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SEC responds to Elon Musk harassment allegations
In a letter it filed on Friday with a New York federal judge, the SEC said its frequent check-ins with Tesla were consistent with expectations from the court overseeing the company’s 2018 settlement.
Elon Musk accuses SEC of conducting a 'harassment campaign'
Elon Musk and Tesla have accused the SEC of conducting a 'harassment campaign' in retaliation for Musk's criticism of the government.
Crypto lender to pay $100 million over alleged securities violations
Crypto lender BlockFi is paying $100 million to settle SEC claims it violated securities laws.
European publishers lodge EU antitrust complaint against Google's ad tech
European publishers have levelled an EU antitrust complaint against Google for allegedly abusing its ad tech dominance.
EPA objects to US Postal Service plan to buy a new gas-powered delivery fleet
The EPA is urging the US Postal Service to halt a plan to buy tens of thousands of gas-powered mail delivery trucks.
FCC proposes mandatory labels that clearly explain broadband services
The FCC has proposed mandatory broadband labels that would make it easier to shop ISPs based on caps, speeds and more.
Google's new senior VP will explore technology's impact on society
Google has hired a new senior VP that will explore technology's impact on society — right as many are blaming the company for some of the world's ills.
AT&T and Verizon delay 5G rollout at some airports after airlines warn of disruptions
AT&T and Verizon say they will voluntarily delay the deployment of their new C-Band 5G services near some US airports.
US airlines warn C-Band 5G could cause 'catastrophic disruption'
The airline industry claims a “catastrophic” event could unfold on Wednesday when AT&T and Verizon activate their new C-Band 5G networks.
FedEx wants to equip cargo aircraft with anti-missile lasers
FedEx has asked US officials for approval to install anti-missile laser systems to protect its aircraft from attacks.
Apple will let dating apps in the Netherlands offer third-party payments
Apple will let dating apps like Tinder offer alternative payment options in the Netherlands after a regulator ordered it to make the change.
FCC proposes stricter requirements for reporting data breaches
The FCC chair has shared tougher data breach reporting requirements that would include disclosing accidental breaches.
Roblox halts service in China ahead of a major revamp
Roblox has put a hold on its service in China for an overhaul, but it's not clear where the game platform is headed next.
UK watchdog to grill Meta over child safety in VR
A UK data watchdog plans talks with Meta over concerns its VR platform doesn't do enough to protect kids.
Mobile sports betting is now legal in New York State
You can now legally bet on sports from your phone in New York, and a few companies are already taking wagers.
FAA reveals 50 airports that will have C-band 5G buffer zones
The airports excluding C-band 5G include some of the busiest hubs in the US.
AT&T and Verizon reject US call to delay 5G expansions over interference
AT&T and Verizon have dismissed a US request to delay their 5G expansions over interference issues, instead suggesting a compromise.
Democrats push Mark Zuckerberg on Meta's actions prior to January 6th Capitol attack
Democratic senators have called on Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to answer questions on how Facebook handled misinformation enforcement ahead of the January 6th US Capitol attack.
Report finds Instagram makes it easy for teens to find drugs online
Instagram makes it trivial for teens as young as 13 to find and buy drugs like MDMA and Xanax, according to a newly published report from the Tech Transparency Project.
Kenya will start regulating lending apps
Kenya's president has signed a law that will regulate lending apps that are popular in the country.