As governments around the world continue searching for ways to tax multinational technology companies, former Maltese Finance Minister Edward Scicluna has expressed skepticism about whether digital taxes are the right solution. The debate over taxing major technology firms such as Google, Meta, Amazon, and Apple has intensified over the past decade as policymakers attempt to …
The future of search is no longer just about ranking on Google. It’s about who controls the data. A growing legal battle in the U.S. could force Google to share its search index, rankings, and even live results with competitors. At first glance, this sounds like a win for competition. But for startups, the implications …
In March 2025, Google agreed to acquire Wiz, a cloud-focused cybersecurity startup, for $32 billion. This acquisition represents Google's largest deal to date, enhancing its security capabilities in the cloud computing sector.
By mid-May 2025, major tech companies, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and CrowdStrike, have collectively cut over 61,000 jobs. These layoffs are driven by slower revenue growth and the rapid integration of AI into business operations.
Amazon announced plans to invest over $100 billion in AI and cloud infrastructure in 2025, focusing on expanding Amazon Web Services (AWS). This move positions AWS as a central player in the evolving AI landscape.
In April 2025, the European Union fined Apple €500 million and Meta €200 million for violating the Digital Markets Act. These penalties represent the first enforcement actions under the new regulation aimed at ensuring fair competition in digital markets.
On April 4, 2025, Microsoft marked its 50th anniversary. Concurrently, the company announced the shutdown of Skype on May 5, 2025, to streamline its focus on Microsoft Teams, reflecting a strategic shift in its communication platforms.
Meta, Amazon, Alphabet (Google), and Microsoft are set to invest a combined $320 billion in AI and data centers in 2025, up from $230 billion in 2024. This significant investment underscores the intensifying competition in AI development and infrastructure expansion.
OpenAI has acquired Jony Ive's startup, io, for $6.5 billion to collaborate on developing new AI-integrated hardware. This partnership aims to create innovative devices that seamlessly blend AI capabilities with cutting-edge design.
At Google I/O 2025, Google introduced Gemini 2.5 Pro, its most advanced AI model to date, featuring a "Deep Think" mode for enhanced reasoning and coding capabilities. This model supports native audio output and improved security, marking a significant step in AI integration across Google's ecosystem.
