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U.S. Slams EU Tech Regulations, Threatens Penalties

12/17/2025

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The United States criticized the European Union for discriminating against tech firms and threatened penalties unless the EU changes regulations.
The U.S. Trade Representative accused the EU of "discriminatory and harassing lawsuits" against Google and Amazon.
The United Kingdom said the $40 billion Tech Prosperity Deal with the United States is not permanently stalled.
A $140 million fine on Elon Musk's X platform highlights the EU's regulations and intensifies tensions.

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The United States criticized the European Union for discriminating against tech firms and threatened penalties unless the EU changes regulations.
The U.S. Trade Representative accused the EU of "discriminatory and harassing lawsuits" against Google and Amazon.
The United Kingdom said the $40 billion Tech Prosperity Deal with the United States is not permanently stalled.
A $140 million fine on Elon Musk's X platform highlights the EU's regulations and intensifies tensions.