All news on the topic: Regulation

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Binance to halt EU services from July 1 after failing to secure MiCA licence
Binance has informed its EU users that it will halt services from next week after failing to secure the necessary licence to operate in the region, marking a major blow for the world’s largest crypto exchange.
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UK chatbot ban risks missing deeper dangers of addictive AI design
Restricting access to certain AI features by age could fail to address deeper issues like addictive design patterns, emotional reliance, and the risks posed by smaller, less-regulated apps.
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Streeting tells Starmer to make X pay for riot damage after Belfast unrest
Wes Streeting has called for Keir Starmer to take urgent action against X and other online platforms that have contributed to escalating social tensions, suggesting they should be required to help cover rebuilding costs following the riots in Belfast.
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"Perfect storm" warning as UK elections face surge in misleading political adverts and razor-thin results
The UK is heading for a ‘perfect storm’ scenario due to a lack of regulation in political advertising in the era of AI fakes, and a five-party system with increasingly marginal electoral contests, according to a new report.
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Italy fines Shein €1 million for false claims about “eco‑friendly” clothing
Chinese fast fashion retailer penalised month after €40m fine from French regulator in July
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Nicotine pouches sold in sweet flavours are being openly marketed to under-18s
Shops are legally selling addictive nicotine pouches to children just weeks after single-use vapes were banned in an effort to reduce their use among young people, Trading Standards has warned.
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Santander to acquire TSB for £2.65 bn — third change of ownership in 12 years
Purchase would be third major ownership shake-up for high street lender in 12 years