Apple’s Software Update Cracks Down More on Ad Tracking
New feature would ask users to allow apps to track their browsing across the web
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Facebook Acknowledges ‘Trust Deficit’ as More Advertisers Boycott
“You try to make a decision and people disagree and maybe that builds that deficit even deeper," a Facebook exec said on a private call with advertisers.
Trump Campaign May Seek Social Media Workaround
The Trump campaign is concerned about Twitter's decision to fact-check President Trump's claims and Facebook's removal of a campaign ad with a Nazi symbol.
Sonos to Cut 12% of Workforce
Sonos' cost-cutting is the latest sign of how the pandemic forced companies to lay off workers.
Travel Startup Sonder Raises $170M Up Round
The company announced it raised $170 million at a $1.3 billion valuation, slightly higher than its financing last year.
Google to Auto-Delete User Data on New Accounts
The announcement follows Google’s update last year, which let users choose to delete their location and activity history after three or 18 months.
Justice Department, States Weighing Apple Antitrust Case
The Justice Department and state prosecutors have been talking to companies who say Apple’s app store rules are unfair.
Brazil Suspends WhatsApp’s Digital Payment Service
It is the latest setback for Facebook, which is trying to offer payment services through WhatsApp in key emerging markets such as Brazil and India.
Dell Reportedly Considering VMware Spinoff
With IT spending still looking uncertain for the second half, Dell is said to be mulling options for its VMware subsidiary.
Facebook Suffers Antitrust Blow in German Court
The ruling will likely influence ongoing antitrust investigations of Facebook and other tech giants in the EU and elsewhere.
DOJ and State AGs Set to Discuss Google Antitrust Case This Week
The two groups need to decide the scope of the case, as well as whether they will pursue joint or separate lawsuits against Google.
Microsoft Launches Cybersecurity Software for Android Devices
The forthcoming product lets Microsoft showcase its cybersecurity research chops while highlighting a perceived shortcoming of a competitor.
Top Tech Execs Blast Trump’s Visa Halt
The responses from executives like Apple's Tim Cook and Alphabet's Sundar Pichai reflect how important immigrants are to the tech industry.
Charter Wants to Charge Streaming Companies
Charter is asking the FCC for permission to get out of a key merger condition two years early so it can negotiate fees with streaming companies.
Bleacher Report CEO Steps Down
The WarnerMedia-owned digital sports site had been under pressure to improve its revenue but complaints about a lack of diversity at the site also played a part in the CEO's departure.
Amazon Commits $2 Billion for Carbon Zero Fund
Bezos said the fund will consider companies at all stages of development, with the focus being on investments that can accelerate the path to zero carbon.
Indonesian Ride-Hailing Startup Gojek Plans Layoffs
Gojek, whose investors include Google, Facebook and PayPal, faces fierce competition from SoftBank-backed Grab in Southeast Asia.
China Renews Crackdown on Live-Streaming Services
The crackdown comes as live streaming has exploded in popularity, especially during the outbreak of Covid-19.
More Than 1,600 Google Employees Ask Company to End Police Contracts
The petition has been circulating inside the company since last week by a group called “Googlers Against Racism.”
Brands Join Growing Facebook Ads Boycott
The boycott is unlikely to result in significant changes by Facebook because most of its ad revenue comes from small businesses rather than large brands.
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