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EU considers running undersea cable under the North Pole to link Europe to Asia — Polar Connect aims to bypass the Strait of Hormuz and Russia by 2030

The EU is planning an undersea cable that goes under the North Pole to connect to Asia. This route avoids geopolitical hotspots like the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf but will have to weather the harsh Arctic.

Tom’s Hardware

TikTok Says Pay Up to Avoid Data Tracking for Ads — Privacy Now Costs £3.99 a Month

TikTok's new £3.99 ($5.44) ad-free tier removes ads and data tracking for UK users. Free accounts can no longer opt out of personalised ads.

International Business Times UK

From AirTags to AI nudification: the growing toolkit of technology-facilitated abuse

It’s hard to overstate the impact that artificial intelligence has had since the release of generative AI platforms such as ChatGPT just three years ago. While they have led to countless advances in how we live and work, they have also been at the centre of controversies around domestic and…

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Von der Leyen steps up EU child safety crackdown on social media giants

The European Union is preparing a fresh push to rein in the impact of social media on children, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen signalling that new legislation – including restricting access for younger users – could be proposed within months.

Radio France Internationale

‘That doesn't sound very healthy’: Amazon’s reported tokenmaxxing might gamify AI usage, analyst warns

Amazon employees are reportedly gaming internal AI leaderboards to inflate their token counts.

Fortune

Meta Connect 2026 kicks off in September — date, time and mystery new smart glasses teased

Meta Connect 2026 kicks off in September with a mystery pair of smart glasses and promised AI updates.

Tom’s Guide

EU Announces Plans To Ban Addictive Social Media Features, Impose Age Restrictions

The European Union (EU) is planning to crack down on social media with age restrictions and plans to ban addictive features in an effort to protect children from aspects of the platforms.

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7 best Android 17 upgrades announced at The Android Show — from 3D emojis to Screen Reactions

The Android Show 2026 contained numerous major Android 17 announcements — these are the seven biggest upcoming features.

TechRadar

EU plans new rules targeting addictive design on TikTok, Meta, to protect children

The European Union is creating new regulations to safeguard children from addictive social media platform designs. These rules will target harmful features and manipulative practices. The European Commission plans to propose the Digital Fairness Act later this year. This initiative aims to protect young users from potential negative impacts of…

The Economic Times

Meta Severance Revealed: US Staff To Get 16 Weeks Base Pay Amid 8,000 Job Cuts

Meta plans to cut 8,000 jobs globally starting May 20, focusing on AI-driven restructuring. Severance packages vary by region, with US employees receiving at least 16 weeks' pay.

International Business Times UK

Dear Nebius Stock Fans, Mark Your Calendars for May 13

Nebius has become one of AI’s hottest infrastructure trades, but May 13 may decide whether the rally holds.

Barchart

Amazon employees admit to using AI unnecessarily to pump up internal usage scores — workers complain of intense pressure to use AI tools

Amazon is the latest hyperscaler where employees have been caught inflating AI token consumption to hit internal usage targets.

Tom’s Hardware

Trump heads to China to spread the gospel of American tech

Tim Cook and Elon Musk, among other tech CEOS, will accompany the US president on a trip to Beijing

The Guardian - US

Meta loses court fight over compensation to Italian publishers

Meta Platforms has faced a significant setback in Europe as the EU's highest court mandated that they pay publishers for utilizing snippets from news articles. This landmark ruling reinforces the directive from Italian regulators, marking a victorious moment for journalism and allowing publishers to reclaim their investments.

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WhatsApp Chat Export and Group Contact Saving for Business Growth

A sourcing manager I know in Guangzhou once spent a Tuesday night copying phone numbers out of a 487-member supplier group, one row at a time, into Google Sheets. She finished around 2 a.m. and discovered she'd missed a column halfway through. That's the workflow most B2B teams are running…

The Economic Times

US CEOs seek China business gains from Trump-Xi summit

American business leaders are heading to China for a summit with President Xi Jinping. They aim to resolve ongoing business challenges and secure new opportunities. Companies like Mastercard, Visa, Tesla, and BlackRock are seeking regulatory approvals and market access. The visit is seen as a political opening to accelerate discussions…

The Economic Times

TikTok challenges EU 'gatekeeper' status at Europe's top court

TikTok is fighting its EU 'gatekeeper' status in court. The company argues it does not meet the strict criteria set by the Digital Markets Act. This case could significantly impact how Europe regulates big tech firms. A ruling is expected in the coming months.

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92,000 Layoffs Later, Tech Workers Fear What’s Coming Next

For years, people believed technology would create endless opportunities. Learn coding, join a big tech company, work hard, and your future would stay secure. That dream now feels shakier than ever. In 2026 alone, more than 92,000 tech workers have already lost their jobs. Giants like Meta , Microsoft, Amazon,…

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Meta to lay off 8,000 employees on May 20: What will be the severance package for staff by Mark Zuckerberg's company?

Meta layoffs: Meta is set to lay off approximately 8,000 employees, about 10% of its global workforce, on May 20. Meta said the company is offering a “generous severance package,” which includes 16 weeks' base pay plus two weeks for every year of employment and will also cover the cost…

The Economic Times

California county sues Meta over scam ads

Santa Clara County has filed a lawsuit against Meta Platforms, claiming that the company profited from deceptive advertisements circulating on Facebook and Instagram. According to the lawsuit, Meta's conduct violates California's regulations related to false advertising and unfair competition.

The Guardian - UK

Sarah Wynn-Williams and Virginia Giuffre jointly win freedom to publish prize at British book awards

In a rare public appearance, Meta whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams warned of ‘networks of powerful elites’ using wealth and influence to silence dissenting voices

Barchart

CoreWeave Stock Falls as the AI Growth Story Slows Down

CoreWeave’s red-hot AI rally cooled sharply as investor concerns over Q2 outlook and spending plans overshadowed explosive growth.

The Economic Times

Cannes Festival signs up Meta as sponsor amid AI fears

The Cannes Film Festival has secured a new multi-year sponsorship deal with Meta. This partnership replaces TikTok and will see Meta promote its video-enabled glasses. The festival will also showcase Meta's AI video technology. Director Steven Soderbergh is using this AI for his latest film, a documentary on John Lennon.

The Economic Times

Tech companies tap debt markets to fund AI and cloud expansion

Last month, Alphabet, Amazon, Microsoft and Meta signaled that spending on AI would not slow down, with the tech giants' combined spending now set to exceed $700 billion this year, up from about $600 billion previously.

MarketBeat

Meta Platforms’ Wild Post-Earnings Swings: Where Analyst Price Targets Stand Now

After seeing a disappointing reaction to its Q1 2026 earnings report, Wall Street analysts continue to point to solid upside ahead for Meta Platforms' stock.

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