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

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