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China fines Trip.com $765 million for forcing hotels into exclusive deals and controlling their prices
TL;DR China fines Trip.com $765 million for forcing hotel partners into exclusive deals and controlling their pricing China’s market regulator fined Trip.com Group $765 million on Saturday after concluding that the country’s largest online travel platform abused its dominant market position. The State Administration for Market Regulation said Trip.com used its traffic allocation algorithms, platform
With help from data, art museums are reframing the visitor experience
Skip to content Museums are embracing data-driven curation and a shifting technology landscape. Visitors at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Visitors at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Giovanni Kanter goes to at least one art museum whenever he visits a new city. That’s on top of his regular exploration of galleries in New
CW@60: The mirror and the machine – three decades on the frontlines of the tech revolution
Every technology innovation and every IT project is, at its heart, a human-interest story - and those delivering the IT should always remember that, says IT services veteran Sam Kingston By Sam Kingston Published: 24 Jul 2026 On 22 September 2026, Computer Weekly turns 60. To mark the milestone, we asked some of our friends
Egypt’s Cabinet Addresses Economic and Social Challenges Amidst Regional Military Developments
While global energy prices surge amidst ongoing regional conflicts, Prime Minister Mustafa Madbouly has directed ministries and the Central Bank to coordinate effectively, implementing daily tracking of global market trends, particularly energy prices and financial flows. The government’s approach focuses on taking precautionary measures to protect the national economy...
Egypt’s President Sisi Calls for AI Classes in School
President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi has instructed the Egyptian government to explore the possibility of introducing artificial intelligence (AI) as a compulsory subject in the national education system. The directive came during a meeting on Wednesday with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Minister of Health and Population Khaled Abdel Ghaffar. The president emphasized the need to equip
Egypt’s rate cut on thin ice? IMF issues stark warning
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called on Egypt to exercise caution in its path of interest rate cuts, given the global uncertainty resulting from recent decisions by US President Donald Trump regarding customs duties. Egypt had cut interest rates last month for the first time in about five years, after the annual inflation rate fell
Is a new increase in Egypt’s fuel prices imminent following the Prime Minister’s statements?
Rising fuel prices in Egypt have become a growing public concern, especially following Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly’s statements during the weekly cabinet meeting which raised questions about the possibility of completely lifting fuel subsidies before the end of 2025. As markets await the decision of the Automatic Petroleum Pricing Committee in April, expectations vary regarding
Egypt’s Sisi Praises Jimmy Carter’s Legacy Following His Death at 100
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi has expressed his heartfelt condolences following the death of former US President Jimmy Carter, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 100. The post Egypt’s Sisi Praises Jimmy Carter’s Legacy Following His Death at 100 first appeared on Egyptian Streets...
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China fines Trip.com $765 million for forcing hotels into exclusive deals and controlling their prices
TL;DR China fines Trip.com $765 million for forcing hotel partners into exclusive deals and controlling their pricing China’s market regulator fined Trip.com Group $765 million on Saturday after concluding that the country’s largest online travel platform abused its dominant market position. The State Administration for Market Regulation said Trip.com used its traffic allocation algorithms, platform
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With help from data, art museums are reframing the visitor experience
Skip to content Museums are embracing data-driven curation and a shifting technology landscape. Visitors at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Visitors at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Giovanni Kanter goes to at least one art museum whenever he visits a new city. That’s on top of his regular exploration of galleries in New
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CW@60: The mirror and the machine – three decades on the frontlines of the tech revolution
Every technology innovation and every IT project is, at its heart, a human-interest story - and those delivering the IT should always remember that, says IT services veteran Sam Kingston By Sam Kingston Published: 24 Jul 2026 On 22 September 2026, Computer Weekly turns 60. To mark the milestone, we asked some of our friends
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God of War Laufey Launches February 16, 2027, New Kratos-Led God of War Game Announced
by William D'Angelo , posted 1 day ago / 3,853 Views Publisher Sony Interactive Entertainment and developer Santa Monica Studio during a panel at San Diego Comic-Con announced God of War Laufey will launch for the PlayStation 5 on February 16, 2027. Santa Monica Studio head of creative Cory Barlog also announced the next Kratos-led God
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Marvel’s Wolverine Gets Story Trailer
by William D'Angelo , posted 2 days ago / 2,411 Views P ublisher Sony Interactive Entertainment and developer Insomniac Games have released the story trailer for Marvel's Wolverine. View the trailer below: Read details on the game below: An all-new take on the iconic character, based on Marvel comics. From Insomniac Games, the developers of