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GitHub begins offering data residency to EU developers

Ryan Daws — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 15:48:22 +0000

GitHub has announced that it will introduce data residency capabilities, beginning with EU developers on 29 October 2024. The new data residency feature for Enterprise Cloud will allow organisations to store their GitHub code and repository data in their preferred geographical region. “We’ve heard for years from enterprises that being able to control where their... Read more »

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Microsoft faces new EU antitrust charges over Teams

Muhammad Zulhusni — Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:53:40 +0000

The European Commission has accused Microsoft of illegally tying its chat and video app Teams with its popular Office package. The recent antitrust complaint made by rival Slack (now owned by Salesforce) might result in a hefty fine for Microsoft if it is found guilty of these alleged antitrust breaches. The company faces a fine... Read more »

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Encryption under fire: Signal and rights groups oppose EU law

Ryan Daws — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 15:52:01 +0000

In a strongly worded statement, Meredith Whittaker, President of Signal, has called out the EU’s latest attempts to weaken end-to-end encryption under the guise of new terminology. Her comments come in response to ongoing discussions surrounding the EU’s chat control legislation, which has seen some European countries pushing for measures that could potentially compromise user... Read more »

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Open letter criticises ‘flawed’ CSAM scanning plan

Ryan Daws — Fri, 03 May 2024 11:10:41 +0000

An open letter signed by 270 scientists and researchers across 33 countries has raised major technical concerns about the EU’s proposed regulation mandating the scanning of messaging apps for child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The signees argue the techniques are fundamentally flawed and will “completely undermine communications and systems security.” “From a technical standpoint, to... Read more »

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EU classifies iPadOS as a ‘gatekeeper’ subject to DMA rules

Ryan Daws — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 13:52:34 +0000

The European Commission has classified Apple’s iPadOS as a “gatekeeper” under the EU’s new tech competition rules, subjecting it to strict requirements aimed at promoting fairness and expanding consumer choice. “The Digital Markets Act is a dynamic tool which allows us to tackle the realities of digital markets,” said Margrethe Vestager, the EU’s competition chief... Read more »

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Apple faces EU scrutiny for terminating Epic’s developer account

Ryan Daws — Thu, 07 Mar 2024 12:49:03 +0000

Apple finds itself under the European Union’s microscope following its decision to terminate Epic Games’ developer account, blocking the gaming company from establishing its own app store for iPhone users in Europe. This move has reignited the ongoing feud between the two tech giants and raised concerns over potential violations of the EU’s Digital Markets... Read more »

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Apple is killing web apps in the EU

Ryan Daws — Fri, 16 Feb 2024 15:05:23 +0000

Apple is ending support for progressive web apps (PWAs) for iPhone users within the EU, stirring concern among developers and users alike. This decision comes as a definitive blow to the accessibility and functionality of web-based applications on Apple devices. The move to discontinue web app support has been apparent in each iteration of the... Read more »

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European iOS developers can begin testing alternative app stores

Ryan Daws — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 15:43:07 +0000

Apple this week began implementing its controversial plans to comply with the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), allowing developers to now submit alternative app stores and external apps via App Store Connect. This development comes amid Apple’s efforts to meet the DMA requirements by March 2024. With the deadline looming, Apple is taking proactive steps... Read more »

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Developers can seek guidance from Apple on EU App Store changes

Ryan Daws — Fri, 02 Feb 2024 13:42:53 +0000

Apple has announced that it will allow developers to request consultations to discuss upcoming changes to the iOS App Store in compliance with the European Union’s new Digital Markets Act (DMA). The DMA, for a quick primer, is a sweeping set of antitrust regulations aimed at reining in the market power of Big Tech giants... Read more »

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