Apple removes more unlicensed games from the App Store in China
The company is cracking down on unlicensed titles.
Regulations
EU backs away from proposed five-year facial recognition ban
Instead, it will recommend that member states assess the technology themselves.
India's proposed data laws give the government more access to data
Companies could be required to ask permission before collecting users' info.We have two newsletters, why not sign up for both?
EPA will roll back rules on methane emissions
Methane is worse than CO2 for our climate.
Lawmakers call for regulation of facial recognition tech
The bipartisan group is worried the technology is inaccurate and invasive.
UK mulls security warnings for smart home devices
It might prohibit retailers from selling products without the labels.
Senators urge FAA to complete remote drone identification rules
They say the FAA is overdue in providing regulations.
New York kicks Spectrum out of the state for 'recurring failures'
It (was) the biggest cable provider in the area.
Regulators want drones to have visible 'license plates'
If it becomes an official rule, you can no longer keep your UAV's ID number hidden.
Europe wants to regulate how tech giants treat other companies
It's targeting sites like Amazon, Google and Expedia.
Instagram will let users download all their data
A data portability tool could help the company respond to criticism and comply with EU regulations.
US will reveal revised autonomous car guidelines this summer
It will include trucks this time.
Uber decides against leaving Quebec over tough ridesharing rules
But it's hoping for a 'constructive dialogue' with the new transport minister.
Karma's new hotspot gives users a cloak of invisibility
Karma Black comes with anonymous browsing and a built-in VPN.
FAA considers remote identification system for drones in the US
To be effective, the registration requirement would likely need to be reinstated.
Texas legislature overrules Austin, allows Uber and Lyft to return
They're expected to open Monday right after the Governor signs the bill into law.
Airbnb agrees to register all hosts in San Francisco
Short-term rental properties will now automatically be registered with the city.
Uber plans to ditch Denmark over new taxi laws
The company can admit it's a taxi service or get out.
Toyota, GM and Lyft want nationwide rules for self-driving cars
The "patchwork" of state regulations is limiting development, they say.
The Engadget Podcast Ep 24: The Biggest Lie
Facebook's Journalism Project and Volkswagen's continued Dieselgate troubles.
