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Tech giants Microsoft and Apple step down from OpenAI board amid regulatory scrutiny

OpenAI’s largest investor Microsoft relinquishes its observer role while Apple which had been set to join board will not be taking up its seat in an unexpected twist

EU serves Temu, Shein with notice to submit child protection info, among others

Commission orders Chinese-founded platforms to state adherence to Digital Services Act

EU Commission launches probe into Meta for alleged Digital Services Act breaches

Suspected infringements covered Facebook and Instagram parent company’s policies, practices linked to deceptive advertising, political content

EU wants assessment of TikTok Lite’s risks to minors, mental health

TikTok has 24 hours to provide the European Commission a risk assessment on the potential impact on children and users' mental health with the launch of its new Lite app in France and Spain

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Petronas staff to be shown the door to make up losses from Petros deal?

Source claims national O&G firm is expected to see 30% revenue loss once agreed formula for natural gas distribution in Sarawak is implemented

Apad confirms inDrive licence revoked effective July 24, but company can appeal

Russian-based company can file appeal through the agency for the Transport Ministry's consideration

DoSM estimates Malaysia’s population to be 34.1 mil in 2024

Three states with the highest population are Selangor, Johor, Sabah