Apple and Google have ‘effective duopoly’ in UK says regulator

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Techme101

The tech giants both expressed concern at the rulings, but said they will co-operate with investigations.

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Instagram adds new protections for accounts that primarily feature children

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Techme101

The update will impact the accounts of family vloggers/creators and parents running accounts for “kidfluencers,” both of which have faced criticism for the risks associated with sharing children’s lives on social media.

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NetZeroNitrogen wants bacteria to replace synthetic fertilizer on farm fields

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Techme101

NetZeroNitrogen’s bacteria approach has attracted investors and $6.6 million in seed funding.

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The Great Crypto Re-Banking Has Begun

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Techme101

For years, crypto firms complained about being “debanked” in the US. Under the Trump administration, a group of fintechs is rolling out the red carpet.

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It Looks Like the Tesla Model Y Refresh Has Bombed

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Techme101

The high-selling Model Y is crucial for both Elon Musk and Tesla, but a half-hearted reskin of the car hasn’t reversed the company’s sales woes. Would a complete overhaul have been a better bet?

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UK ramps up scrutiny of Apple and Google in push for mobile services changes

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Techme101

The U.K.’s Competition and Markets authority proposed designating Apple and Google as having “strategic market status.”

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Silicon Valley AI Startups Are Embracing China’s Controversial ‘996’ Work Schedule

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Techme101

In an industry once known for cushy perks, some founders are now asking staff to commit to a 72-hour weekly schedule. You’re either in or you’re out.

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Gupshup raises $60M in equity and debt, leaves unicorn status hanging

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Techme101

Gupshup has raised over $60 million in a new round over four years after attaining the unicorn status.

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PayPal taps wallets from China and India to make cross-border payments easier for 2 billion people

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Techme101

PayPal is partnering with global fintech companies to let users pay to different wallet systems cross border.

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Microsoft servers hacked by Chinese groups, firm says

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Techme101

The US tech giant is recommending some users install security updates after the data breach.

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