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Protesters rally at Meta's São Paulo office
Hundreds protested at Meta's São Paulo offices over alleged election interference ahead of Brazil's run-off. Brazil's Superior Electoral Court ordered Meta to show proof of equitable treatment of both candidates.
Full story at Futurism ↗ - IT law & regulation · Smartphones & apps · Operating systems
Australian court orders Apple to open up the iPhone
Australia's Federal Court ordered Apple to allow competing app stores, direct downloads and alternative payments from March 1, 2027. It follows the August 2025 finding that Apple misused its market power.
Full story at MacRumors ↗ - IT law & regulation
Polymarket removes bet on Cornell 7 after outcry
A Polymarket market on whether any of the Cornell 7 would be charged with a felony sex crime ran for nearly three weeks. It was taken down after public outcry.
Full story at Futurism ↗ - Smartphones & apps · IT law & regulation · IT industry & companies
Australia demands App Store changes from Apple.
An Australian court has ordered Apple to allow alternative app stores on its platform. The ruling aims to eliminate anti-steering practices by a specified deadline.
Full story at AppleInsider ↗ - IT law & regulation · IT industry & companies
Meta receives massive fine for privacy violations.
A judge has issued a record-breaking penalty against Meta for misleading users regarding privacy. The ruling follows findings of numerous violations of consumer protection laws.
Full story at AppleInsider ↗ - Smartphones & apps · IT law & regulation · IT industry & companies
Fortnite returns to the Australian App Store.
Following a court order, Fortnite is being reinstated on the Australian App Store. Apple is required to allow the app back despite ongoing legal disputes.
Full story at MacRumors ↗ - Cybersecurity · IT law & regulation
Waze ban for civil servants in Malaysia.
The government has prohibited civil servants from using Waze due to security considerations. Google Maps remains permitted as it falls under different legal jurisdictions.
Full story at SoyaCincau ↗
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