July 23, 2024 at 06:28AM Meta has been given until September 1, 2024, to address concerns from the European Commission regarding its “pay or consent” advertising model. The Commission warned of enforcement measures if not addressed, stating that this model may violate consumer protection laws. Similar actions have been taken against other tech companies like … Read more
July 2, 2024 at 02:08AM Meta’s ad-free subscription plan in the EU faces scrutiny for allegedly breaching competition rules. The European Commission claims the “pay or consent” model violates the Digital Markets Act by not offering an equivalent non-personalized alternative. Meta’s stance could lead to hefty fines and ongoing discussions with regulators. Grindr also faces … Read more
June 3, 2024 at 05:46PM The European Union’s Digital Markets Act allowed sideloading on iOS devices in Europe, prompting concerns about security. Apple’s notarization process and real-time monitoring aim to mitigate these risks, distinguishing it from Android’s open approach. Nonetheless, Apple’s notarization may not prevent all malicious apps, and the extent of sideloading’s impact on … Read more
April 30, 2024 at 03:35AM Apple’s compliance with European antitrust rules by allowing third-party app stores on iPhones has exposed Safari users to potential web tracking. Security researchers found issues in Apple’s implementation, highlighting flaws in the installation process and concerns regarding privacy and security. The researchers recommend using the Brave browser over Safari for … Read more
April 7, 2024 at 11:42AM Microsoft has introduced a Windows driver in the February updates for Windows 10 and Windows 11, named UCPD.sys, which prevents users from manually changing the default browser using tools like SetUserFTA and SetDefaultBrowser. This driver locks down UserChoice Registry keys, affecting protocols and file associations. The change may relate to … Read more
March 23, 2024 at 01:06PM The introduction of a new browser choice screen in Apple’s iOS 17.4, as part of the EU’s Digital Markets Act, has led to a 164% surge in new Opera users in the European Union. The prompt allows users to select their default browser from a list, resulting in significant growth … Read more
March 12, 2024 at 06:29PM Brave Browser gains more users on iPhones in the EU after Apple introduces new default browser selection screen to comply with the Digital Markets Act. The update prompts users to choose from a list of popular browsers, leading to a noticeable increase in Brave installations. Brave advocates for fair competition … Read more
March 8, 2024 at 08:57AM Meta has revealed plans to enable interoperability in WhatsApp and Messenger with third-party messaging services in compliance with the Digital Markets Act in the EU. The Act obliges major tech companies to curb anti-competitive practices and open some services to competitors. Meta aims to implement interoperability and end-to-end encryption while … Read more
March 7, 2024 at 09:34AM Apple is making significant changes to the iPhone’s App Store in Europe under the Digital Markets Act, allowing alternative app stores and payment methods. Despite concerns about security risks and increased competition, European regulators are hopeful that the consumer benefits will outweigh the challenges faced by tech giants like Apple. … Read more
February 29, 2024 at 08:05AM Consumer groups in the EU are taking legal action over Meta’s approach to data protection laws, claiming that the company gives users a “fake choice” between paying or consenting to data collection. The complaints focus on Meta’s subscription model and alleged breaches of GDPR principles. Meta disputes the allegations, stating … Read more