January 20, 02:39 PM • 17502 views
January 20, 07:20 AM • 47307 viewsJanuary 20, 02:39 PM • 17506 viewsThe head of the Center for Public Policy reported that Russians are actively spreading disinformation about Trump's non-existent plan to end the war. Russia is also trying to destabilize the situation in Ukraine through social media.
The ESET expert spoke about the main channels of fake advertising on social networks. Over the past six months, the number of phishing threats has increased by 335%, with more than 100 new fraudulent addresses being discovered every day.
The US President signed a decree to create a state investment fund within 12 months. The fund can be used to acquire TikTok and other national projects.
The Diia app now allows users to report the absence of mobile and Internet connection. The applications will be forwarded to the regulator, which will work with operators to resolve the issues.
Netflix has released a teaser for the second season of Veep, featuring Tyler Galpin in a mental institution. The new season is expected to premiere in August-September 2025, with most of the actors returning to their roles.
38-year-old Salvan Momika, known for burning Korans in Sweden, was shot dead in his apartment in Södertälje. The incident occurred during a live broadcast on TikTok, and police confirmed his death from a gunshot wound.
The Minister of Digital Transformation explained how the agency has changed over the past two years. He also spoke about the implementation of OKR and key challenges on the way to digitalization.
Scott Bessent, the newly appointed US Treasury Secretary, proposes to introduce universal tariffs on imports, starting at 2. 5%. The tariffs are planned to be gradually increased every month to allow businesses to adapt.
Donald Trump confirmed that Microsoft is negotiating the acquisition of the American division of TikTok. The decision on the future of the app should be made within 30 days.
US President Donald Trump is negotiating with potential buyers of TikTok and promises to make a decision within 30 days. Oracle may gain control over data collection and software updates.
The Russian Theater of Estonia has decided to remove the word “Russian” from its name because of Russia's war in Ukraine. The theater plans to focus on Estonian culture and attract Estonian-speaking audiences.
Banks plan to sell most of the debt assets of X (formerly Twitter) at 90-95 cents per dollar. The sale of $3 billion of debt is an attempt to minimize losses from the $44 billion deal with Musk.
The Trump administration has revoked entry permits for 10,000 refugees, including 1,600 Afghans. Among the victims are aides to the U.S. military and relatives of active U.S. military personnel.
Trump announced his readiness to conclude a deal to sell TikTok, where half of it would be owned by the United States. Potential buyers include Elon Musk, Larry Ellison, and other American investors.
Trump demands that 50% of TikTok be transferred to American companies to continue the app's operation in the United States. If China refuses, the president is ready to impose tariffs of up to 100% on Chinese imports.
The President of Ukraine called on Europe to abandon Russian gas and strengthen its energy independence. He also emphasized the importance of the EU's technological development and strengthening the continent's security.
Donald Trump plans to impose new tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada, and threatens to impose 100% tariffs on China's TikTok. The US President announced the use of tariffs as the main instrument of international economic policy.
Donald Trump has signed an executive order to postpone the ban on TikTok in the US for 75 days. The president said he has the right to sell or shut down the app, but the final fate of the platform remains uncertain.
Donald Trump signed an executive order pardoning about 1,600 participants in the January 6, 2021, storming of the Capitol.
Beijing expresses concern about Trump's possible return to the presidency due to his unpredictable policies. China is preparing for potential trade conflicts, despite statements of cooperation.
Facebook, X, YouTube, and other tech companies have joined the EU's updated code of conduct on combating hate speech. The companies pledged to respond to complaints faster and implement automatic tools to detect harmful content.
Social network X has added a new Video tab for US users after the TikTok ban. The company has created a separate section for video content to attract a new audience.
Instagram announced a new free app called Edits for video editing with features like subtitles, filters, and analytics. The launch is planned for February-March 2024, and pre-orders are already available for iOS.
Today is the inauguration of Donald Trump, after which he plans to sign about 100 executive orders. The EU is preparing for potential changes in trade, climate policy, and its position on Ukraine.
Donald Trump is preparing to use emergency powers to increase domestic energy production. The new plan calls for repealing Biden's climate regulations and expanding oil and gas production.
US President-elect Donald Trump addressed his supporters before his inauguration, promising to end the period of decline. He announced stricter immigration controls and confirmed the resumption of TikTok's operations in the US.
Future US President Donald Trump has promised to end the war in Ukraine and prevent World War III. The politician said this at a rally in Washington on January 19, assuring that his team was “close to it.
Chinese social network TikTok has started the process of resuming operations in the United States after reaching agreement with service providers. The company will work with President Trump on a long-term solution to keep the service in the country.
Donald Trump promises to postpone the blocking of TikTok after taking office. He proposes to transfer 50% of the company's ownership to the United States to continue its operations.
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsakhna called on Europe to consider banning TikTok following the example of the United States. According to him, the app is used for disinformation and data collection, which poses a security threat.
