European Commission
EU calls time on geo-blocking
December 5, 2018
The European Union’s new rules preventing geo-blocking became reality this week. Geo-blocking is described by the European Parliament as “any restriction imposed by online shops, based on nationality, place of residence, or place of connection.” Examples include websites not accepting means of payment, such as credit cards, from other countries; not being able to register […]
HP-Apogee deal clears regulators
October 24, 2018
The OEM’s acquisition of UK-based Apogee can officially proceed, with European regulators acquiescing to the deal. Computer Business Review reports that the £380 million ($490.4 million/€430 million) purchase will see print provider Apogee become an independent subsidiary of HP, and will “disrupt the $55 billion (€48.2 billion) A3 copier market and build on its printing strategy,” […]
