Tech giants head to landmark US trial over social media addiction
Meta, YouTube and TikTok accused of making products intentionally addictive and harmful to young people.
Google to pay $135M to settle illegal data collection lawsuit
Google has agreed to a preliminary $135 million settlement in a class action lawsuit brought by Android users who accused it of harvesting their data.
AI deepfakes have skirted revenge porn laws
Federal and state governments have outlawed 'revenge porn,' but AI-generated deepfakes present new legal challenges that existing laws struggle to address.
Arizona lawsuit filed against AI platforms over nonconsensual explicit deepfakes
Three women have filed a lawsuit alleging their likenesses were stolen and used to create explicit, AI-generated 'influencers' without their consent.
Executive Order issued to restrict state regulation of AI
Section 3 of the Executive Order requires that by January 10, 2026, the DOJ establish an 'AI Litigation Task Force' to challenge state AI laws deemed problematic.
Google settles privacy lawsuit for $68M over voice assistant
Google agreed to pay $68m to settle a lawsuit claiming that its voice-activated assistant spied inappropriately on smartphone users, violating their privacy.
What the Legal Profession Needs to Know About AI in 2026
From ethical challenges to rapidly evolving regulations— the rise of AI has significant implications for the legal sector.
2026 Tech Policy Trends: Key State Actions to Watch
Lawmakers in at least seven states have introduced bills to require Apple and Google's app stores to verify user ages. This concept is backed by Meta, Snap and X.
Users Fight Meta Bid For Fast Appeal Over Fake Ads
Counsel for Facebook users are urging an appellate court to reject the company's bid for an immediate appeal in a battle over fake ads on Meta.
Privacy Laws Ring in the New Year: State Requirements Expand
Effective July 1, 2026, Utah consumers will gain a new right to correct inaccuracies in their personal data, with consideration given to the nature of the data.