
WhatsApp, a subsidiary of Meta, has secured significant backing from the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) in a key procedural stage of its dispute over a major data protection fine under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The ruling does not resolve the substance of the case
Read more: CJEU backs WhatsApp in European regulatory dispute

Russia’s telecommunications regulator, Roskomnadzor, has announced new restrictions targeting several digital messaging services, including Telegram. Authorities argue that certain platforms are not fully complying with national laws related to data protection, content moderation, and the prevention
Read more: Roskomnadzor tightens digital oversight on Telegram

ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, is reportedly moving forward with the development of its own artificial intelligence chip as part of a broader strategy to secure access to high-performance processors. The move reflects increasing pressure on major technology firms to reduce reliance on external
Read more: ByteDance develops proprietary chip for artificial intelligence

China has taken a significant step forward in its ambitious crewed lunar exploration program after successfully completing key tests of its next-generation launch vehicle and the Mengzhou spacecraft capsule. According to official information, the Long March 10 rocket conducted low-altitude test flights
Read more: China advances toward crewed lunar mission before 2030

Riot Games has announced a significant round of layoffs while continuing development on 2XKO, its highly anticipated fighting game, a move that once again highlights the ongoing restructuring across the video game industry. The workforce reduction comes at a critical stage of the project, as 2XKO remains
Read more: Riot Games cuts staff as development of 2XKO continues

The portable gaming industry took a bold step forward with the unveiling of a new Windows-based handheld from Ayaneo, a device that challenges traditional ideas of portability by prioritizing raw power and performance. The new model stands out for its unusually large size compared to typical handheld
Read more: Ayaneo pushes limits with oversized Windows-powered gaming handheld

Italy said it has successfully repelled several cyberattacks targeting facilities of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as well as infrastructure linked to the Milan–Cortina Winter Olympic Games. The attempts were detected and neutralized by national cybersecurity systems, according to Italian authorities. Foreign
Read more: Italy Repels Cyberattacks Targeting Foreign Ministry and Winter Olympics Infrastructure

The United Kingdom announced plans to accelerate the construction of modern nuclear reactors after presenting a new regulatory framework aimed at streamlining planning and approval processes. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to strengthen energy security and meet the country’s climate
Read more: Britain Moves to Accelerate Construction of Advanced Nuclear Reactors

China, the world’s largest automotive market, has announced a significant regulatory change affecting vehicle design standards. The new rules focus on retractable door handles, a feature that has become increasingly common in modern electric and high-end vehicles. According to the Ministry of Industry and
Read more: China tightens vehicle safety rules targeting retractable door handles
