Big Tech

Banks Push Back On Possible Banking Charters For Big Techs Like Amazon And Facebook
Banks Push Back On Possible Banking Charters For Big Techs Like Amazon And Facebook
September 30, 2020  |  Bank Regulation

A U.S. House committee this week began reviewing the idea of allowing the likes of Amazon or Facebook to receive charters to operate as banks...

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Amazon Expands Into Singapore
Amazon Expands Into Singapore
September 30, 2020  |  International

Amazon is expanding its operations in Singapore as it grapples with growing competition in a city that is fast becoming a hub for Chinese tech...

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Report: Google Makes Concessions To Close Fitbit Deal In Europe
Report: Google Makes Concessions To Close Fitbit Deal In Europe
September 30, 2020  |  Partnerships / Acquisitions

Google’s wait for approval by the European Union (EU) of its $2.1 billion purchase of fitness tracker maker Fitbit is almost over. Get the Full...

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Report: Justice Department Antitrust Lawsuit Against Google Could Come Next Week
Report: Justice Department Antitrust Lawsuit Against Google Could Come Next Week
September 30, 2020  |  Google

Months of investigations into Google’s alleged violation of antitrust laws is expected to culminate in a lawsuit as early as next week, sources told Reuters....

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Big Tech Compliance Tracker: Facebook Hints At EU Pullout Over Data Transfers Laws; Appeal Filed Over Apple’s $15B Tax Bill On Ireland Operations; In-App Billing Battle Rages On
Big Tech Compliance Tracker: Facebook Hints At EU Pullout Over Data Transfers Laws; Appeal Filed...
September 28, 2020  |  Regulation

The latest news on Apple, Google, Facebook and other Big Tech firms that are coming under increasing scrutiny from regulatory watchdogs, trade organizations and politicians...

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Justice Department Takes Aim At Section 230 Rules For Google, Facebook, Twitter And Other Techs
Justice Department Takes Aim At Section 230 Rules For Google, Facebook, Twitter And Other Techs
September 23, 2020  |  Legal

The U.S. Department of Justice is reportedly ramping up its efforts to cut legal protections for internet companies, including Big Tech. Get the Full Story...

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Big Tech Compliance Tracker: Google Faces Questions Over Digital Ads; Australian Watchdog Says Facebook’s Proposed Ban On News Sharing Would Be Its Loss
Big Tech Compliance Tracker: Google Faces Questions Over Digital Ads; Australian Watchdog Says Facebook’s Proposed...
September 21, 2020  |  Regulation

Here’s the latest news from Google and Facebook others, which are coming under increasing scrutiny from regulatory watchdogs, trade organizations and politicians globally. Get the...

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Big Tech, Payments Firms May Be Targets Of China’s ‘Blacklist’
Big Tech, Payments Firms May Be Targets Of China’s ‘Blacklist’
September 21, 2020  |  International

Taking names, making lists — and boosting geopolitical tensions. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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EU Considers Tougher Rules On Big Tech Firms
EU Considers Tougher Rules On Big Tech Firms
September 20, 2020  |  Europe

If the European Union (EU) gets its way, the 27-nation bloc will have the power to split or force the sale of giant technology companies...

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