South Korea data authority: DeepSeek transferred user data without consent

South Korea data authority: DeepSeek transferred user data without consent

As previously reported, several European countries are concerned that the Chinese-made DeepSeek chatbot is collecting sensitive data about users without their consent. Now, Reuters reports that South Korea is also investigating the issue, after previously blocking access to the app in the country. According to South Korea’s data protection authority, DeepSeek passed on user data…

Gemini usage is exploding, but Google is a long way from catching ChatGPT

Gemini usage is exploding, but Google is a long way from catching ChatGPT

Despite the uptick in Gemini usage, Google is still far from catching OpenAI. Naturally, Google has been keeping a close eye on ChatGPT traffic. OpenAI has also seen traffic increase, putting ChatGPT around 600 million monthly active users, according to Google’s analysis. Early this year, reports pegged ChatGPT usage at around 400 million users per…

Brussels fines Apple and Meta for noncompliance with the Digital Markets Act

Brussels fines Apple and Meta for noncompliance with the Digital Markets Act

The European Commission (EC) has just imposed the first two fines for noncompliance with the Digital Markets Act (DMA). After more than a year of investigation, it has imposed fines of €500 million on Apple and €200 million on Meta. In the first case, the agency says that the iPhone manufacturer imposed restrictions on application…

Former OpenAI employees urge regulators to halt company’s for-profit shift

Former OpenAI employees urge regulators to halt company’s for-profit shift

A broad coalition of AI experts, economists, legal scholars, and former OpenAI employees is urging state regulators to keep OpenAI’s nonprofit foundation in control of the company. Their concern: that the company’s planned restructuring would abandon its legally mandated nonprofit purpose and place control of artificial general intelligence (AGI) in the hands of private investors….

Apple will appeal punitive EU antitrust fine

Apple will appeal punitive EU antitrust fine

Apple has been hammered with a huge €500 million ($570 million) fine by Europe’s antitrust authorities, who have demanded changes in Apple’s business practices that will deliver little significant benefit to consumers. Europe says Apple breached its anti-steering obligation under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), and is forcing changes in the company’s business practices, as well…

Why cybersecurity matters for small and medium-sized businesses

Why cybersecurity matters for small and medium-sized businesses

Online threats are prevalent and technology is advancing at a rapid pace, making cybersecurity an urgent requirement in safeguarding the digital assets of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).  By protecting vital data, sensitive customer information, and core business operations, SMBs are able to not only defend against cyber-attacks but also harness secure internet connections as a catalyst…

Why your business needs dedicated internet access

Why your business needs dedicated internet access

Reliable internet service is no longer a nice-to-have for businesses — it’s a must. Whether for cloud apps, video calls, or running an online store, companies need a steady connection to keep things running smoothly, serve customers, and stay ahead of the competition.  Standard broadband might work for basic needs, but businesses with growing digital demands…

Intel cuts 20% jobs: Can Lip-Bu Tan’s AI bet resurrect a stumbling Intel?

Intel cuts 20% jobs: Can Lip-Bu Tan’s AI bet resurrect a stumbling Intel?

Intel has announced a workforce reduction of over 20%, impacting more than 21,000 employees, as part of a restructuring led by new CEO Lip-Bu Tan, per Bloomberg. With a $19 billion loss in 2024 and revenue falling to $53.1 billion, the chipmaker aims to streamline management, cut $10 billion in costs, and refocus on AI…

Microsoft adds enterprise search and ‘digital labor’ tools to M365 Copilot

Microsoft adds enterprise search and ‘digital labor’ tools to M365 Copilot

Microsoft is strengthening its Copilot generative AI software as the centerpiece of the workspace by adding key features to help users be more productive. The company’s next wave of Copilot updates includes “digital labor” tools to automate work and merge document intelligence, with the aim of helping enterprise users to work smarter, not harder. For…