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EU says Apple's App Store breaches bloc's digital rules
Apple risks billions of euros in fines after the European Union on Monday found the iPhone maker's App Store to be violating the bloc's landmark digital competition rules. The European Commission informed Apple in a "preliminary view" that the "App Store rules... prevent app developers from freely steering consumers to alternative channels for offers and content".
Hikes, nosy neighbours afflict Zimbabweans in quest for mobile connection
As the sun sets over Zimbabwe's Matobo Hills, boys throw stones to chase baboons away. - Prying ears - The Matobo Hills, a UNESCO World Heritage site famed for its distinctive rock boulders, provide some relief to Silozwe's residents.
Beyond Nvidia: the search for AI's next breakthrough
For a few days, AI chip juggernaut Nvidia sat on the throne as the world's biggest company, but behind the its staggering success are questions on whether new entrants can stake a claim to the artificial intelligence bonanza.
Dutch app supermarket boss eyes tech boom in online delivery
Advances in artificial intelligence are poised to drive a "massive" boom in online grocery deliveries, according to the head of Picnic, a Dutch app-only supermarket rapidly expanding into Germany and France. But the online part will grow massively," he said.
AI tool telling jobseekers what to say during online interview causes discussion
HR expert Susan Mtana shared about the impact of AI in job interviews and the reservations she has about over-reliance on AI tools during interviews.
How France's far-right is winning the TikTok battle
If social media statistics were a solid predictor of voting intentions, France's far-right leader Jordan Bardella would be a shoo-in for prime minister. - 'Codes of authenticity' - Experts say it can be a fool's errand to try to link social media popularity to votes.
US bans Russia's Kaspersky antivirus software
The United States on Thursday banned Russia-based cybersecurity firm Kaspersky from providing its popular antivirus products in the country on national security grounds, the US Commerce Department announced.
US philanthropist Melinda French Gates endorses Biden
American philanthropist Melinda French Gates, the ex-wife of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, endorsed President Joe Biden on Thursday for November's US election, arguing that he is the best candidate for women.
France tries suspects over false Brigitte Macron transgender claim
Two women went on trial on Wednesday over false claims that France's first lady Brigitte Macron was transgender, which sparked online rumour-mongering by conspiracy theorists and the far right. The false claim also led to more serious accusations of child abuse brought against France's first lady.
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