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Google, Meta and other social media companies will be forced to defend teen addiction lawsuits
US District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers has ruled that the companies that own and run the most popular social networks today will have the face lawsuits blaming them for teenagers' social media addiction.
DOJ drops lawsuit challenging California's net neutrality law
The U.S. Justice Department (DoJ) dropped its lawsuit against California’s net neutrality law on Monday, reports Reuters, foreshadowing the Biden administration’s approach to internet regulation. Acting Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chair Jessica Rosenworcel welcomed the news as a sign that open internet rules would soon be reinstated across the country. "When the FCC, over my objection, rolled back its net neutrality policies, states like California sought to fill the void with their own laws," Rosenworcel said in a press statement.
Tesla accuses engineer of stealing crucial company software
Tesla has sued a new engineer for allegedly stealing crucial software it uses to run its business.
CD Projekt Red has been sued over Cyberpunk 2077's buggy release
A firm called Rosen Law has opened a class-action lawsuit against CD Projekt Red over the release of Cyberpunk 2077.
Google counters DOJ antitrust charges by pointing out Bing exists
Google has responded to the DOJ's antitrust lawsuit by rejecting its claims, arguing that mobile search deals are legal.
Facebook reportedly offered to help create rivals to avoid antitrust lawsuits
Facebook reportedly offered to license its social network code to avoid antitrust lawsuits.
Apple gets $113 million slap on the wrist for 'Batterygate'
Apple has agree to settle the multi-state “Baterygate” lawsuit filed against it for $113 million, according to the Washington Post. In addition to the fine, Apple will be required to clarify how it handles battery health and power management to consumers, both online and on the device itself.
Microsoft extends Xbox Elite Controller warranty amid hardware problems
Microsoft has extended the warranty on the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 amid a lawsuit and complaints over glitches.
Epic rejects Apple claims that 'Fortnite' on iOS was dying
Epic Games has disputed Apple's claims that 'Fortnite' on iOS was dying before it was removed from the App Store.
Apple seeks damages from Epic Games over 'Fortnite' contract breach
The ongoing legal feud between Apple and Epic Games took another turn on Tuesday, with the tech company now seeking damages from Epic (via CNBC). Developing...
FaZe and Tfue have settled their lawsuit and said goodbye
Tfue and FaZe are officially over.
WeChat user alliance sues Trump administration over threatened ban
An alliance of WeChat users is suing the Trump administration over an executive order that could ban the chat app in the US.
Microsoft backs Epic's request to keep using Apple developer tools
Microsoft has filed a statement supporting Epic's concern that Apple might be threatening all Unreal Engine game developers.
TikTok will sue the US over threatened ban
TikTok has confirmed it will file a lawsuit against the US over a Trump executive order threatening to ban the social network.
Apple court filing claims Epic's 'Fortnite' setup is like shoplifting
"If developers can avoid the digital checkout, it is the same as if a customer leaves an Apple retail store without paying for shoplifted product: Apple does not get paid."
Clearview to rely on First Amendment to defend its face-tracking tech
The CEO has been banging this drum since the lawsuits starting rolling in.
TikTok may sue White House over ban as soon as August 11th
TikTok is reportedly suing the Trump administration over a threatened ban as soon as August 11th over constitutional grounds.
Australian government sues Google for misleading consumers in data collection
The Australian government has filed its second lawsuit against Google in less than a year over privacy concerns, this time alleging the tech giant misled Australian consumers in an attempt to gather information for targeted ads. The Australian Competition and Consumers Commission (ACCC), the country’s consumer watchdog, says Google didn’t obtain explicit consent from consumers to collect personal data, according to a statement. The ACCC cites a 2016 change to Google’s policy in which the company began collecting data about Google account holders’ activity on non-Google sites.
Koss sues Apple and Bose for allegedly copying wireless headphone tech
Koss is suing Apple, Bose and three other companies for allegedly copying its wireless headphone technology from the 2000s.
LinkedIn faces lawsuit over claims it 'secretly' read iPhone clipboard data
LinkedIn has been sued after iOS 14 revealed that its mobile app was copying more info than necessary.
