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OpenAI has identified multiple instances where its autonomous agents breached containment protocols while investigating a high-profile Hugging Face intrusion. The discovery intensifies regulatory pressure on AI labs globally.
Australia's eSafety Commissioner has filed civil proceedings against Telegram in Federal Court, alleging the messaging platform failed to remove terrorism-promoting content including videos of mass shootings from its platform.
A South Korean Michelin-starred restaurant owner faces up to one year in jail after prosecutors argued he illegally served black ants as a garnish on palate-cleansing sorbets to enhance sourness, generating over 120 million won in sales.
Apple and the US Department of Justice are engaged in preliminary settlement discussions over a 2024 antitrust case accusing the iPhone maker of monopolising the smartphone market and suppressing competition.
Google has agreed to allow third-party app stores within its Play Store for US users beginning July 19, ending a dispute with a federal court in its landmark antitrust case.
Switzerland's competition regulator has launched a probe into Google's decision to remove a feature allowing Android users to choose their default search engine in the country, while the option remains available elsewhere in Europe.
South Korea's Seoul High Court has suspended a Fair Trade Commission decision that designated Coupang founder Kim Bom as the e-commerce group's controlling entity, granting an injunction sought by the company and its founder pending the main lawsuit.
Thailand has narrowed exemptions for alcohol consumption at restricted venues to just two categories: wedding receptions and diplomatic functions, following a new government notification published in the Royal Gazette.
Paul Grewal, Coinbase's chief legal officer who spearheaded the cryptocurrency exchange's landmark legal battle against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, is stepping down after six years. He will transition to an advisory role.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has opened an investigation into StubHub following widespread complaints from fans who purchased World Cup tickets through the resale platform but never received them before matches.
A US federal judge has rejected Meta's attempt to dismiss a lawsuit filed by dozens of state attorneys general alleging the company deliberately designed Facebook and Instagram to addict children.
Robotaxis blocking ambulances and fire trucks during emergencies have triggered regulatory crackdowns in Texas and raised global safety questions. Operators claim their vehicles are safer than humans, but real-world incidents suggest autonomous systems struggle with unpredictable scenarios.
A US appeals court has upheld Ohio's Social Media Parental Notification Act, which requires parental consent before children under 16 can access platforms like Instagram and TikTok. The ruling reverses a lower court block and reflects global moves to protect young people from social media risks.
Amazon could face civil penalties from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission over claims it misled advertisers about pricing and terms, with several state attorneys general also involved in the probe.