It's issue #228 of DNT Weekly and as per usual the week has been eventful. Here's what we've been reading of late.
EU sanctions Indian tech outfit that has partnered with New Delhi's IT Ministry. Si2 Microsystems was tapped for silicon photonics expertise, but has Russian ties that worry Washington and Brussels - Read more about it here.
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Destined for Clicks: YouTube Is Driving an Astrology Boom in Pakistan
Pakistanis are looking for certainty. Astrologers on YouTube want to help.
Facebook Owner Bans Russian State Media Networks
Facebook owner Meta says it is banning several Russian state media networks, alleging they use deceptive tactics to conduct influence operations and avoid detection on its platforms.
We Might All Be Better Off Without Social Media
Traditional media does not always call it right, but unregulated online news threatens democracy itself.
USA Can’t Ban TikTok for Security Reasons While Ignoring Temu, Other Apps, TikTok Argues
TikTok's survival in the US may depend on an appeals court ruling this December.
TikTok Just Had the Most Important Two Hours of Its Life
Who really controls TikTok’s magical algorithm — the US-based company that runs the app or its Chinese parent, ByteDance? That’s the question that bedeviled a trio of federal judges on Monday charged with deciding whether to allow the implementation of a law that could ultimately result in TikTok being banned for all Americans.
TikTok Says Us Ban Would Have ‘Staggering’ Impact on Free Speech
TikTok argued in court on Monday that a US law - which would see it banned unless it is sold by ByteDance - would have a “staggering” impact on the free speech of its US users.
Amazon Kills Remote Working, Tells Workers to Be in Office 5 Days a Week
Hot-desking is out, assigned floor plans are in.
Why This Massive Rail Company Believes Hydrogen Could Be the Future of Train Travel
Wabtec is developing a freight engine that can be powered by hydrogen and diesel, which would be an important step in reducing emissions.
Reddit CEO Hints That Subreddit Paywalls Are on the Way
All free things must come to an end.
South Australia premier says proposed laws would see platforms hit with ‘severe’ penalties for allowing under 14s to create accounts.
Honorary mentions
How InstaDeep Became Africa’s Biggest AI Startup Success
iOS 18 New Home Screen Features Are a Long-Awaited Win for Flexibility
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