Judge Refuses Apple’s Plea for Extra Time in Epic Document Submission
Judge Thomas S. Hixson has rejected Apple’s last-minute request to delay its deadline in a legal dispute with Epic Games, according to The Verge. Apple had been ordered to produce…
Dutch Regulator Issues Warning on Cryptocurrency Pump-and-Dump Risks Ahead of MiCA Regulation
The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) has issued a warning regarding the risks associated with cryptocurrency pump-and-dump schemes as new regulations loom on the horizon. With the implementation…
Google Maps Cracks Down on Businesses Posting Fake Reviews
Google Maps has ramped up its efforts to tackle fake reviews on its platform by introducing new restrictions and warnings for business profiles involved in such activity. Businesses that violate…
Disney+ Crackdown on Account Sharing Now in Effect in the US
Disney has announced a new measure aimed at limiting password sharing among its streaming service subscribers, introducing a “Paid Sharing” feature. This comes as part of the company’s broader strategy…
Temporary Restriction Imposed on Wallet in Telegram App for UK Users Amidst Restructuring
The Wallet in Telegram app, a popular third-party service, will face a temporary suspension for users in the United Kingdom due to recent restructuring efforts that have integrated the service…
Hackers Exploit Email Auto-Reply Feature to Stealthily Mine Cryptocurrency
Cybersecurity experts have unveiled a new method by which hackers are infiltrating systems to conduct stealthy cryptocurrency mining. This technique exploits the automated email reply feature commonly used in business…
Kosovo Receives Expert Training from Council of Europe on Cryptocurrency Crime Tracing
In a significant move to enhance its financial literacy in the burgeoning field of cryptocurrency, Kosovo is actively participating in a specialized workshop aimed at tackling the complexities associated with…
Societe Generale-FORGE Collaborates with Bitpanda to Advance Euro Stablecoin in Preparation for MiCA Regulation
Societe Generale, a global banking giant, has announced a strategic partnership with Bitpanda, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, to facilitate the integration of cryptocurrencies and stablecoins into the mainstream financial ecosystem.…
Kraken Expands European Footprint with Acquisition of Dutch Broker BCM
Kraken, the prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has made another strategic acquisition aimed at bolstering its expansion efforts across Europe. The company recently announced the successful closing of its acquisition of Coin…
Ireland Looks to MiCA Regulations to Democratize Finance with Crypto
The European Union (EU) has emerged as a pioneering force in the global regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies, being one of the first regions to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for…
Telegram’s New Rules: Phone Numbers and IPs Can Be Shared with Police
Telegram has updated its privacy policy to disclose users’ phone numbers and IP addresses to authorities if they are suspected of criminal activities. This change was first reported by Bloomberg…
Gold Hits New All-Time High as Bitcoin Rallies to September High Above $64K
The price of gold has reached unprecedented heights following a recent interest rate cut by the United States Federal Reserve, prompting crypto analysts to speculate on when Bitcoin might experience…
Germany Closes 47 Crypto Exchanges Linked to Illicit Activities
The German government has taken decisive action against 47 cryptocurrency exchanges, accusing them of facilitating an underground economy that allows cybercriminals to launder money. This crackdown is part of a…
Apple Given Six Months to Address Interoperability Gaps in the EU
Apple is under pressure to comply with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), as the European Commission initiated two proceedings aimed at ensuring the tech giant adheres to new…
Epic Games Store Launches on iPad in the EU
Epic Games has announced the availability of the Epic Games Store on iPadOS in the European Union. This follows the recent implementation of the Digital Markets Act (DMA), which requires…
China Criticizes EU EV Tariffs, Citing Harm to German Economy
China’s commerce minister, Wang Wentao, has expressed concerns over the European Union’s impending tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs), warning that the move will harm both China and Germany. He argued…
Scientists Create Microscopic Robots to Treat Brain Aneurysms Safely
Scientists have developed microscopic robots capable of treating brain aneurysms with unprecedented precision, offering a potential alternative to invasive brain surgeries. An international team, including researchers from the University of…
Videogame Firms Face EU Complaint Over Consumer Misdirection
Several major videogame companies, including Epic Games, Electronic Arts (EA), and Roblox, were accused of misleading consumers into spending money in a complaint filed by the European Consumer Organisation (BEUC)…
Portugal Maintains Ban on Chinese 5G Equipment Under New Government
The Portuguese government has announced its decision to maintain the ban on the use of Chinese equipment in 5G networks, continuing the stance set by the previous administration. Infrastructure Minister…
Owner of Unlicensed UK Crypto ATM Network Faces Criminal Charges
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) of the United Kingdom has initiated criminal proceedings against Olumide Osunkoya, marking the first case in the UK involving charges related to operating a network…