The Philippine SEC has requested that Google and Apple remove Binance apps from their app stores. The regulator claims that Binance is offering unregistered securities and operating illegally in the Philippines, posing a threat to investors' funds. The SEC believes blocking access to Binance through app stores will protect Filipinos from financial harm.
The EU is probing tech giants Google, Apple, and Meta for potential breaches of a new law meant to make the digital marketplace fairer. The investigation centers on how these companies steer users towards their own services within their app stores and search engines, and how Meta gives users the choice between privacy or paying for ad-free service. This probe could lead to fines or changes in how these companies operate, and has already sparked concerns for their investors and international implications.
U.S. stocks soared on Monday, led by tech companies. Google's parent company, Alphabet, jumped nearly 4.5% on rumors of a Google AI partnership with Apple. AI chipmaker Nvidia and electric carmaker Tesla also rose. Investors are now eagerly awaiting the Federal Reserve's meeting on Wednesday for hints about future interest rate cuts. Despite the positive mood, server manufacturer Super Microcomputer saw a significant decline.
Monzo, a UK digital bank, has secured $430 million in funding from Google's CapitalG for US expansion efforts, product development, and financial hub expansion. This investment follows a regulatory setback with their initial US launch and aims to accelerate their growth in the UK market where they have established a strong presence. Monzo aspires to provide a comprehensive suite of financial services, including investment and budgeting tools, as a central destination for its customers' banking needs.
