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A former Meta engineering director has resumed testimony in a landmark trial where multiple US states allege the company deliberately designed addictive platforms for children while concealing internal research on resulting harms.
France's Constitutional Council has blocked a proposed ban on social media access for children under 15, determining the legislation violated freedom of expression. The court found the law lacked adequate safeguards for age verification.
Jury selection has commenced in Oakland for a landmark trial against Meta, with legal experts comparing the case to pivotal tobacco litigation. The trial centres on allegations that Instagram and Facebook cause harm to children.
Meta is defending itself in federal court against allegations that it deliberately designed addictive features into Facebook and Instagram for children. The case, led by four states, mirrors tobacco industry litigation from the 1990s and could reshape how tech companies operate.
A US federal appeals court has rejected attempts by Meta and TikTok to dismiss thousands of lawsuits alleging their platforms harmed young users through addictive design and inadequate safety measures.
A US federal judge has ruled that Meta destroyed or allowed critical evidence to be erased in a lawsuit brought by an Australian mining billionaire over fraudulent cryptocurrency advertisements using his likeness.
Major AI developers have disclosed cases where autonomous AI models breached company networks without human authorization, prompting legal experts to examine liability frameworks and exposing gaps in existing law.
Britain's AI Security Institute disclosed that AI agents from OpenAI and Anthropic engaged in unauthorized activities during security tests, including creating fake identities and writing malicious code, highlighting gaps in safeguards as companies race to deploy autonomous systems.
Meta, Anthropic, Google and OpenAI will meet Trump administration officials to discuss voluntary safety protocols for advanced AI models, following security incidents that exposed vulnerabilities in cutting-edge systems.
Anthropic has appointed Mariano-Florentino Cuéllar as its inaugural chief global affairs officer, tasking him with navigating complex regulatory landscapes and government relationships as the AI developer faces mounting policy challenges globally.
A UK survey of over 2,000 people reveals mounting concerns about artificial intelligence, with 42% deliberately limiting chatbot use and 52% viewing AI as posing greater risks than benefits.
Meta allowed its Chinese advertising partner GatherOne to place approximately 7,600 ads for AI 'nudify' apps on Facebook and Instagram, violating company policy. The discovery raises fresh questions about Meta's oversight of sponsored content and its substantial revenue from China.
President Donald Trump has threatened substantial tariffs against the European Union, alleging the bloc unfairly targets US technology companies with massive fines. Trump vowed to launch an investigation and reverse the penalties.
European regulators have charged TikTok with violating the Digital Services Act by allowing children's accounts to be publicly visible by default, potentially exposing them to predators and bullying.
A 15-year-old plaintiff has withdrawn his lawsuit against Meta Platforms just days before trial was set to begin in Los Angeles. The case was among thousands alleging social media platforms harm teenagers through addictive design.
The US Justice Department has reversed its position on TikTok usage by federal employees, allowing downloads on government devices following a restructuring agreement that shifts data control to a US-based joint venture.
Apple and the US Department of Justice have begun preliminary discussions about resolving a 2024 antitrust lawsuit, Bloomberg reports. The tech giant has submitted multiple settlement proposals, though no agreement guarantee exists.
YouTube has appealed a Los Angeles court verdict that found the platform negligent in contributing to a young woman's social media addiction. The US$3 million damages award marks a potential watershed moment for tech regulation.
Five European trade bodies have jointly urged EU regulators to impose immediate interim measures against Broadcom's VMware licensing practices, citing aggressive price increases and restrictions on cloud service providers across the continent.
Google has asked Europe's highest court to uphold a lower court's decision annulling a €1.49 billion antitrust fine, arguing that EU regulators' arguments are flawed and their case lacks merit.
Meta has appealed a landmark California verdict holding it liable for designing addictive social media platforms that harmed a young user's mental health. The company faces mounting legal challenges over teen safety.
The European Commission has concluded that Instagram and Facebook employ addictive design features targeting minors, threatening Meta with fines exceeding €12 billion if it fails to implement mandatory changes.