ECB eyes expansion of pandemic bond buy program to 1.25 trillion euros
The European Central Bank may boost the pandemic emergency purchase program by 500 billion euros to 1.25 trillion euros at Thursday's meeting, aiding euro area borrowing costs amid the virus crisis. Italy could face higher debt as costs mount. Syriatel, Syria's largest cellular firm, is suspended from trading by the country's financial market regulator amid a family dispute. Detroit launch week features a virtual Under 30 Hackathon accelerating change with Forbes and Rocket Mortgage backing. Nasdaq bell rings from space as SpaceX astronauts mark a milestone.
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France launches StopCovid tracing app amid easing lockdowns
Paris rolls out an official coronavirus contact tracing app as restaurants, parks, and museums reopen. The app uses Bluetooth to log nearby devices, uploads data to government servers, and notifies users exposed to positives after at least 15 minutes of contact. Critics cite privacy and effectiveness concerns.
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Corporate activism backfires amid protests across media tech
Netflix CBS and Amazon posted messages supporting Black Lives Matter but faced skepticism over commitments. Critics highlighted Amazon Ring partnerships with police and CBS questions about the former Los Angeles headquarters. CBS notes it sold Television City studios in 2018 but still uses some spaces for productions.
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South Korea reopens WTO complaint over Japan export controls
South Korea will restart a World Trade Organization dispute against Japan over tightened export controls on key chemicals for semiconductors and displays. Seoul says Tokyo has shown little willingness to resolve mutual grievances.
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