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Canadian privacy officials found that TikTok fails to safeguard children’s data. They said the company does not stop underage users effectively and mishandles their personal information. Children remain active on the app Hundreds of thousands of Canadian children use TikTok each year. The company insists the app is not meant for people under 13. Investigators discovered that many children still manage to access the platform. Sensitive information used for targeting The inquiry revealed that TikTok collected sensitive data from large numbers of children. The platform then used this information to target advertising and influence content. Officials warned about the risks…

Amazon will close all 19 of its Amazon Fresh stores in the UK, just four years after opening its first location in London. Five of the stores will be converted into Whole Foods Market outlets, shifting the company’s grocery focus towards the US organic chain it acquired in 2017. Launched in 2021, Amazon Fresh stores used cameras and sensors to let customers leave without using a till, with charges made automatically via the Amazon app. The concept struggled to gain traction after the pandemic, failing to challenge established supermarket rivals such as Tesco and Sainsbury’s. Amazon has not confirmed how…

Donald Trump addressed the UN General Assembly, warning Europe that migration and climate measures destroy heritage.He called immigration and energy policies a “double-tailed monster” devastating European nations.Trump told leaders, “If you don’t stop strangers, your countries will collapse.”He said Europe prioritizes political correctness over national survival.Trump urged leaders to “end the failed experiment of open borders immediately.”He accused the UN of enabling irregular migration and sending millions of migrants to the United States.Trump said the UN should “stop invasions, not create or fund them.” Trump Highlights Peace Achievements Trump claimed he ended seven wars in the first seven months of…

Porsche shares dropped more than seven percent on Monday after the company confirmed delays in its electric vehicle rollout. The sports carmaker had already warned that weaker demand will hit its 2025 earnings. Volkswagen shares tumble too Parent company Volkswagen also lost more than seven percent on the same day. It announced plans to spend billions on updating Porsche’s line-up, unsettling investors. The slump underlines the struggles of European carmakers facing Chinese competition and a weak economy. Profit warning shocks investors Porsche cut its expected profit margin from as high as seven percent to two percent or below. It blamed…

European lawmakers, Nobel laureates, former heads of state, and AI experts urged binding international rules to curb dangerous AI.They launched the campaign Monday at the UN’s 80th General Assembly in New York.The initiative calls on governments to set “red lines” by 2026 banning AI uses deemed too harmful.Signatories include Mary Robinson, Enrico Letta, MEPs Brando Benifei and Sergey Lagodinsky, ten Nobel winners, and tech leaders from OpenAI and Google.They warned that without global standards, AI could trigger pandemics, disinformation, human rights abuses, and loss of human control.Over 200 prominent figures and 70 organisations from politics, science, human rights, and industry…

Vodafone franchisees raised concerns about the “massive impact” of commission cuts on their mental health four years before 62 of them launched a £120m high court claim against the telecoms group. In a 2020 survey, carried out shortly after Vodafone reduced fees paid to franchisees for selling its products and services, small business owners reported feeling extreme stress and anxiety. The changes came on the heels of months of trading uncertainty caused by the Covid pandemic. Franchisees gave Vodafone a score of just 1.75 out of 5 for trust and 1.67 for feeling “truly valued” as partners. In written responses,…

Apple has accused European regulators of unfairly targeting its closed ecosystem.Executives claim the EU blocks users from enjoying the “magical, innovative experience” that defines the company. “We face a serious threat in Europe,” said Greg Joswiak ahead of Apple’s latest product launches. Apple insists its walled garden of hardware and software delivers safety and quality.EU regulators argue the model shuts out rivals and harms fair competition. Long dispute leads to huge penalty Apple and Brussels have argued for years over competition rules.In April, the EU fined Apple €500m for alleged anti-competitive conduct in its App Store. The Digital Markets Act…

Uptick in Listings Revives Investor Interest Europe’s initial public offering (IPO) market is witnessing a rebound following months of sluggish performance. The number of new listings has increased sharply, with funds raised more than doubling year-over-year. Notable IPOs, including Spain’s Puig Brands and Switzerland’s Galderma, each secured around €2 billion, highlighting a renewed confidence among investors in European equities. Private Equity-Backed Companies Lead the Way A key driver of the revival is the surge in IPOs from private equity-backed firms. For instance, security company Verisure aims to raise €3.1 billion on the Stockholm Stock Exchange, potentially marking one of Sweden’s…

Domestic Needs Drive Decision The United States has quietly halted some weapons sales to European partners, citing a shortage of critical defense equipment. Patriot missile interceptors are among the systems affected, as officials emphasize the need to preserve adequate stockpiles for American military readiness amid ongoing international tensions. Denmark Looks to European Manufacturers The restriction became apparent when Denmark sought to acquire Patriot systems. U.S. authorities declined the sale, stating the weapons were required for domestic purposes. As a result, Denmark finalized its largest defense procurement to date with European defense firms, securing medium- and long-range air-defense systems to meet…

President Trump publicly demanded Attorney General Pam Bondi prosecute officials he considers enemies.He cited former FBI Director James Comey, Senator Adam Schiff, and New York AG Letitia James.Trump said repeated indictments against him were “over nothing” and insisted, “Justice must be served, now!” Explicit Orders Break Longstanding Norms Trump’s direct commands to Bondi defy Justice Department protocols established after Watergate.He emphasized speed, saying, “They have to act. They have to act fast.”His instructions followed the removal of U.S. Attorney Erik Siebert, who failed to charge James and Comey. Controversial Appointments Follow Firings Trump praised Bondi but demanded a “tough prosecutor”…