Meta and Tiktok told to detail curbs on Israel-Hamas disinformation October 19, 2023 The European Union (EU) has ratcheted up its scrutiny of big tech companies – with demands for Meta and TikTok to detail their efforts to curb illegal content and disinformation during the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Hipgnosis announces leadership reshuffle as it gears up for big vote October 19, 2023 The board of Hipgnosis will conduct a "strategic review" as it tries to appease shareholders, set for a continuation vote next week.
Journalist charged in Russia with failing to register as foreign agent October 19, 2023 A Russian-American journalist has been detained in Russia and charged with failing to register as a foreign agent.
Netflix raises prices after subscriptions soar by 9m October 19, 2023 Netflix added 8.8m streaming subscribers in its third quarter, blowing expectations out of the water, as it revealed its latest price hike.
Round Hill Music shareholders approve $469m sale to Concord October 19, 2023 Shareholders of London-listed Round Hill Music have overwhelmingly voted in approval voiced of a $468.8 sale to Alchemy Copyrights.
Ladbible owner LBG expands in US market with $54m deal October 18, 2023 LBG Media, owner of popular digital entertainment channel Ladbible, has bought a US-based company for $54m as it expands its presence across the Atlantic.
Royal Mail delivery disasters continue amid reports of delays and lost letters October 18, 2023 Ofcom could fine Royal Mail after it failed to deliver on postal targets across the whole of the UK this summer.
Musk’s X to test $1 annual subscription for basic features October 18, 2023 Social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, said on Tuesday it will test a new subscription model under which it will charge $1 annual fee for basic features.
Taylor Swift film dominates box office with £6m opening weekend October 16, 2023 Taylor Swift has smashed more records with the opening of her 'Eras Tour' concert film, raking in £5.7m at the UK and Ireland’s box office.
Telegraph sale continues as Barclay family bids higher October 16, 2023 Lloyds Banking Group has reportedly turned down an increased offer for the Telegraph newspaper and Spectator magazine from its former owner, and is pressing on with the auction.