Apple facing first EU fine under landmark law: sources
Apple is set to be fined by the European Union's antitrust regulator under the bloc's landmark rules aimed at curbing the power of Big Tech, making it the first company to be sanctioned. A source with direct knowledge of the matter said on Tuesday. In June, regulators accused the iPhone maker, led by CEO Tim […]
Refortified Vessel reopens after suicide leaps shut NYC landmark for 3 years
Welcome back, Mr. Vessel! Finally, Hudson Yards' iconic vertical sculpture and tourist platform will come to life again on Monday, reopening to the public after more than three years. The gently regulated 16-story stupid building was now safe for everyone and worth the wait. Associated Companies, the developer of Hudson Yards, closed the honeycomb-like structure […]
DOJ may seek Google breakup after landmark antitrust case victory
The Justice Department said it is considering asking a federal judge to order the dismantling of Google's online search monopoly. This is a move that could completely change the entire business model of Big Tech companies. Federal authorities cited forced sale of Google's Chrome browser, Google Play app store, or Android operating system as possible […]
Hospital gets $421m ‘landmark’ verdict after insurer found to underpay claims – The Guardian US
The movement to hold U.S. health insurance companies accountable is most prominent in Louisiana, where a civil court jury recently found that it underpaid insurance to a surgical center that often treats cancer patients. Reached notable legal victory by ordering health insurance company to pay more than $400 million. But on appeal, Louisiana insurer Blue […]
Vance not allowed to campaign in Pittsburgh culinary landmark — despite Harris event at same restaurant chain
Vice presidential candidate Sen. J.D. Vance was kicked out of a meeting with supporters of the Kamala Harris-Tim Walz campaign, even though the restaurant chain had allowed him to meet with supporters. Apparently, he did not visit Pittsburgh's gourmet landmark. A person familiar with the campaign told Fox News Digital that when the vice president's […]
Democrats lash out at ‘misinformed’ Teamsters as union makes landmark non-endorsement
Several Democrats reacted overnight to the news that the Teamsters, led by Executive Director Sean O'Brien, had decided not to endorse the president. “Unfortunately, neither major candidate has been able to seriously promise unions that workers' interests will always come before big business,” O'Brien said in a statement. Rep. Jim McGovern (D-Mass.), who like O'Brien […]
Unregistered Crypto ATMs Lead to Landmark UK Prosecution – PYMNTS.com
UK regulators have charged a London man with operating multiple unlicensed cryptocurrency ATMs. Olumide Osunkoya (45 years old) Unlicensed Machines Allows users to purchase cryptocurrencies or convert money into crypto assets Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) made the announcement on Tuesday (September 10th). According to an FCA news release, Osunkoya processed $3.4 million worth of cryptocurrency […]
Rome could charge entry to historic landmark in latest attempt to tackle overtourism
Visiting Rome's 18th-century fountain will likely cost you more than the coins you toss into the water. Italian authorities are considering allocating time slots for visiting the historic Trevi Fountain to curb tourist overcrowding. According to Reuters, the plans would require people to book the fountain in advance for a specific time and would limit […]
China Convicts Journalists Over ‘Illegal Ideologies’ In Landmark Hong Kong Case
A Hong Kong court on Thursday found two journalists guilty of sedition for their coverage of China's pro-democracy protests, sparking international condemnation, the Associated Press reported. According to the Associated Press, StandNews' former editors-in-chief Cheong Pui-keun and Patrick Lam could face up to two years in prison for publishing articles written by pro-democracy activists and […]
California thieves strike 3 7-Eleven stores in under 20 minutes hours after Gavin Newsom signed ‘landmark’ package to curb smash-and-grab crime
A group of California bicyclists attacked three 7-Eleven stores in less than 20 minutes, just hours after Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom signed a “landmark” bill to crack down on retail theft. On Friday night, about 20 thieves on bicycles targeted convenience stores two miles apart in the Hollywood area. According to NBC Los Angelesciting the […]