 beta testers have begun using Donald Trump's 'Truth Social' app, which reportedly bears a striking resemblance to Twitter
Microsoft Reopening Campuses, Offices As Pandemic Eases
Software giant reopening its offices in Washington State, and giving staff 30 days to return to the office starting 28 February
Google To Limit Ad Tracking On Android Apps
More bad news for advertisers? Google announces the Privacy Sandbox will be expanded from web browser and will include Android apps
Twitter Expands ‘Safety Mode’ To Tackle Trolls
Stopping the trolls? Twitter expands its Safety Mode feature to give users greater control over who can reply to their tweets
Apple Lawsuit By Norfolk County Council Upgraded To Class Action Status
Norfolk complaint against Apple over alleged misleading iPhone demand in China, upgraded in San Francisco to a class action lawsuit
3DEXPERIENCE World 2022: “The new economy is the experience economy”
During the three-day event, Dassault Systèmes showed what SOLIDWORKS can achieve in terms of 3D design thanks to a series of tools that cover the entire lifecycle of a product, from concept to manufacture.
Texas AG Sues Meta For Biometric Data Collection
Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Facebook parent Meta, alleging it captured and used biometric data of millions of Texans