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Microsoft says Google is running 'shadow campaigns' in Europe to influence regulators

Microsoft suggested Google has a pattern of funding organizations with the mission of discrediting the software company with regulators.

Business - CNBC - October 28

Presidential Betting Markets Are a Real-Time Experiment for Regulators—and It Could End Poorly

Billions have been wagered on the presidential election on platforms such as Kalshi and Polymarket. The bets are comically bullish on Trump. Are gamblers about to lose a bunch of money?

Business - Inc. - October 30

Regulator Sues Singtel's Optus Over Alleged Misconduct Involving Vulnerable Consumers

Australia’s competition watchdog has filed proceedings against Singtel’s subsidiary, Optus Mobile, alleging what it called “unconscionable” conduct in dealings with some consumers.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31

Middlesex urged to undertake review of culture and behaviour by Cricket Regulator

Review group highlights ‘issues of concern’ at club Chief executive says governance is ‘in good shape’ Middlesex County Cricket Club should undertake a formal review of its culture, governance ...

World - The Guardian - October 31

Serial sperm donors capitalize on lack of regulation, creating risks

Some people conceived by sperm donors are pushing for regulation, citing the risks to society caused by extremely prolific donors.

FCC regulator claims Harris appearance on SNL violates ‘equal time’ rule

But a spokesperson says ‘the FCC has not made any determination regarding political programming rules’. A US government communications regulator has claimed that Vice-President Kamala Harris’s ...

World - The Guardian - 6 days ago

US regulator rejects bid to boost nuclear power to Amazon data center

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) rejected an effort Friday to allow an Amazon data center to tap into additional power from a nearby Pennsylvania nuclear plant. The decision could ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Nuclear-Power Companies Hit by U.S. Regulator's Rejection of Amazon-Talen Deal

Talen said it believed FERC had erred and was evaluating its options. The company can still restructure its expanded deal with Amazon, according to Oppenheimer analysts.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 5 days ago

UK regulator paves way for £16.5bn Vodafone-Three merger

CMA signals support for deal as long as companies commit to delivering joint network plan and retaining certain mobile tariffs

Business - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Price and 5G promises needed for Vodafone-Three merger, says regulator

It wants commitments on prices and 5G if the creation of the UK's biggest mobile network is to go ahead.

How election could affect fossil fuel, climate regulations

{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story High stakes election is underway Today is Election Day. Voters are taking the future of the country — including its energy policy ...

Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago

Bank stocks jump almost 12% as traders bet on less regulation in a Trump presidency

A handful of well-known bank names jumped as traders ready for a second Trump term.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

UK ‘falling behind’ on sewage pollution regulation while EU tightens rules

EU member states agree to update urban waste water treatment directive. The UK is falling further behind on sewage pollution regulation as the EU tightens its rules to clean up Europe’s waterways, ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

South Korea fights deepfake porn with tougher punishment and regulation

South Korea has announced a package of steps to curb a surge in deepfake porn

World - ABC News - 3 days ago

Wall Street rejoices as the bell tolls for Biden-era regulation

Bankers, private equity executives and money managers anticipate change in personnel and tone

World - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Trump eyes Burgum as new ‘energy tsar’ to slash regulations

Role would have sweeping power over environmental agencies and rules in an attempt to boost fossil fuels

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

'I'm not a cheater' - Pogba on doping ban

Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba says he is "not a cheater" but accepts responsibility for the failed doping test that led to a ban.

Disposable vapes to be banned from June

Ministers say the Tobacco and Vapes Bill is intended to prevent environmental damage and protect children's health.

Disposable vapes to be banned in England and Wales

Ministers vow to end ‘throwaway culture’ after e-cigarettes soar in popularity among young people

Business - Financial Times - October 24

What Are the Implications of Israel Banning UNRWA?

Humanitarian agencies fear the new Israeli laws could have catastrophic effects for Gazans. They are already drawing sharp criticism from Israel’s allies.

World - The New York Times - October 30

Wisconsin rejects ban on noncitizen voting

Voters in Wisconsin rejected a ballot measure amending the state’s constitution to explicitly prohibit foreign nationals from voting in any election in the state. The ballot measure was part of a ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Social media must do more to tackle payment fraud, says UK regulator

Ministers urged to consider levy on tech groups to compensate victims of online scams

Business - Financial Times - October 14

Musk's SpaceX Sues California Regulator, Alleging Political Bias Over Rocket Launches

The suit, filed Tuesday in California’s central district, marks the billionaire’s latest volley in a long-running feud with the Golden State.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 16

Youngest female to climb 14 tallest peaks says novice climbers should be regulated

A British mountaineer who set the record as the youngest female to climb all the 14 tallest mountains in the world says inexperienced climbers should not be allowed to climb the highest peaks ...

World - ABC News - October 17

UK regulator warns of big fines, service suspensions for tech giants ahead of new safety rules

Technology giants could face "significant" fines if they don't comply with the U.K.'s internet safety regulations, the British media regulator Ofcom warned Thursday.

Business - CNBC - October 17

Robinhood rolls out high-risk margin trading in the UK after getting regulator nod

Robinhood said Monday that it's rolling out margin investing — or the ability for investors to borrow cash to augment their trades — in the U.K.

Business - CNBC - October 21

There are still banks prone to the runs that brought down SVB and Credit Suisse, regulators warn

The Financial Stability Board, an international body of global regulators, delved into the issues that brought about the collapse of Credit Suisse, the failure of SVB, Signature and First Republic, ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 23

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