GermanyA US federal court confirmed that Google has illegally secured two monopolies in the advertising industry, specifically over servers that deliver ads and ad exchanges where ad placements are traded. However, a recent ruling by a US judge indicates that Google does not need to divest any parts of the company, meaning the legal decision likely won’t result in significant consequences for Google. In Norway, the digital minister plans stricter regulations for smart glasses, particularly targeting AI-powered facial recognition technology used in public spaces. This comes after Meta Platforms reportedly tested such features but hasn’t implemented them yet. The Norwegian government aims to prevent potential future expansions by companies like Meta through expert recommendations. Meanwhile, Uber is consolidating office locations and cutting approximately 10% of its workforce, affecting around 3,500 employees, mostly at lower levels.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about legal rulings against Google’s monopolistic practices and discusses regulatory proposals in Norway regarding smart glasses. It provides balanced reporting without overtly favoring one side, using neutral language and citing judicial decisions without sl
