Apple's App Store Broke Competition Laws, Says Dutch Watchdog

Apple on Friday was yet again accused of breaking competition laws. Netherlands' top competition regulator has ordered changes to the iPhone maker's App Store payment policies.

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Russian court fines Alphabet's Google and Meta Platforms

Moscow has increased pressure on big tech this year in a campaign that critics characterise as an attempt by the Russian authorities to exert tighter control over the internet, something they say threatens individual and corporate freedom.

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iQoo 9, iQoo 9 Pro Launch Date Set for January 5, Leaked Poster Shows; Triple Rear Cameras Teased

iQoo 9, iQoo 9 Pro launch in China is scheduled for January 5, according to a leaked poster. The Vivo sub-brand also shared an image showing the back half of the smartphone. Separately, a tipster shared some images of the iQoo 9 series that is said to include iQoo 9 and iQoo 9 Pro.

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Apple's App Store broke competition laws, Dutch watchdog says

Apple's practice of requiring app developers to use its in-app payment system and pay commissions of 15% to 30% on digital goods purchases has come under scrutiny from regulators and lawmakers around the world.

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Microsoft will not participate physically at CES

Microsoft joins other firms including General Motors Co and Alphabet Inc's Google that will not attend CES in person in Las Vegas in early January due to rising Covid-19 infections sparked by the fast-spreading Omicron variant.

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James Webb Space Telescope to Launch Today: When, How to Watch Live

NASA's largest space telescope launch countdown has begun. The James Webb Space Telescope will be launched today on Christmas Day, December 25, and space enthusiasts can watch all the action live.

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GM, Google, others join retreat from CES over rising Covid-19 cases

CES officials said the event will still be held in person from Jan. 5-8 with "strong safety measures in place," including vaccination requirements, masking and availability of Covid-19 tests.

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