Advertising probes to finally pierce ‘Teflon’ Facebook
The twin investigation into Facebook’s alleged abuse of digital advertising markets through its collection and use of data may not only…
Critics slam ‘toothless and confusing’ online harms law
The Government’s Online Safty Bill, announced in the Queen’s Speech, has already come under fire, amid claims it will not…
Apple users ditch ads in their droves after iOS update
The vast majority of Apple iPhone users are leaving app tracking disabled since the feature went live on April 26…
New online safety law to put tech giants into the dock
The Government has vowed to hit social media and search engine giants where it hurts, with potential fines of 10%…
Facebook and Google ‘dawdle in dealing with scam ads’
Tech giants Facebook and Google stand accused of failing to act fast enough to remove scam ads after they have…
Irish open Facebook probe after Brussels intervention
Another day, another Irish Data Protection Commission investigation launches into Facebook’s seemingly blatant disregard for customer data, but this time…
Facebook ‘not bothered’ over data leak affecting 533m
Facebook is risking the wrath of both consumers and regulators alike after refusing to notify any of its half a…
New digital regulator vows be ‘tough’ on US tech giants
The UK has officially launched the Digital Markets Unit, which ministers boast will be a “tough new regulator” to clamp…
Facebook proves Covid-proof as spend hits record levels
The early months of the Covid pandemic might have triggered a mass exodus from direct mail, TV, outdoor and even…
Facebook grovels after booting BAME charity off site
Facebook has been forced to apologise to BAME financial education and support charity Money4You after the social media giant labelled…