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Apple Sides With Google In Fighting EU’s AI Measures
Legal & Regulation // May 13, 2026

Apple is reportedly opposing Europe’s efforts to require Google to help its AI competition access its services. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our...

Meta’s WhatsApp AI Features Targeted in EU Antitrust Probe
Facebook / Meta // December 04, 2025

European antitrust regulators have launched an investigation into Meta’s artificial intelligence (AI) enhancement to WhatsApp. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

EU Calls for ‘Cutting Red Tape’ for Tech Companies
Cybersecurity // November 19, 2025

The European Union (EU) has released an extensive plan to ease digital regulations. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

OpenAI Tells EU Regulators They Should Facilitate Competition in AI Markets
Artificial Intelligence // October 09, 2025

OpenAI told representatives of the European Commission that the company faces difficulties in competing with “entrenched companies” in digital markets and that regulators should continue to be vigilant to facilitate competition in the markets for artificial intelligence-based services. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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EU Wants More Power to Pursue Social Media Safety

July 12, 2026
European regulators are reportedly granting themselves more authority to police Big Tech’s consumer protection failures. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive […]

Apple Sides With Google In Fighting EU’s AI Measures

May 13, 2026
Apple is reportedly opposing Europe’s efforts to require Google to help its AI competition access its services. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

Meta’s WhatsApp AI Features Targeted in EU Antitrust Probe

December 04, 2025
European antitrust regulators have launched an investigation into Meta’s artificial intelligence (AI) enhancement to WhatsApp. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

EU Calls for ‘Cutting Red Tape’ for Tech Companies

November 19, 2025
The European Union (EU) has released an extensive plan to ease digital regulations. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...