TikTok reaches $400 million settlement with Justice Department over children's privacy

TikTok has reached a $400 million settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice, ending a 2024 lawsuit alleging the company violated federal children’s privacy laws. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/wTuVOIe

MAHA activists urge Trump against promoting coal to power AI data centers

The criticism adds to recent tensions between the MAHA movement and the Trump administration. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/bxJ7WoR

Hacker targets ‘Grand Theft Auto VI' in apparent leak

The gaming world has been rattled by what appears to be a massive leak of the highly anticipated "Grand Theft Auto VI." <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/7BDF9Sw

As more teens use AI in school, parents are grappling with how it impacts learning

A new survey from Common Sense Media reported that 70% of teens use artificial intelligence tools for schoolwork. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/MoGL5FS

Meta trial begins with states arguing its platforms preyed on young brains

Opening statements started Tuesday in a pivotal trial for Meta Platforms in a California federal court. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/UzwZNPt

OpenAI launches ChatGPT for Teens, promising more age-appropriate chatbot

The company says the chatbot is tailored for kids aged 13 to 17 with content restrictions around suicide, self-harm and romantic or sexual chats. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/7upRd20

Instagram unveils new logo wordmark for the first time since 2016

For the first time in a decade, Instagram has a new logo wordmark that will be added to the Meta platform's app. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/vNJcb1g