Kelvin Chan

AP Business Writer

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UK Investigates Google's Plan to Revamp Browser

The overhaul of Google's ad data system could leave even less room for rivals.

Apple Tightens App Privacy

A new anti-tracking measure will require apps to clearly ask for users' permission before tracking them.

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New UK Watchdog to Police Tech Giants

A “Digital Markets Unit" will enforce a new code of conduct governing the companies that dominate online advertising.

EU Executive Vice President Margrethe Vestager, left, and Commissioner for Internal Market Thierry Breton during a media conference in Brussels, Nov. 25, 2020.

New Rules Would Give Europeans More Control of Data

The proposed legislation would spell out how normally off-limits data could be shared to help society.

People walk by a Google sign on its campus in Mountain View, Calif., Sept. 24, 2019.

Google Faces UK Scrutiny Over New Advertising Data Revamp

An industry lobbying group said the changes would cement Google's online dominance.

A pedestrian walks across the Millennium Bridge in London, May 11, 2020.

To Help Economy, Bank Proposes Tax on Working from Home

A report says white collar workers able to work from home should be taxed to help those who cannot.

The Huawei Mate 40 Pro smartphone in London, Oct. 21, 2020.

New Huawei Phone Comes at Crucial Time

The Mate 40 arrives just as the company runs out of room to maneuver around U.S. sanctions.

Huawei booth at the PT Expo in Beijing, Oct. 14, 2020.

Sweden Bans Huawei, ZTE from 5G

A top security official called China one of the country's biggest threats.

Traffic in Tokyo, Oct. 12, 2020.

Global Watchdog Proposes Tax Overhaul for Big Tech

The OECD estimates the measures could raise an extra $100 billion in corporate tax revenues annually.

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Uber Wins Court Challenge, Gets London License Back

London officials had declined to renew its operating license over safety concerns involving imposter drivers.

The contact tracing app Stayaway Covid on a cellphone in Lisbon, Sept. 17, 2020.

As Europe Faces 2nd Wave, Virus Tracing Apps Lack Impact

The apps have not been widely adopted due to privacy concerns, technical problems and lack of interest from the public.

Facebook headquarters in Menlo Park, Calif., April 14, 2020.

Facebook May Have to Stop Moving EU User Data to US

A recent court ruling that found some trans-Atlantic data transfers don't protect users from American government snooping.