Bruce Lawson

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Bruce Lawson is a Birmingham-based web developer with a passion for music, travel, and literature.

Website:

brucelawson.co.uk

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Web Developer Educator Public Speaker CTO Computer book publisher

Interests:

People Music Travelling Art Literature Computers Politics

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2025-07-28 • big tech investment regulation ai cma doug gurr

The blog post discusses the recent changes in the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) under new Chair Doug Gurr, highlighting the government's push for growth and reduced regulation, particularly in relation to Big Tech. ...

2025-08-15 • technology companies political satire ethics ai

Facebruce addresses issues with its AI companion, sAIvile™, which generated inappropriate and offensive content, including comments that violated community standards. The company acknowledges the shortcomings of the AI, which refl...

2025-10-24 • competition tech companies

Dr. Rachael Kent led a class action against Apple, alleging abuse of its dominant position in the UK app market. The Competition Appeal Tribunal ruled that Apple's restrictions on app distribution and in-app payments are unjustifi...

2025-09-30 • technology industry competition digital markets act regulation cma

The author attended the UK Digital Markets Competition Regulation Forum, exploring the intersection of regulation and digital markets. Key discussions included the challenges faced by smaller businesses due to regulatory processes...

2025-11-26 • web browsers browser extension microsoft edge pwa web install api

The post discusses the newly proposed Web Install API, which has entered the Origin Trial phase in Chromium, primarily functioning in Microsoft Edge beta. The API aims to simplify the process of discovering and installing web appl...

2026-01-08 • innovation digital markets act regulation small and medium enterprises compliance

Responses to the Digital Markets Act show early positive effects but highlight tensions between compliance demands and innovation concerns from gatekeepers.

2026-02-11 • technology apple competition interoperability cma

The post criticizes the CMA's weak response to Apple's commitments on app interoperability, arguing it fails to ensure fair competition for developers and consumers in the UK.

2025-10-15 • personal experience network services browser choice alliance smashingconf

The author recounts their experience attending the Smashing Conference in New York, expressing initial nervousness due to recent incidents involving tourists but ultimately having a positive experience. They represent the Browser ...

2025-07-30 • openai misinformation and disinformation seo and website ranking search independent publishing

The blog post discusses the implications of Google's AI Mode in search, highlighting concerns about its impact on independent publishers and the potential for misinformation. It critiques Google's approach to AI-generated summarie...

2025-10-22 • apple google antitrust regulation open web

The author reflects on the progress made in regulating Apple and Google in the UK, highlighting the designation of these companies as having strategic market status due to their market power. The post discusses ongoing legal battl...

2025-10-17 • technology open source reading list accessibility ai

This blog post presents a curated reading list featuring various articles and topics related to technology, digital accessibility, and design. Key highlights include critiques of Apple's practices, updates on CSS transitions, the ...

2025-09-26 • technology privacy reading list antitrust ai

This blog post presents a curated reading list featuring various articles and topics related to technology, privacy, and digital rights. It discusses Apple's antitrust issues, Microsoft's security updates, California's new privacy...

2026-01-23 • web development technology software reading list digital government

A curated selection of articles discussing technology's impact on society, focusing on software monopolies, economic implications in Europe, and advancements in web standards.

2026-01-09 • web development open source privacy reading list ai

A curated reading list highlights key tech articles and updates, emphasizing user control over data and the evolving landscape of web technologies.

2025-08-29 • web development privacy generative ai law tech events

This blog post presents a curated reading list featuring various articles and updates related to web technology, privacy issues, and the impact of generative AI. Key points include discussions on the Web Install API, privacy conce...

2026-03-06 • big tech privacy security vivaldi browser web standards

A curated reading list covering web development, privacy concerns, and the impact of big tech on society, featuring insights and critiques of current trends.

2026-02-13 • big tech privacy interoperability digital fairness act web standards

A curated reading list covering web standards, privacy issues, and the impact of the Digital Fairness Act on big tech's business models.

2025-12-12 • metadata web development privacy children vivaldi browser java ai

The reading list covers significant tech developments, including Vivaldi's new features, AI's role in advertising, and the societal implications of digital technology on children.

2025-11-21 • open source apple wildlife european union vivaldi browser browser sessions

The post is a reading list curated by Bruce Lawson, featuring various articles and discussions on topics such as digital sovereignty, European tech regulations, open source security, and usability research on browser settings. It ...

2025-11-12 • web development apple tim berners-lee ios browsing protection and tips

In a podcast interview, Tim Berners-Lee discusses Apple's monopoly on browser engines on iOS, particularly the dominance of WebKit. He suggests that allowing competition, such as Chromium on iPhones, could foster innovation in bro...

2025-10-31 • technology open source software development reading list digital rights management

This blog post presents a curated reading list featuring various topics related to technology and digital rights, including comparisons of image rendering formats, the evolution of CSS features, implications of Google's app regist...

2025-08-08 • big tech web development privacy css accessibility ai

This blog post presents a curated reading list featuring various articles related to web development, technology, and digital privacy. Key topics include CSS masonry, the impact of the App Store on startups, accessibility guidelin...

2026-01-05 • web development music technology personal digital rights management

The author shares reflections on 2025, emphasizing work at Vivaldi, personal experiences, and the rising European movement for digital sovereignty against Big Tech.

2025-10-14 • technology privacy linux zorin os windows 11

The post discusses the end of support for Windows 10 and introduces Zorin OS as a viable alternative for users looking to upgrade their operating system without purchasing new hardware. It details the installation process of Zorin...