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Tech policy news: regulation, privacy rules, court rulings and government programmes that shape startups.
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UK Regulator Pushes Google to Open Choice Screens to AI Assistants
The CMA proposes rules requiring Google to include AI assistants in Android and Chrome choice screens for UK users, with annual prompts and publisher attribution requirements.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
Ofcom investigates Pornhub’s age verification under UK’s Online Safety Act
Ofcom has launched an investigation into Aylo, owner of Pornhub, to assess the effectiveness of its age verification process under the UK’s Online Safety Act.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
UK Announces AI Defence Partnership with US and Plans to Combat Disinformation
The UK unveils an AI defence partnership with the US and a National Centre for Information Defence to counter disinformation and lead global AI governance.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
Meta shipped 81% of the world’s AI glasses, and the runner-up has no camera
AI glasses shipments more than doubled to 4.2 million in the first half of 2026, Omdia says, and Meta shipped four pairs in five. The vendor in second place sells glasses with no camera. The count arrives as Meta…
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
AI-native patent firm Fearn launches to take on the billable hour
Fearn has launched an AI-native patent prosecution firm for startups, combining former Big Law patent experts and PhDs with proprietary models purpose-built for patent law. The firm can take a founder from explaining an…
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
Germany and Netherlands Commit €40M to Accelerate AI Chip Design
Germany’s SPRIND and the Netherlands’ NADI commit €40 million to accelerate AI chip design, reducing development cycles and boosting European tech sovereignty.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
White House Launches 'Trump TV' as Press Ban Sparks Backlash
The White House launched a 24/7 livestream, 'Trump TV,' while banning journalists from CNN, Politico, and MS NOW. Major networks boycotted, sparking First Amendment concerns.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
OECD downgrades UK growth forecast to 1% for 2027 amid geopolitical risks
The OECD reduced the UK's 2027 economic growth forecast to 1%, citing geopolitical conflicts and inflation. Learn what this means for founders and operators.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
Herefordshire may miss out on UK £2 bus fare cap
Herefordshire’s largest bus operators haven’t committed to the UK government’s £2 bus fare cap, leaving commuters facing higher costs and uncertainty.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
EU Proposes Mandatory Energy and Water Reporting for Data Centers
The EU proposes a rating scheme for data centers to enhance transparency in energy and water consumption. Here’s how it impacts founders and operators.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
Political violence escalates in the U.S., forcing lawmakers to quit
Political violence in the U.S. is escalating, affecting officials and institutions. Founders must understand the risks to security, operations, and stability.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
UK Government Faces Critical Decision Over Palantir’s £330m NHS Contract
Andy Burnham must decide whether to terminate Palantir’s £330m NHS contract by 2027. Political pressure, public petitions, and conflicts of interest complicate the decision.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
Palantir CEO Warns AI Labs May Never IPO, Cites Liability Risks
Palantir CEO Alex Karp suggests frontier AI labs like OpenAI may never go public due to liability risks, proposing nationalization as a potential outcome.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
Emma Waters: The Conservative Architect of U.S. Fertility Policy
Emma Waters, a Heritage Foundation analyst, is influencing U.S. fertility and reproductive technology regulations. Her work has shaped legislation and sparked debate.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
TikTok’s U.S. Arm Joins Lantern to Combat Child Exploitation
TikTok’s U.S. arm joins Lantern, a cross-platform child safety initiative by the Tech Coalition, and commits $2M to modernize NCMEC’s CyberTipline.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
AI border surveillance fails to prevent migrant deaths
An investigation reveals how AI-equipped surveillance towers at the U.S.-Mexico border have failed to prevent hundreds of migrant deaths, despite billion-dollar investments.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
Investigation Maps Nearly 4,000 Migrant Deaths Near Border Surveillance Towers
A 15-month investigation by MIT Technology Review reveals gaps in data, transparency, and surveillance technology at the US-Mexico border.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026
Discord Rolls Out Algorithmic Age Verification for Users
Discord introduces algorithm-based age verification, categorizing users into Adult, Teen, or Unconfirmed groups with minimal disruption. Teen safety restrictions apply.
Tarun Mottlia
Sep 23, 2026