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Mark Zuckerberg appeared in court Wednesday to defend Meta against accusations of targeting young users. Lawyers presented internal documents suggesting the company prioritized children and teenagers. Zuckerberg said the communications were misrepresented. This marked his first jury appearance amid years of criticism of Meta, which owns Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. YouTube is also part of the trial, which could shape thousands of similar lawsuits. TikTok and Snapchat settled shortly before the trial, with terms undisclosed. Meta maintained it protects young users and blocks accounts under 13. Still, lead plaintiff lawyer Mark Lanier presented emails and research showing Meta employees discussed…
Top alpine skiers have raised alarm over accelerating glacier loss during the Winter Olympics in Cortina.Lindsey Vonn, Mikaela Shiffrin and Federica Brignone said the changes are clearly visible from the mountains where they train. Glaciers once seen from the host town have largely disappeared.Italy has lost more than 200 square kilometres of glacier area since the late 1950s.Scientists report the pace of melting has accelerated in the past two decades. Athletes rely on glaciers for early-season training and consistent snow.Vonn said many of the glaciers she used as a child have already vanished.Shiffrin described winter athletes as having a “front-row…
Protecting Households and Businesses from Price Shocks EU countries have agreed to tighten rules that prevent sudden spikes in carbon prices as the bloc prepares to launch its new carbon tax on cars, vans, and buildings. The updated emissions trading system, ETS2, is set to take effect in 2028, and households and businesses that rely on fossil fuels for heating and transport are expected to face higher bills once the system is fully operational. While some nations, including Slovakia and the Czech Republic, have called for a delay to 2030 due to social impacts, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, the Netherlands, and…
“Life is becoming more expensive,” says Alexander, an advertising specialist from Moscow who works for a large corporation. His monthly food budget jumped by more than 22% in one month, rising from 35,000 roubles to 43,000 roubles. Russia’s economy now stands between stagnation and decline, and many citizens feel the financial impact of the war in Ukraine as it approaches its fourth year. Alexander noticed price increases for almost all essential goods in supermarkets, including eggs, chicken fillets, and seasonal vegetables. Journalists changed all names in this report to protect sources. Even his daily Americano on the way to work…
Brussels May Act Independently of G7 The European Union is prepared to move forward with a complete ban on maritime services for Russian oil tankers, even if G7 countries fail to reach a consensus. Valdis Dombrovskis said the EU prefers coordinated action but will not hesitate to implement the measure on its own. The 20th sanctions package aims to be approved by 24 February, coinciding with the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. If enacted, EU companies would be barred from servicing Russian tankers, effectively ending the G7’s oil price cap within EU jurisdiction, which currently stands at…
U.S. industry analysts are projecting that autonomous agent AI and sustainable computing will be the most important trends shaping enterprise innovation in 2026. Companies across sectors are exploring AI systems that operate independently, manage tasks, and improve efficiency while reducing human intervention. These technologies are expected to create new jobs and enhance productivity. Autonomous agent AI refers to software that can make decisions, plan workflows, and perform complex operations without constant human input. Enterprises are investing in these systems to streamline processes, optimize resource use, and improve response times. Analysts say this technology will play a critical role in finance,…
Senior UK banking figures will meet this week to begin creating a national card payments system.The project aims to reduce reliance on US-owned networks during geopolitical tensions. The meeting will be chaired by Vim Maru of Barclays and funded by major City institutions.The new company, known as DeliveryCo, would act as a backup if existing systems failed. About 95% of UK card transactions currently run through Visa and Mastercard.Executives warn that losing access would severely disrupt the economy as cash use declines.Sanctions in Russia, where the two networks were shut down, highlighted the risk. The initiative has been discussed for…
US President Donald Trump said he will be indirectly involved in talks between Iran and the United States starting later Tuesday in Geneva. He spoke to reporters aboard Air Force One and said he believes Iran wants to reach a deal on its nuclear programme. The second round of talks in Switzerland follows repeated military threats against Iran over its deadly crackdown on anti-government protests and the ongoing dispute over its nuclear programme. On Monday, Iran’s foreign ministry said it believes the US position has shifted toward a more realistic approach. Iran Focuses on Sanctions as Washington Expands Its Agenda…
Volkswagen aims to cut costs by 20% by 2028 as part of a new restructuring drive.Plant closures remain a possible option, according to reports. Chief executive Oliver Blume and finance chief Arno Antlitz presented the plan to senior managers.The goal is to secure stable profits despite falling sales, high costs and growing pressure from Chinese carmakers. An earlier overhaul already included 35,000 job cuts by 2030 and targeted €10bn in savings.The company says it has achieved cost reductions worth tens of billions of euros so far. New data shows the EU trade deficit with China rose to €359.3bn in 2025.German…
Trump Connection Highlighted U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio traveled to Budapest to deliver a message of backing from former President Donald Trump to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, whose ruling Fidesz party is trailing the opposition in polls ahead of April elections. Speaking at a joint press conference, Rubio praised the personal relationship between Trump and Orbán, saying it had helped strengthen U.S.–Hungarian ties. He cited Hungary’s recent one-year exemption from U.S. sanctions on Russian oil imports as a tangible benefit of that relationship. Rubio described Hungary’s success as aligned with American interests, emphasizing that Washington “wants you to…