EU to Open Bidding for AI Gigafactories in Early 2026

Irish authorities have been formally requested to investigate Microsoft due to allegations of unlawful data processing by the Israeli Defense Forces, following revelations of Israel's mass surveillance of Palestinians utilizing Microsoft cloud services.

The European Union has initiated an antitrust investigation into WhatsApp's artificial intelligence policies, focusing on potential market manipulation and competitive practices. This inquiry reflects ongoing regulatory scrutiny of major tech companies and their influence in the digital landscape.

The European Union is conducting a probe into Elon Musk's platform, X, as part of its efforts to finalize regulatory measures before the year's end. This investigation highlights the EU's ongoing scrutiny of major digital platforms and their compliance with European regulations.

Meta Platforms Inc. faces the risk of a temporary ban from the European Union regarding its new AI policies for WhatsApp, following an investigation into the company's market practices. This scrutiny is part of a broader examination of Big Tech's influence in Europe, raising concerns about compliance with regulatory standards.

Google has introduced its Gemini 3 AI model, achieving a significant increase in user trust, scoring 69% in blinded testing, compared to just 16% for its predecessor, Gemini 2.5. This evaluation, conducted by Prolific, emphasizes real-world trust over traditional academic benchmarks, highlighting the model's practical effectiveness.

Bitcoin has rebounded to a two-week high, reflecting a cautious recovery in the digital-assets market following a significant selloff that began in early October. Concurrently, the European Union has finalized a deal to accelerate the phase-out of Russian gas, impacting energy markets. Inditex, the parent company of Zara, reported a rise in November sales, indicating strong consumer spending resilience.