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๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

End of Exceptions: Almost Everyone Must Report Revenue in eKasa

Slovakia's new law requires almost all sellers, including small vendors and service providers, to report their revenues electronically under the eKasa system, effective January.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

37 International Organizations Leave Gaza: This Way the Humanitarian Crisis Deepens in the Sector

The departure of 37 international organizations from Gaza, including critical providers of medical and food aid, exacerbates the already dire humanitarian situation affecting over two million Palestinians.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Government Finally Grants Google 'High-Precision Map Export' Permission... Naver and Kakao to Face Inevitable Damage

The South Korean government has granted Google permission to export high-precision maps, raising concerns about the impact on domestic map service providers Naver and Kakao.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

More Expensive Insurance: Who to Blame?

The insurance sector in Mexico has been grappling with rising costs, particularly in medical expenses, impacting the balance between service providers and insured individuals.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Violence 'Paralyzes' Jalisco: Walmart and Honda Adjust Operations; Megacable and AT&T Handle Call Center

Escalating violence in Jalisco, following the death of drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, has led companies like Honda and Michelin to alter their operations for safety, while service providers have closed customer service centers in the region.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Meal vouchers and food: new rules come into effect for previously protected companies; see what changes

New regulations for meal and food vouchers in Brazil have been implemented, broadening coverage to more workers and increasing transparency and competition among service providers.

Feb 25 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Britain's 'worst' broadband confirmed - where does your provider rank on the list?

A recent report by UK regulator Ofcom ranks major broadband providers based on customer complaints, revealing TalkTalk, Vodafone, and EE as the poorest performers.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Isojoki was outraged when the welfare area took away the local doctor โ€“ made a decision that few municipalities can afford

The municipality of Isojoki in Finland has launched a unique two-year pilot project to provide local healthcare services by contracting with private providers due to inadequate public offerings.

Feb 24 โ€ข 08:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Cashback for Travel: First Vacation, Then Money Back

Travel cashback offers allow customers to receive money back after booking vacations, raising concerns for travel agencies and providers.

Feb 24 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Alternative Service Providers: How to Break Free from Google, PayPal, and WhatsApp

The Chaos Computer Club is promoting alternatives to major American tech companies through events aimed at ensuring digital independence.

Feb 24 โ€ข 05:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Alternative service providers: How to break free from Google, Paypal, and Whatsapp

The Chaos Computer Club aims to promote alternative digital services and reduce reliance on major American tech companies like Google, Paypal, and Whatsapp through events and awareness campaigns.

Feb 24 โ€ข 05:26 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

East Africa: Comesa Probes Meta Over Whatsapp Ai Restrictions

The COMESA Competition and Consumer Commission is investigating Meta for allegedly abusing its dominant position by restricting access to the WhatsApp Business API for AI service providers.

Feb 23 โ€ข 19:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Over 11 million PLN fine for the courier company DPD. "There has been a serious violation of GDPR regulations"

The Polish courier company DPD has been fined over 11 million PLN for failing to comply with GDPR by not securing necessary data processing agreements with external transport providers during package deliveries.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

The Language Inspection Received About 60 Complaints in Two Months Regarding Foreigners Who Do Not Speak Lithuanian

Lithuania's Language Inspection reports receiving around 60 complaints in two months about service providers who do not speak Lithuanian, emphasizing the need for public involvement.

Feb 23 โ€ข 06:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Check if YOU are due compensation from your energy, water or broadband supplier

Consumers may be entitled to automatic compensation from utility providers if service standards are not met, but the process can be complicated.

Feb 22 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
Life & Tech

Digital Economy Podcast: Beware of Questionable AI Training Programs

The article discusses the rise of dubious AI training programs in response to growing demand for expertise in artificial intelligence, cautioning individuals to carefully evaluate providers.

Feb 21 โ€ข 07:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Trio Arrested Suspected of Posing as Service Providers to Steal Elderly People's Cards in Interior SP

Three individuals were arrested in Bauru, Brazil, suspected of being part of a criminal group that stole bank cards from elderly residents by posing as service providers.

Feb 19 โ€ข 22:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Dollars from the Mattress: The Government Opens the Door to Brokerage Firms and Crypto Platforms

The Argentine government has authorized brokerage firms and crypto asset service providers to accept previously informal dollars, stocks, bonds, and tokens under a simplified tax regime.

Feb 19 โ€ข 21:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Storage providers sound the alarm: Is the big hangover coming after the battery tsunami?

Major energy companies in Germany are raising concerns over potential multi-billion euro investments being jeopardized due to new regulatory measures regarding battery storage costs.

Feb 19 โ€ข 15:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Ditch a pricey broadband contract and Virgin Media could pay you ยฃ250 to switch

Virgin Media is offering UK customers up to ยฃ250 for switching broadband providers as a way to attract those looking for better deals and to capitalize on consumers out of contract.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Nurseries banned from charging parents sneaky fees for rent, bills and toys

Childcare providers in England are prohibited from imposing hidden fees on parents to access government-funded free childcare hours.

Feb 18 โ€ข 13:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

FRAUD: โ€˜The story that shocked the whole countryโ€™ Koit Pikaroโ€™s name and image used in a scam campaign

Koit Pikaro, who recently passed away, has been exploited in a scam campaign using his name to lure individuals to various service providers.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

"Reprehensible Business Model": Regulatory Authority Appeals to Second Instance with Adult Content Block

The media authority Rheinland-Pfalz is appealing a court decision that ruled it cannot instruct internet providers to block the adult websites Pornhub and Youporn.

Feb 17 โ€ข 16:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

"Coronatest Centers 2.0": The Great Scam with AI Training

The article investigates the questionable practices of AI training providers who exploit government funding for workforce training in artificial intelligence.

Feb 17 โ€ข 09:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

ANNIKA OJA โŸฉ Are we going to continue burning patients' money for years, even though the red lights are flashing?

Annika Oja discusses the shortcomings of Estonia's mandatory liability insurance for healthcare providers, which was intended to ensure fair compensation for patients harmed during treatment.

Feb 16 โ€ข 15:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'First the providers...,' CM Yogi explained what changed after 2017

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath criticized the opposition during a discussion of the governor's address in the Legislative Council, outlining the changes in governance and farmers' welfare since 2017.

Feb 16 โ€ข 11:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

'Predatory' NDIS providers targeting remote communities with gifts

NDIS providers are luring residents in remote Northern Territory communities using gifts and high-pressure tactics, prompting concerns about fund misuse and regulatory inaction.

Feb 14 โ€ข 22:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Youth Protection Debacle: Porn-Free Freedom

A German court ruling states that the media authority cannot order internet service providers to block access to pornographic websites, highlighting failures in youth protection laws in Germany.

Feb 13 โ€ข 17:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Collaborators from digital agency negotiated pro-Tarcรญsio and against Central Bank publications on gossip profiles

Service providers from one of Brazil's largest digital influence agencies, Mynd, negotiated social media posts that favored Sรฃo Paulo Governor Tarcรญsio de Freitas and criticized the Central Bank.

Feb 13 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

This Is an Irresponsible Law

The article discusses concerns raised by the National Chamber of Ethernet Communication (KIKE) regarding the implications of a law that may mandate the exclusion of non-EU and NATO equipment providers.

Feb 13 โ€ข 13:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
Sports

Biathlete Lozbers after successful sprint competition: This is something I dreamed of

Latvian biathlete Lozbers expressed his joy after performing well in a significant sprint event, recognizing the support he received from coaches and service providers.

Feb 13 โ€ข 13:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Consumer Protection: "Fiber Optic Providers Must Communicate More Honestly"

Consumer advocate Michael Gundall discusses the challenges faced by consumers with fiber optic providers and highlights the advantages of fiber optic technology.

Feb 12 โ€ข 18:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Region wants to reclaim hundreds of millions from online doctors

Region Sรถrmland has issued a warning to digital healthcare providers Kry and Doktor.se for overbilling and seeks to reclaim substantial tax funds.

Feb 12 โ€ข 16:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

The trick with cash registers - The fraud, who is preparing an appeal

A Greek association has raised alarm over misleading practices regarding cash registers involving claims about their impending cancellation, aiming to direct businesses towards electronic invoicing providers instead.

Feb 12 โ€ข 07:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Providers Sound the Alarm: Criticism of the Approval Stop for Integration Courses

The suspension of approvals for integration courses threatens smaller educational institutions and leaves thousands of migrants without vital access to language and integration programs in Germany.

Feb 11 โ€ข 17:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Region Sรถrmland warns digital care providers after billing errors

Region Sรถrmland issued warnings to digital care providers for submitting incorrect invoices for services deemed not qualifying as proper medical care.

Feb 11 โ€ข 11:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Using AI for medical advice can cause you harm, Canadian doctors warn

Canadian doctors express concerns that patients relying on AI for health advice may receive dangerous misinformation due to the lack of access to primary care providers.

Feb 10 โ€ข 21:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

Indonesia telco chief warns of โ€˜digital colonisationโ€™, backs Chinaโ€™s open-source AI

The chief of Indonesia's telecommunications sector emphasizes the need for digital sovereignty and localization in the face of increasing competition between Chinese and American AI providers.

Feb 10 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

LEA: One supplier increased electricity tariffs per week

A survey indicated that one independent supplier raised electricity tariffs by up to 1% in certain fixed price plans, while another supplier kept their rates unchanged.

Feb 10 โ€ข 12:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Pierro Tsipolone: The 2+1 Categories of Citizens Who Will Benefit from Digital Euro

Pierro Tsipolone highlighted the benefits of the digital euro for consumers, merchants, and payment service providers at a speech in Cyprus.

Feb 10 โ€ข 09:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Social Media: SPD and Left Against a Social Media Ban for Youths

The SPD and Left parties in Germany oppose a proposed social media ban for youths, emphasizing the need for regulation and the responsibilities of platform providers.

Feb 10 โ€ข 01:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Business Ticker: EU Commission Threatens Meta: Whatsapp Must Allow Competing AI Providers

The EU Commission has ordered Meta to allow competing AI providers on its Whatsapp platform, threatening consequences if access continues to be denied.

Feb 9 โ€ข 10:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 'Hundreds of Thousands of Supply Effect'... Consideration to Reduce Capital Gains Tax Benefits for Registered Rental Housing

President Yoon Suk-yeol is proposing to reduce the capital gains tax exemptions for registered rental housing providers to encourage them to supply more houses to the market as rental obligations expire.

Feb 9 โ€ข 09:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Woman in Vรคsterbotten suspected of urinary tract infection - died of cancer

A woman in Vรคsterbotten died of cancer after her condition was misdiagnosed as a urinary tract infection, leading to a delayed diagnosis and treatment by healthcare providers.

Feb 8 โ€ข 11:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

PVEM Deputy Proposes Parking Lots Issue Tickets and Liability Insurance

A Mexican lawmaker from the PVEM party has proposed a new initiative mandating that parking service providers issue tickets and liability insurance to customers.

Feb 7 โ€ข 21:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Did something fail on your trip? Profeco installs attention modules at airports | Locations

Profeco has launched assistance modules at various airports in Mexico to help travelers who experience flight delays or cancellations caused by airlines or service providers.

Feb 7 โ€ข 16:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Millions of people are making this same mobile phone bill mistake

Many consumers in the UK are overpaying for mobile services due to a lack of provider switching, with only 10% changing brands as they remain tied to their contracts.

Feb 7 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
Life & Tech

Where there is district heating, there is no heat pump funding โ€“ the drastic proposal from the providers

Providers are proposing to restrict heat pump funding in areas with district heating to avoid financial losses as investments in new heating networks are made.

Feb 7 โ€ข 00:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

IESS pays $112 million to more than 190 external providers

The Ecuadorian Social Security Institute (IESS) announced the payment of $112 million to over 190 external providers to ensure the continuity of services as part of the government's responsible economic management policies.

Feb 6 โ€ข 19:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Healthcare: Court of Auditors calls for immediate repeal of law for faster doctor appointments

The Court of Auditors has confirmed concerns that the law aimed at reducing waiting times for specialist appointments is costly and burdensome for healthcare providers without improving patient care.

Feb 6 โ€ข 15:50 UTC

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