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Two dozen US lawmakers have pressed President Trump to take aggressive action against European Union digital regulations, proposing trade investigations and potential tariffs as leverage against what they characterise as discriminatory rules targeting American technology companies.
Malaysia's communications regulator has warned that inconsistent legal frameworks between the physical and digital worlds are enabling criminals to exploit weaker online safeguards, particularly targeting children and vulnerable populations.
France is moving swiftly to pass legislation banning social media use for those under 15, with final parliamentary votes scheduled for July 21. The ban also restricts mobile phones in secondary schools and reflects growing global concern about youth mental health.
The European Commission imposed a record €550 million fine on AliExpress for failing to prevent the sale of counterfeit, unsafe and illegal products on its platform, marking the third enforcement action under the EU's Digital Services Act.
Google has appealed to the European Union's highest court to dismiss regulators' challenge against a 2024 ruling that annulled a €1.49 billion antitrust fine, arguing the Commission's case contains fundamental flaws.
Switzerland's competition authority has opened an investigation into Google's decision to remove the Android search engine choice screen for Swiss users, claiming the move unfairly favours Google's search engine and disadvantages rivals.
The US Supreme Court has declined to block a Texas law requiring age verification for app downloads, dismissing constitutional free speech objections. The decision signals judicial acceptance of stricter digital age controls.
Google has lost its final legal battle against a €4.1 billion antitrust fine imposed by European regulators over alleged Android monopoly practices. The ruling strengthens Europe's enforcement action against technology giants.
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The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission will closely supervise internet activity and online political messaging throughout the Johor state election campaign to ensure compliance with electoral regulations.
Malaysia is implementing a comprehensive two-pronged strategy combining strengthened existing legislation with a new AI Governance Bill to combat misuse of artificial intelligence, including deepfakes and non-consensual intimate content sharing.
The UK government plans to ban social media use for children under 16, targeting platforms like TikTok, Instagram and YouTube. The ban will be enforced against platforms rather than individuals, with Ofcom developing age verification methods.