Feds open probe into Musk's steering-wheel-free taxis

Elon Musk kicked off his Cybercab service in Austin on Thursday with fanfare, sending dozens of the futuristic taxis into the city streets and holding a launch event for invitees. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/IrgXkBW

EPA proposal could leave the public in the dark on data center plans

President Donald Trump continues to stick up for data centers, even as politicians from both parties criticize them and many communities try to block them. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/4U3Bqkc

Apple Maps joins Google in changing Lake Ontario's name to ‘Lake America'

U.S. users will see "Lake America," while Canadian users will still see Lake Ontario. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/UX3oiz2

Side of slop? Bizarre AI food images jump from online to IRL menus

The confluence of lingering cost pressures and advancing technology appears to be translating into a boom in smaller businesses deploying AI-designed graphics and logos. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/uF5qbM9

Meta's new rules for kids go further after settlement, but critics say not enough

Kids under 18 will soon see changes to their Instagram and Facebook experiences thanks to a historic $18 billion settlement Meta Platforms reached Wednesday. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/32zj1lG

How to keep your child's tablets, laptops from becoming distractions from schoolwork

Device settings can remove some distractions, but experts say parents should also help children learn how to manage their own attention and technology use. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/YBqUIzZ

Meta agrees to settle social media addiction suit with states for up to $18 billion

Meta Platforms, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, has agreed to settle a social media addiction lawsuit for up to $18 billion. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/O9Lvg2p