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

In a divided America, left and right unite to oppose artificial intelligence data centers

The debate around data center projects is one of the rare modern issues to cut across party lines, demographics and geography. <br><br> via Tech – NBC Chicago https://ift.tt/IgeNz4h

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