Tech Freedom
Microsoft’s Brad Smith says it’s time to break up big tech
He told NPR that the lack of more forceful government interference in the way tech companies do their business will eventually spell the downfall of democracy.
Judiciary Committee to Apple: Hand over all communications about removing App Store apps
Apple’s has long been accused of using its alleged App Store monopoly to block certain apps.
Elizabeth Warren says Apple’s App Store has “too much power”
The jury’s still out on whether Warren has a viable plan, and how successful it might be, or if the whole thing is just a case of campaign rhetoric.
California Attorney General hasn’t joined other states in antitrust probe of Google, his eighth largest donor
Politicians have been condemning Becerra’s lack of participation in the investigation of Google.
India considers new legislation to force big tech companies to sell their data
This new guideline will also ensure the fact that there will be greater scope for competition as all players, either big or small will have access to the customer data.
New York Attorney General Letitia James leads antitrust investigations into Facebook, other states follow
“Even the largest social media platform in the world must follow the law and respect consumers.
Basecamp CEO calls out Google’s pay to play search practices, calls it “ransom”
At a juncture where Google is facing scrutiny for its practices in search and advertising, a complaint such as this magnifies the perils of Google’s monopoly.
Denmark to treat big tech as “new world superpower”, appoints a tech ambassador
Casper Klynge says it will be the toughest battle of his career.
Japan outlines rules to rein in big tech monopolies
The push for more regulation comes down to preventing Google, Apple, Facebook, and Amazon from abusing user data they collect, and the market position this data gives them.
Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak says “big tech has gotten too powerful a force” and should be broken up
“Competition forces companies to make good products and be the best at it, and not just say; we’ve got you trapped!” Wozniak said.
EU regulators investigating Google job search tool for possible anti-competitive behavior
Rivals have complained that Google’s placement of job adverts at the top of its search results is a “ploy” to gain market share.
Bernie Sanders outlines plans to tackle Google-Facebook ad duopoly
Sanders says Google and Facebook have harmed media.