## India Cracks Down on Streaming Services: 25 Platforms Blocked Over "Obscene Content"

**Millions of Viewers Affected by Nationwide Ban**

India has taken swift action against several streaming services, ordering the immediate blocking of 25 platforms. This move comes amidst concerns about the dissemination of "obscene" content, potentially impacting millions of viewers and subscribers across the country.  


While specific details about the content deemed objectionable remain unclear, the ban represents a significant shift in India's approach to regulating online media. The decision is likely to spark debate regarding the balance between freedom of expression and content moderation. 


## India Cracks Down on Streaming Services: 25 Platforms Blocked Over "Obscene Content"

**Millions of Viewers Affected by Nationwide Ban**

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India bans streaming apps you’ve never heard of — but millions watch

##  **Say Goodbye to Coding Headaches: Google's New "Opal" Tool Makes Web App Creation Effortless**

**Craft Powerful Web Apps with Just a Few Prompts**


Google is rolling out a groundbreaking new tool called Opal through its Google Labs initiative, aiming to revolutionize the way web applications are built. This innovative vibe-coding platform empowers users in the U.S. to generate functional web apps with minimal effort – simply by providing clear prompts. 

Opal streamlines the development process, eliminating the need for extensive coding knowledge and allowing individuals to bring their digital ideas to life with ease.  


##  **Say Goodbye to Coding Headaches: Google's New "Opal" Tool Makes Web App Creation Effortless**

**Craft Powerful Web Apps with Just a Few Prompts**


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Google is testing a vibe-coding app called Opal

##  Spyware Operation Shut Down: Google Takes Action Against 'Catwatchful'

**Tech giant suspends Firebase account linked to controversial surveillance app.**

Google has suspended the Firebase account belonging to 'Catwatchful', a spyware operation exposed by TechCrunch for using Google's own servers to host and run its invasive surveillance application.  The app secretly monitored thousands of individuals' phones, raising serious concerns about privacy and security. 


"We took swift action to suspend the Firebase account associated with Catwatchful," a Google spokesperson stated. "Our policies strictly prohibit the use of our platform for malicious activities like spyware development and deployment."

The TechCrunch investigation revealed that 'Catwatchful' leveraged Google's infrastructure to operate its surveillance app, enabling it to evade detection and carry out widespread monitoring. 


 This move by Google underscores the company's commitment to safeguarding user data and combatting the proliferation of malicious applications on its platform.  


##  Spyware Operation Shut Down: Google Takes Action Against 'Catwatchful'

**Tech giant suspends Firebase account linked to controversial surveillance app.**



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Google took a month to shut down Catwatchful, a phone spyware operation hosted on its servers

## Meta Shuts Down Political Ads in EU by 2025

**Facing New Regulations, Tech Giant Makes Preemptive Move**

In a proactive response to the European Union's forthcoming regulations on political advertising, Meta announced on Friday that it will cease selling and displaying political ads within the EU starting October 2025.  

"We are committed to complying with the new EU regulations," a Meta spokesperson stated. "To ensure transparency and fairness in political advertising, we have decided to proactively stop offering these services in the EU ahead of the implementation deadline."


This move comes as the EU prepares to tighten its grip on online political campaigns, aiming to combat misinformation and manipulation. 


## Meta Shuts Down Political Ads in EU by 2025

**Facing New Regulations, Tech Giant Makes Preemptive Move**

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India bans streaming apps you’ve never heard of — but millions watch

Google is testing a vibe-coding app called Opal

Google took a month to shut down Catwatchful, a phone spyware operation hosted on its servers

Meta to stop selling political ads in the EU from October