AI/Privacy
Meta, Google found liable, jury doubles verdict in social media addiction trial
A major setback that's likely to lead to a stream of litigation and regulation
AI/Privacy
AI, the internet, social media - they're either ruining our lives or making them a bit more convenient, efficient and entertaining.
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Jury slaps Meta with $375 million penalty in child-safety case
The case could reshape how social media companies are held accountable—and reignite debate over federal liability protections
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Meta, Google await jury decision in crucial social media addiction trial
The outcome could open the floodgates for more litigation and enormous financial penalties
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Texas sues five TV manufacturers it says are spying on Texans (and everybody else)
If Texas wins this case, it could set a nationwide precedent
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Trump plans an extensive database of private personal information on Americans
Consumer advocates call it an unwarranted and far-reaching invasion of privacy
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AI 'Smart Glasses' may see and hear more than expected
A lawsuit claims that glasses are monitored by contractors training AI systems
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Lawsuit blames Google Gemini chatbot for Florida man’s death
It's the latest lawsuit linking AI bots to self-harm
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We answer the question: what good is AI anyway?
It's moving fast to replace online searching, browsing and buying, that's what
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Disney promised not to tell but didn't keep its word
Company pays $2.75 million for not honoring consumer opt-out requests
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Musk's DOGE improperly accessed Social Security data: court filing
Lawmakers calling for prosecution of those responsible
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Government spyware poses 'grave threat,' report warns; potential user: ICE
Worried about targeted ads? Here's something really worth worrying about
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Claude's folks agree to pay $1.5 billion for stealing a big chunk of human knowledge
A class settlement would provide a few pennies to authors ripped off by AI