Google wins appeal against $1.7 billion EU fine for ‘abusive’ advertising practices

The amount of fines Google has to pay in Europe may have decreased slightly. It has successfully convinced the EU’s General Court to cancel a €1.5 billion ($1.7 billion) fine imposed against it in 2019 for what the European Commission described as “abusive behaviour in online advertising.” According to the Financial Times, the General Court … Read more

Lionsgate signs a deal with the devil (an AI startup)

Remember when the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and SAG-AFTRA went on strike for months, primarily to get protection against AI? Well, while they did put some conditions in place, that’s still not stopping AI from coming to Hollywood. Lionsgate, the studio behind the John Wick and Hunger Games franchises, has struck a deal with … Read more

Microsoft says Russian troll farms are targeting the Harris-Walz campaign

Kremlin-linked Russian troll farms have been running misinformation campaigns aimed at interfering with this year’s US presidential elections, and according to Microsoft, they are focusing their attention on discrediting Kamala Harris and Tim Walz. The company has published a new report detailing the activities of two troll farms being monitored by the Microsoft Threat Analysis … Read more

X is temporarily back online for some people in Brazil

X is back online for many in Brazil, more than two weeks after the service was blocked in the country. However, this change has not happened because the Brazilian government has changed its stance on the Elon Musk-owned platform. Instead, it seems that X has started using Cloudflare’s DNS service, which is helping the social … Read more

FAQs About Business Loans for Entrepreneurs

Introduction For many entrepreneurs, securing a business loan represents one of the first action steps in turning ideas into reality or fueling company growth. However, businesses are sometimes confused by the ins and outs surrounding business loans. Therefore, this comprehensive FAQ guide will clear up the most common questions about business loans and more to … Read more

Pros and Cons of Taking an Online Loan

Introduction In the modern digital age, online loans have become one of the most preferred options instead of the traditional bank loan. Being easily accessible and convenient, along with faster processing, these loans appeal to borrowers in dire need of instant financial aid. However, just like any other financial product, online loans also have benefits … Read more

Understanding the Role of Co-Applicants in Loans

Introduction Understanding the Role of Co-Applicants in Loans A co-applicant is often required to be included with the borrower in a loan application. A co-applicant is an individual who agrees to assume the responsibility of repaying the loan with the primary borrower. This can influence the approval process, the terms of the loan, and the … Read more