Orange to delist shares from NYSE
Orange outlined plans to voluntarily delist its shares from the New York Stock Exchange and deregister with US Securities and Exchange Commission, with the process commencing in Q4 2024.
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Apple, Google lose multi-billion dollar EU court battles
Europe’s top court upheld a ruling ordering Apple to repay €13 billion in taxes to Ireland and threw out Google’s appeal over a $2.4 billion fine, marking major wins for the EU in an escalating battle with big technology companies.
Indonesians adjust career plans to meet stricter UK visa rules
Indonesians and other foreign nationals are looking with hope to Starmer's Labour government for potential easing of a new set of stringent visa rules designed by the previous Conservative administration that has left them with fewer options in a narrower jobs market.
Analysis: Can AI-native gadgets replace the smartphone?
A new type of consumer gadget is dividing opinions, with industry watchers questioning if simple, screenless AI-powered devices could eventually replace the smartphone.
Government targets local investors for Ethio Telecom stake
The Ethiopian government reportedly halted a process to potentially offload a 45 per cent stake in Ethio Telecom to foreign bidders, as local investors begin to show a bigger appetite, Bloomberg reported.
AI giants to face heat from US regulators
The US Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission reportedly plan to launch antitrust investigations into the perceived dominance of Microsoft, Nvidia and OpenAI in the AI segment, with the agencies agreeing to divide responsibilities in probing the three companies.
Nothing unveils limited edition smartphone
Challenger device brand Nothing unveiled a limited edition variant to the Phone (2a) it launched in March, touting a slimmer form factor and multicolour design to its back cover.
Industry giants form 5G-focused Ghana JV
Reliance Industries-owned Radisys, Tech Mahindra and Nokia partnered with the Ghanaian government and local entities to form a telecoms infrastructure JV designed to introduce affordable 5G services to the country.
Developer takes aim at teen online risks
Avanti Sharma, a software developer and internet safety advocate, argued more measures need to be put in place to encourage a secure online world, as she detailed plans to launch a pair of tools for apps designed to curb impersonations and reduce exposure to harmful content.
Airtel taps Google Cloud to power AI in India
Bharti Airtel struck a long-term partnership with Google Cloud to provide cloud solutions and generative AI services to more than 1 million Indian enterprises.
Axiata, Sinar Mas edge closer to Indonesia deal
Malaysia-based Axiata Group reportedly moved closer towards combining its Indonesian operation XL Axiata with local carrier Smartfren, owned by conglomerate Sinar Mas, in deal that could worth $3.5 billion.
Analysis: What is driving Industry 4.0 momentum in APAC?
Rising labour costs in the West and increasing global demand for new technology is helping Asia-Pacific become a hub for intelligent manufacturing, but what is the landscape really like? Hana Anandira explores.
Analysis: Rural is key to closing India gender digital divide
The GSMA Mobile Gender Gap 2023 report identified India as a country with the widest gender-based online divide. Hana Anandira spoke to Nadia Jeffrie from Connected Women to investigate structural challenges causing the issue.
EC hits Apple, Alphabet, Meta with DMA probes
The European Commission opened investigations into Apple, Alphabet and Meta Platforms over alleged unfair market practices, outlining concerns the three technology giants fell short of conforming with its Digital Markets Act.
United Nations adopts global AI resolution
The United Nations (UN) General Assembly adopted a draft resolution designed to ensure the use and development of AI align with human rights values, a step it hopes will prevent fragmentation of ethical frameworks governing the technology.
Telkom South Africa tower sale moves forward
Telkom South Africa reportedly progressed its proposed sale of tower business Swiftnet, as Bloomberg reported infrastructure-focused investment company Actis is in line to make an acquisition worth more than $330 miilion.
Europe on the brink of adopting landmark AI laws
The European Parliament approved provisional AI legislation intended to prevent exploitation of the technology and protect fundamental rights, as the continent edges closer to adopting rules as law.
Google opens first Asia-Pacific cyber hub in Japan
Google reportedly opened a cybersecurity hub in Japan focused on promoting research around countering online attacks, in an apparent response to increasing threats from neighbouring countries.
Who is really responsible for ethical AI?
As regulators and ethics-focused experts continue to put pressure on how Big Tech train their AI
models, Hana Anandira asked researchers in the field if there is a way to look at ethical AI beyond
the policymaking narrative.
Vodafone closes Ghana unit sale
Vodafone Group completed the sale of its 70 per cent stake in its Ghana division to Africa-focused provider Telecel Group, after receiving final regulatory approval.
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