#regulations

#regulations

The recent update to Steamworks Documentation has led to vast numbers of extreme adult games being delisted from Steam, raising many questions about content regulation.

Local councillor Rachel Chernos Lin expressed concern over the removal of a protected tree without a permit, stating, "They are gaming the system" in reference to the developer's actions.

Many candidates were unable to complete the online football agent exam due to technical difficulties, leading to complaints and an inability to accurately assess their performance.

A Freedom of Information request revealed that 1,322 vapes worth approximately £6,000 were seized from Bromley stores from 2022 to January 2025.

"The reason we haven't grown as much in Europe as we have in the US - and everybody is in the same boat - is because of complexity, regulation, environmental impact assessments," Walsh told the keynote audience at the recent Datacloud Global Congress in Cannes.

Monzo's financial crime controls were so inadequate that customers registered with implausible addresses, such as Buckingham Palace and 10 Downing Street, without detection.

The first obligations of the AI Act will take effect in August 2025, with a step-by-step implementation allowing time for companies to adapt to new regulations.

Cannes city councillors voted to introduce new limits on cruise ships in the city's ports, allowing only ships with fewer than 1,000 passengers starting January 1.

When you buy treats or dog food of any kind, you turn around the package to see what the protein and fat content is, or what kind of oddball ingredients may be in it. And it is so confusing and not regulated in any way.

"Small business owners are deeply concerned at this regulatory expansion. It will force those who don't already use reporting software from big providers to adopt new systems and shoulder the cost and upheaval."

Under Biden, HUD's mortgagee letters reflect a significant regulatory focus on fair housing and appraisals, indicating ongoing enforcement actions that highlight legal risks in these areas.

Bangladesh Bank has simplified foreign media ad payments, allowing local spenders to pay through agencies without additional central bank approval, streamlining operations for marketing firms.

In 1652, New Amsterdam passed what may be North America's first speed limit, reflecting early recognition of the dangers of speed in dense urban environments.

In a heavily regulated landscape, trust has become the most valuable asset a financial brand can own.

"Failing to prevent underage gambling, unfair or misleading games, and inadequate anti-money laundering practices can easily lead to an online casino losing its license."

PayPal's new credit card aims to enhance in-store transactions, shifting its strategy from solely online to include physical retail.

Formula 1 has announced its official 2026 race schedule, including the introduction of a grand prix in Madrid and the exclusion of the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.

Although sustainability is becoming a top priority for businesses, relatively few are looking to their IT department as a driving force for environmental change.

The UK was a pioneer in online gambling regulations, introducing strict oversight early on to ensure player safety and establish a trustworthy gaming environment.

Verizon argues that the 60-day phone unlocking rule benefits fraudsters, calling it an outdated regulation that hinders competitive practices and affordability.

Around 45 unlabelled tubs of suspected shisha tobacco were seized from Cafe Diana during a late-night raid, highlighting concerns over illegal tobacco sales.

"More than $93,000 of the final price of a new home is due to government regulations. We are concerned this will reduce competition and increase costs for borrowers."

It's clear we don't have anywhere near enough charging infrastructure and insufficient technological advances in heavy-duty vehicles to meet current goals.

The TSA has updated its guidance prohibiting portable battery chargers in checked luggage due to safety concerns, advising travelers to only pack them in carry-on bags.

Selling beer here in Virginia requires us to have marketing out there, to get people to understand our brands, to understand what we're doing and what we're making, and it's so much harder to do that in a foreign market.

It's unclear how Sweet was recruited to DOGE, but a public GitHub account indicates that he was working on this issue even before he joined Musk's demolition crew.