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Science & Technology

Germany to Back EU AI Act

Germany intends to support the proposals of the European Union on the regulation of artificial intelligence after the Ministry of Transport and Digital Affairs abandoned its position of disagreement with the Law of this bloc of countries on AI.

Articles

How to Avoid Data Protection Fines in 2024: A GDPR-Centric Approach

In today’s digitally-driven world, particularly as we navigate through 2024, the significance of data protection is at an all-time high. With the enforcement of strict regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe, and similar legislations globally, businesses of all sizes are facing increased pressure to comply. Failing to do so can result in […]

News

Italy Claims OpenAI Breaks GDPR Laws

The Italian data protection authority (DPA) has concluded that OpenAI and its popular AI chatbot ChatGPT do not comply with the European Union GDPR provisions.

News

Fed Fines Chinese Bank ICBC

United States regulators have reported fines of about $32.4 million against the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China.

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Apple Offers Rivals Access to Mobile Payment Tech

Apple has offered to provide competitors with the opportunity to access its contactless payment transaction technology and interact with this development.

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Morgan Stanley to Pay $249.4 Million to Settle Block Trading Probe

Morgan Stanley has agreed to pay $249.4 million in financial liability for making false statements about block trading practices.

Blockchain & Crypto

Hong Kong Proposes New Regulatory Regime for Stablecoin Issuers

In Hong Kong, local financial authorities have proposed to develop and implement new regulatory rules for issuers of stablecoins, which can be described as a reaction to ongoing changes in the sphere of virtual assets.

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National Bank of Cambodia Partners IFC to Boost Green Finance

Cambodia’s transition towards a green economy requires a financing boost, with the National Bank of Cambodia and IFC joining efforts to support climate-friendly projects.

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EU Digital Chief Says About Impact of AI Act on Innovation

The European Union’s (EU) competition and digital chief, Margrethe Vestager, supported the AI Act.

Science & Technology

Apple to Resume Sale of Watches

Apple may resume selling its smartwatches, despite the import ban.

News

French Prosecutor’s Office Investigates BNP Paribas

In France, the prosecutor’s office is currently investigating alleged aggravated money laundering related to financial transfers made by a Cypriot brokerage company that interacted with the custodial unit BNP Paribas.

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Swiss Finance Minister Says About Need for New Rules After Credit Suisse Crisis

Swiss Finance Minister Karin Keller-Sutter said that the purchase of Credit Suisse by the UBS Group was a less risky step, noting the need for the government of this country to take measures capable of providing a high level of protection to taxpayers in the event of a crisis in the banking sector.

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China Softens Stance on Gaming

China approved 105 domestic games on Monday, December 25th.

Finance & Economics

South Korea Fines Global Banks for Illegal Naked Short Selling

South Korea has decided to impose a total fine of 26.5 billion won ($20.4 million) on two global investment banks and a local unit of an international company for involvement in naked short selling.

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UK Supreme Court Says About Impossibility of Call AI as Inventor

The Supreme Court of the United Kingdom ruled that, from a legal point of view, it is not possible to designate artificial intelligence as an inventor to ensure patent rights.

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Google Users to Share $630 Million in Play Store Settlement

Google has agreed to pay $700 million and allow competition in its Play app virtual store.