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Google refuses to implement fact checks despite new EU disinformation law requirements

Google refuses to implement fact checks despite new EU disinformation law requirements

3 days ago

Compliance Monitoring YouTube

Google has informed the EU that it will not implement fact checks in search results or YouTube videos, despite a new law requiring it. Google's global affairs president stated that integrating fact-checking is not suitable for their services. The EU's Code of Practice on Disinformation mandates tech firms to include fact-check results, but Google plans to withdraw from these commitments. The company will focus on enhancing its existing content moderation practices.

Axios
Axios
Meta Faces Legal Setback Over AI Training with Pirated Books from Library Genesis

Meta Faces Legal Setback Over AI Training with Pirated Books from Library Genesis

3 days ago

Compliance Monitoring Meta

Meta is in legal trouble after court documents revealed it trained its AI models using pirated books from Library Genesis, a notorious piracy site. Authors Richard Kadrey and Sarah Silverman filed a lawsuit alleging copyright infringement. A judge criticized Meta's redaction efforts, indicating they were to avoid negative publicity. Meta claims its use of publicly available materials is protected under "fair use." The case's outcome could affect future AI training and copyright laws.

WIRED
WIRED
US Supreme Court Rejects Meta's Appeal in Advertisers' Class Action Lawsuit

US Supreme Court Rejects Meta's Appeal in Advertisers' Class Action Lawsuit

6 days ago

Meta Ads Compliance Monitoring

The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear Meta's appeal to avoid a class action lawsuit from advertisers accusing the company of inflating ad reach. A lower court's ruling allows advertisers to seek damages collectively, alleging Meta misrepresented the potential audience for their ads. Plaintiffs argue that Meta's estimates were misleading, potentially costing them over $7 billion. Meta contends that the court's approach differs from other federal appeals.

Reuters
Reuters
Google files remedies proposal in response to DOJ antitrust lawsuit over search practices

Google files remedies proposal in response to DOJ antitrust lawsuit over search practices

28 days ago

Paid Search Compliance Monitoring +1 more

Google has submitted a proposal to address the DOJ's antitrust lawsuit alleging monopolistic practices in search. While planning to appeal the court's decision, Google must first outline remedies. The company argues that its success is due to innovation and competition, not coercion. The proposal focuses on search distribution contracts, allowing browser companies flexibility and device makers to preload multiple search engines.

Google
Google

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Automate Your Marketing Audits - Say Goodbye to Manual Checklists

Automate Your Marketing Audits - Say Goodbye to Manual Checklists

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Marketing Auditor is a comprehensive, automated tool designed to revolutionize the process of auditing digital marketing campaigns. It supports platforms like Google Ads and Google Analytics, performing 200+ automated checks to uncover growth opportunities and deliver actionable insights. Users can generate professional, white-labeled reports customized to their branding and preferred formats like Google Slides and PowerPoint.

Meta fined $263 million for Facebook security breach affecting 3 million EU users

Meta fined $263 million for Facebook security breach affecting 3 million EU users

1 months ago

Compliance Monitoring Meta

Meta has been fined €251 million by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission for a 2018 Facebook security breach affecting about 3 million EU users. The breach, which occurred in July 2017, allowed unauthorized access to user profiles due to a bug in a video upload feature. The DPC found that Meta violated GDPR regulations on breach notification and data protection by design. Meta stated it took immediate action to address the issue once it was identified.

Google to Test Removing Hotel Search Features in Europe to Comply with EU Regulations

Google to Test Removing Hotel Search Features in Europe to Comply with EU Regulations

1 months ago

Google Ads Compliance Monitoring

Google has made over 20 changes to comply with the Digital Markets Act (DMA) in Europe, including redesigning features and removing others. These modifications have negatively impacted airlines, hotel operators, and small retailers. Google proposes more changes to accommodate comparison sites' requests and will test removing free hotel features in Germany, Belgium, and Estonia. Google aims to comply with the DMA while maintaining useful tech for users.

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Google

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Google Faces £7 Billion Class Action Lawsuit in UK Over Search Dominance Abuse

Google Faces £7 Billion Class Action Lawsuit in UK Over Search Dominance Abuse

1 months ago

Google Ads Compliance Monitoring +1 more

Google faces a £7 billion class action lawsuit in the UK for allegedly abusing its dominance in search, leading to higher advertising costs and consumer prices. The case, filed by Nikki Stopford, claims Google forced Android phone makers to use Google Search and Chrome and paid Apple to make Google the default search engine on Safari. Despite Google's attempt to dismiss the case, the UK’s Competition Appeal Tribunal ruled it can proceed.

Justice Department Pushes Google to Spin Off Chrome Browser Trending ️‍🔥

Justice Department Pushes Google to Spin Off Chrome Browser

2 months ago

Tracking Compliance Monitoring +2 more

The Department of Justice is reportedly pushing Google to spin off its Chrome browser business and recommending antitrust requirements related to AI and Android. This follows a historic multiyear case where the Justice Department proved Google's web search monopoly in the U.S. A federal judge ruled Google broke antitrust laws in online search and search text ads markets. The Justice Department argues Chrome is a key access point for Google Search, controlling 61% of the U.S. browser market.

Meta Fined €797 Million for Abusing Dominant Position in EU Market

Meta Fined €797 Million for Abusing Dominant Position in EU Market

2 months ago

Compliance Monitoring Meta

The European Commission fined Meta €797.72 million for breaching EU antitrust rules by tying Facebook Marketplace to Facebook and imposing unfair trading conditions on other online classified ads service providers. Meta abused its dominant position in personal social networks and online display advertising, giving Facebook Marketplace an unfair advantage. The fine was based on the duration and gravity of the infringement and Meta's turnover.

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