Italy hits tech giants Apple and Google with $22.5 million fine for resorting to 'aggressive methods' for commercial purposes
The regulator imposed a $225 million fine on Apple and e-commerce giant Amazon earlier this week for restricting access for certain sellers of Apple products on Amazon.
European countries have cracked down on the business practices of Big Tech in recent years, while the EU is moving forward with legislation to tighten regulation. "Neither Apple nor Google provided clear and immediate information on the acquisition and use of user data for commercial ends," the statement said.
Meanwhile, European Union member states on Thursday agreed their common position on two landmark legislations that could set unprecedented oversight on Big Tech.Regulating big tech companies
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