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The privacy regulator overseeing Facebook, Google and Apple in the European Union expects to boost its tally of big tech decisions this year—and rejects complaints that its enforcement has been too slow.

The consulting firm’s partners voted to replace Kevin Sneader as its leader after internal dissatisfaction over steps he took following a series of crises for the firm, people familiar with the matter said.

The cellphone carrier pledged a record sum to secure airwaves for faster wireless service in a $81 billion FCC auction.

Sawmill operators are harvesting gains while Southern landowners are struggling with a surplus of trees. “I’m not making anything,” said one Georgia timber veteran.

Pratt & Whitney engines on Boeing 777 jets will need to be inspected before those planes can fly again, according to an emergency order issued by the Federal Aviation Administration.

The videogame retailer didn’t provide a reason for Jim Bell’s exit.

Facebook’s agreement with Australia’s government to restore news content to its platform comes as political leaders elsewhere have pledged to increase scrutiny on tech giants, and as news outlets plan to amp up pressure on the company to cut deals.

Mr. Blackburn’s departure after a sabbatical comes as CEO Jeff Bezos is set to become chairman and other leadership changes.

Home Depot has fared better than Macy’s during the pandemic as consumers have chosen home improvements over new clothes, but they say that could change if the health crisis eases.

The government will make changes to legislation, including requiring more negotiation before binding arbitration kicks in.