India’s internet shutdowns are a threat to the global digital economy
India's booming e-commerce industry has attracted the attention of UK investors but internet shutdowns have become a fix for anything from protest to exam cheating.
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Big GDPR fines might not translate into greater privacy across Europe
High penalties on businesses may not be enough to achieve robust privacy across Europe, as greater clarity on all-encompassing data transfer laws is critical.
Is ‘e-money’ a money laundering risk?
E-money, used in prepaid cards and digital wallets, has been linked to money laundering. But the risks pale in comparison to crypto, experts say.
Is the ‘play-to-earn’ model the future of gaming?
The developers behind Axie Infinity think so. Critics see it as an imploding micro-economy.
Shopee: Can Singapore’s e-commerce giant crack Europe?
Buoyed by a tech boom in Southeast Asia, Singapore's Shopee has launched in Spain, France and Poland. Will it succeed?
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Health AI start-ups in the UK raised more than their fintech peers
Covid-19 and the digitisation of healthcare saw 'AI-centric' health tech companies in the UK raise more capital in 2021 than their finance-focused counterparts.
Amazon’s €1.3bn fine is the latest blow against Big Tech ‘self-preferencing’
Amazon has been reprimanded by Italian regulators for favouring its own products over those of third parties, reflecting a trend of clampdowns on 'self-preferencing' around the world.
UK tech industry calls for more R&D support from government
UK tech companies expect sales, investment and headcount to grow in 2022 but call on the government to support innovation.
Does the UK’s tech future lie in India?
The logic of closer technology-related ties between the two economies is clear, but there are significant hurdles to be addressed.
Here’s how government policy on cryptocurrency differs around the world
Governments around the world are embracing cryptocurrencies with varying degrees of sophistication and success.
Will technology avert the next global supply chain crisis?
A ‘control tower’ approach to logistics could help tame the sector’s volatility.
Lloyd v Google ruling could protect Big Tech – and smaller businesses
Google's victory in an appeal against a class-action lawsuit could make it harder for privacy groups to pursue Big Tech - and smaller businesses - through the courts.
Inmarsat’s sale to Viasat would be another blow for British technology
Though the space industry is changing rapidly, geostationary satellite pioneer Inmarsat remains a key player in the sector. Its sale to a US rival would be a blow for Britain.
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