![Big tech poses 'existential threat' to UK journalism, survey finds Big tech poses 'existential threat' to UK journalism, survey finds](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/81697710756_Google.jpg)
Big tech poses 'existential threat' to UK journalism, survey finds
A poll by the News Media Association found 90% of editors believe Google and Meta pose a threat to the news industry.
Thu Nov 02 2023
![Russia fines WhatsApp, Snapchat owner over data storage violations - Agencies Russia fines WhatsApp, Snapchat owner over data storage violations - Agencies](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-07/61658999646_Snapchat.jpg)
Russia fines WhatsApp, Snapchat owner over data storage violations - Agencies
Moscow has clashed with Big Tech over content, censorship, data and local representation in disputes that have escalated.
Thu Jul 28 2022
![Apple hits US$3 trillion in market capitalisation as world's most valuable firm Apple hits US$3 trillion in market capitalisation as world's most valuable firm](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2017-06/51497092487_AppleLogo.jpg)
Apple hits US$3 trillion in market capitalisation as world's most valuable firm
Apple's upcoming iPhone SE 5G has the potential to attract nearly 1.4 billion low-to mid-end Android users.
Tue Jan 04 2022
![New international order of big powers, tech and pharma setups must be avoided - Saifuddin New international order of big powers, tech and pharma setups must be avoided - Saifuddin](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/41639127244_SaifuddinAbdullah.jpg)
New international order of big powers, tech and pharma setups must be avoided - Saifuddin
A new post-pandemic international order that is going to be controlled by big powers, and big tech and pharma setups must be avoided, says Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah.
Fri Dec 10 2021
![Tech 2022 trends: Meatless meat, Web 3.0, Big Tech battles Tech 2022 trends: Meatless meat, Web 3.0, Big Tech battles](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/81638773244_WEB.jpg)
Tech 2022 trends: Meatless meat, Web 3.0, Big Tech battles
Here's a selection of how technology may change lives in the coming year.
Mon Dec 06 2021
![Indonesia mulls media bill seeking fairer share from big tech Indonesia mulls media bill seeking fairer share from big tech](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2019-03/51553085606_Google.jpg)
Indonesia mulls media bill seeking fairer share from big tech
The aim was to ensure fairer revenues for outlets that produce core news and "good journalism".
Tue Nov 23 2021
![YouTube hides 'dislike' counts to discourage attacks YouTube hides 'dislike' counts to discourage attacks](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-11/81636601403_YOUTUBE.jpg)
YouTube hides 'dislike' counts to discourage attacks
The tally of "dislike" clicks on videos will no longer be visible to the public to protect creators from harassment and targeted attacks.
Thu Nov 11 2021
![Senators put YouTube, TikTok, Snap on defensive on kids use Senators put YouTube, TikTok, Snap on defensive on kids use](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-10/71635315149_snapchat.jpg)
Senators put YouTube, TikTok, Snap on defensive on kids use
"The problem is clear: Big Tech preys on children and teens to make more money," Sen. Edward Markey, D-Mass., said
Wed Oct 27 2021
![Remote work goes 'luxury', but many may be left out Remote work goes 'luxury', but many may be left out](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-09/51632196278_VIRTUALTOOL.jpg)
Remote work goes 'luxury', but many may be left out
Big Tech is rolling out premium tools as the work-from-home era looks set to last well beyond the pandemic.
Tue Sep 21 2021
![White House gesa syarikat 'Big Tech' atasi ancaman keselamatan siber White House gesa syarikat 'Big Tech' atasi ancaman keselamatan siber](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-07/51626762760_BIDEN.jpg)
White House gesa syarikat 'Big Tech' atasi ancaman keselamatan siber
Jelas Biden, pihaknya turut menggesa negara-negara G7 untuk mengambil tindakan ke atas negara yang melindungi penjenayah siber ini.
Thu Aug 26 2021
![Exclusive: Facebook rejects talks with Australia publisher, testing world's toughest online law Exclusive: Facebook rejects talks with Australia publisher, testing world's toughest online law](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-11/41604665614_Facebook.jpg)
Exclusive: Facebook rejects talks with Australia publisher, testing world's toughest online law
Australia's competition watchdog is looking into a claim that Facebook Inc refused a publisher's request to negotiate a licensing deal.
Fri Jun 25 2021
![Australia closer to passing watershed Google, Facebook laws Australia closer to passing watershed Google, Facebook laws](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/81614052406_socmed.jpg)
Australia closer to passing watershed Google, Facebook laws
The country is on course to become the first to introduce laws that challenge big technology firms' dominance in the news content market.
Tue Feb 23 2021
![Why the world is watching Australia's tussle with Big Tech Why the world is watching Australia's tussle with Big Tech](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2020-11/41604665614_Facebook.jpg)
Why the world is watching Australia's tussle with Big Tech
Here is a look at what the proposed rules are, why companies such as Facebook object, and what it might mean for users.
Fri Feb 19 2021
![Explainer: Australia's news revenue-sharing law behind battle with Big Tech Explainer: Australia's news revenue-sharing law behind battle with Big Tech](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-02/41613632213_facebook.jpg)
Explainer: Australia's news revenue-sharing law behind battle with Big Tech
Facebook Inc has blocked Australian users from sharing and viewing news content on its popular social media platform.
Thu Feb 18 2021
![Google says it will shut search engine in Australia if forced to pay for news Google says it will shut search engine in Australia if forced to pay for news](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-01/51611282065_google.jpg)
Google says it will shut search engine in Australia if forced to pay for news
Australia is on course to pass laws that would make the Big Tech giants negotiate payments with local publishers and broadcasters for content.
Fri Jan 22 2021