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The U.S. Department of Justice is currently pursuing an antitrust case against Google, alleging the company maintains a monopoly in digital advertising. The trial, which began on September 9, 2024, could lead to significant changes in Google's advertising business, including potential divestitures of key assets. The case is expected to last several weeks.
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A recent survey by Starling Bank reveals that 28% of UK adults have been targeted by AI voice cloning scams in the past year. Alarmingly, 46% of respondents were unaware such scams exist, highlighting a significant vulnerability as fraudsters exploit social media to replicate voices for financial fraud.
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A Texas federal judge has blocked the FTC's rule banning noncompete agreements, which was set to take effect on September 4, 2024. This ruling is a significant win for employers and raises questions about the FTC's regulatory authority over agreements affecting around 30 million U.S. workers.
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Aldi UK has announced plans for significant expansion, including 23 new stores and a £800 million investment, despite a slowdown in sales growth to 0.5% in 2024. The budget retailer faces stiff competition from rivals like Tesco and Sainsbury's, which have implemented price-matching strategies to regain customers.
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Greenpeace activists blocked Unilever's London headquarters, demanding the company phase out single-use plastics. This protest highlights growing tensions between environmental groups and corporations over plastic pollution, particularly regarding Unilever's use of plastic sachets, which are difficult to recycle.
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Keurig Dr Pepper has agreed to pay a $1.5 million fine after the SEC found it misled investors about the recyclability of its K-Cup pods. The company failed to disclose concerns from major recycling firms regarding the feasibility of recycling these products, raising questions about its environmental claims.