Tech

Spanish media sues Meta for $600M over privacy

Published

9 months ago

December 5, 2023

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Spanish media outlets have filed a massive $600 million lawsuit against Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.

The lawsuit alleges violations of digital privacy rights, marking a significant legal challenge for the social media giant.

The Spanish Association of Publishers of Periodical Publications (AEEPP) and the Spanish Federation of Journalists’ Associations (FAPE) are leading the legal action.

They claim that Meta has failed to protect user data and privacy, raising concerns over the handling of personal information and potential data breaches.

This lawsuit comes amidst growing global scrutiny of tech companies’ data practices and their impact on user privacy.

It raises questions about the responsibilities of social media platforms in safeguarding user information and complying with stringent privacy regulations.

The outcome of this lawsuit could have far-reaching implications for Meta and other tech giants as they navigate the evolving landscape of digital privacy and data protection.

Leaders

Brazil bans X in a sign of politics and tech colliding

Published

7 days ago

September 2, 2024

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Brazil top court justices to vote on a total ban of Elon Musk’s X social media platform in the region.

X was taken down in Brazil, one of its largest markets, following a decision by Justice Alexandre de Moraes, who has been locked in a months-long feud with Elon Musk. #featured #trending

Shows

Experts provide key strategies to safeguard businesses in the face of cyber threats

Published

1 week ago

August 30, 2024

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Exploring the causes of the Crowdstrike outage, the potential for exploitation, and strategies for strengthening your corporate security posture.

The Tech Edge is a captivating business IT talk show delving into the latest industry trends and their significance in today’s landscape.

Hosted by Director of Information Management of AvePoint, Alyssa Blackburn.

In this episode, Alyssa is joined by Dan Weis, Practice Lead at Nexon. #tech edge

Money

Nvidia loses $200 billion in market value, AI interest drops

Published

1 week ago

August 29, 2024

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Nvidia’s latest financial forecast has sent ripples through the tech industry, particularly impacting AI-related stocks.

The company’s projections, which fell short of analysts’ expectations, reflect broader concerns about the future growth of AI technologies.

Investors, previously optimistic about Nvidia’s pivotal role in AI development, are now cautious amidst signs of potential slowdown in demand. #featured #trending