33 States Join Lawsuit Against Meta For Targeting Children
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33 States Join Lawsuit Against Meta For Targeting Children
33 States Join , Lawsuit Against Meta, For Targeting Children.
NBC reports that a bipartisan group of 33 state attorney
generals are suing Facebook parent company Meta
over addictive features targeting children and teens.
According to a complaint filed in California federal
court, state AGs allege that Meta designed its
products to keep young users on the platform.
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The federal complaint accuses Meta of accomplishing
this with algorithms, alerts, notifications and
infinite scroll through feeds on the platforms. .
The federal complaint accuses Meta of accomplishing
this with algorithms, alerts, notifications and
infinite scroll through feeds on the platforms. .
AGs allege that other features have a negative impact on
the mental health of teens, including issues ranging
from social comparison to promoting body dysmorphia.
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According to the federal suit, Meta also violated
the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act
(COPPA) by collecting the personal data of users
under the age of 13 without parental consent.
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NBC reports that the states are looking to
bring Meta's harmful practices to an end,
while also seeking penalties and restitution.
NBC reports that the states are looking to
bring Meta's harmful practices to an end,
while also seeking penalties and restitution.
AGs claim that Meta was fully
aware of the potential negative impact
its designs would have on young users.
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In 2021, former Facebook employee Frances Haugen
leaked Meta documents revealing
internal research on the company's products.
One of the internal studies on
Instagram's impact on teens found that , "thirty-two percent of teen girls said that
when they felt bad about their bodies,
Instagram made them feel worse.".
NBC reports that several of the practices cited by AGs are
similar to those employed by other social media platforms,
which also use algorithms to ensure user engagement.
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NBC reports that several of the practices cited by AGs are
similar to those employed by other social media platforms,
which also use algorithms to ensure user engagement.
WhatsApp Is Rolling Out , Passkeys for iOS.
The announcement was made on April 24.
WhatsApp passkey support on iPhones
comes months after Meta's encrypted messaging app made the feature available
to Android users, The Verge reports. .
Passkeys are meant to replace passwords because they are more secure and convenient.
They also enable you to sign in when disconnected from a network.
To enable passkeys for WhatsApp on
iOS, open settings, then go to accounts,
which is where you'll find the option.
However, rollouts can take time, so keep checking if you don't see passkeys right away.
WhatsApp spokesperson Zade Alsawah
said more people should see the option
"in the coming weeks.".
Alsawah also said that a QR code from
"Linked Devices" will still need to be scanned to log into the platform on other devices.
“since Mac, Windows and web can’t
be primary devices for an account.”
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Jon Stewart is saying that Apple asked him not to talk to the Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan on his former Apple show 'The Problem with Jon Stewart.' Khan, who became chair of the FTC in 2021, has made a name for herself for being an outspoken critic of the business practices of Big Tech companies like Amazon and Meta and has been praised by both Democrats and Republicans for her antitrust efforts. Khan was a guest on Monday's episode of Comedy Central's 'The Daily Show,' where Stewart made the revelation.
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Israel's Eurovision contestant has said she is honoured to represent the country despite large demonstrations planned to coincide with the event. Eden Golan, 20, says she "couldn't ask for a better year to represent" Israel. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
The Duke of Sussex arrived back in the UK this afternoon to mark the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games. It comes amid reports Prince Harry will not meet King Charles during his visit. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
John Swinney has been elected as Scotland's seventh first minister after becoming the new SNP leader following the formal resignation of Humza Yousaf on Tuesday. He is expected to be sworn in at a ceremony on Wednesday. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Grant Shapps has said that “state involvement” in the large-scale cyber attack on the Ministry of Defence cannot be ruled out as speculation continues to grow that China carried out the hack. The defence secretary said there is evidence of “potential failings” of the contractor operating the payroll system that was hacked, “which may have made it easier for the malign actor” to gain access to bank details of veterans. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has welcomed new MP Chris Webb to Westminster following his victory in the Blackpool South by-election. Mr Webb received 10,825 votes after Thursday's contest - a 58.9% vote share.
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Walmart Reverses Course, , Closes Down Its , Walmart Health Division.
NBC reports that Walmart has announced
it will close all 52 of the doctor-staffed
health clinics the company operates.
The announcement comes as
part of the company's decision to
shut down its Walmart Health Initiative.
Clinics that will close down are located in
Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois and Texas. .
On April 30, the company also said it would
begin winding down its virtual care service.
The decision to end the Walmart Health Initiative
will not reportedly impact Walmart
pharmacies and vision centers.
Walmart said that it will work to direct current patients
to other providers covered by their insurance
networks to ensure they continue to receive care.
NBC reports that the news comes as a swift
reversal of Walmart's plan to expand its number
of doctor-staffed clinics to 70 by the end of 2024.
Through our experience managing
Walmart Health centers and
Walmart Health Virtual Care,
we determined there is
not a sustainable business
model for us to continue, Walmart statement, via NBC.
Other nontraditional health care
providers have also been forced to
reconsider their plans in recent years. .
Last month, Walgreens announced that it would
close 140 of the company's primary care clinics,
along with plans to shut down 20 more.
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Law Enforcement Hiring , Increased in 2023 , Following Years of Decline.
NBC reports that police departments in the United States
have seen their first increase in ranks, changing course
on a historic exodus of officers in recent years.
According to a recent survey,
2023 saw more officers sworn in
than any of the previous four years. .
At the same time, the survey by the Police Executive
Research Forum (PERF) also found that fewer law
enforcement officers resigned or retired in 2023. .
Law enforcement numbers had been declining following
the COVID pandemic and nationwide protests against
police brutality following the death of George Floyd. .
Law enforcement numbers had been declining following
the COVID pandemic and nationwide protests against
police brutality following the death of George Floyd. .
I just think that the past four
years have been particularly
challenging for American policing.
And our survey shows we’re
finally starting to turn a corner, Chuck Wexler, Executive director of PERF, via NBC.
NBC reports that declining numbers left
many police departments with a shortage of
officers, which resulted in slower response times.
Chuck Wexler, executive director of PERF, warns that many police departments are still struggling to recruit and retain officers.
According to Wexler, law enforcement , "isn't out of the woods yet.".
At least a dozen smaller police departments in
the nation have been forced to disband, leaving those
municipalities reliant upon state or county police forces.
NBC reports that in addition to increased pay and
benefits, many police departments have chosen to
change application requirements to increase hiring
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Elon Musk , Loses Appeal of , 'Twitter Sitter' Provision .
On April 29, the Supreme Court denied billionaire
Elon Musk's challenge to the terms of a Securities
and Exchange Commission agreement. .
On April 29, the Supreme Court denied billionaire
Elon Musk's challenge to the terms of a Securities
and Exchange Commission agreement. .
NBC reports that the SEC requirement
would require a lawyer to review
the Tesla CEO's social media posts. .
In his appeal, Musk argued that the SEC's requirement,
which has been dubbed the 'Twitter sitter' provision,
unlawfully imposed conditions on his freedom to comment. .
In his appeal, Musk argued that the SEC's requirement,
which has been dubbed the 'Twitter sitter' provision,
unlawfully imposed conditions on his freedom to comment. .
The SEC requirement stems from Musk's tweets in 2018 that
claimed he was taking Tesla private, which shocked the
market and caused shares in the company to surge.
The SEC requirement stems from Musk's tweets in 2018 that
claimed he was taking Tesla private, which shocked the
market and caused shares in the company to surge.
The SEC deemed the tweets
"materially false and misleading,"
and in clear violation of securities laws.
At the time, Musk agreed to settle the issue
with the SEC, which included his signing off
on the so-called "Twitter sitter" provision.
NBC reports that Musk has since said
the restrictions are unconstitutional and that
he was coerced into signing the SEC agreement.
According to court papers, lawyers
representing Musk have accused the SEC
of waging an "ongoing campaign" against Musk.
Musk's legal team claim the provision , "restricts Mr. Musk’s speech even
when truthful and accurate.".
It extends to speech not
covered by the securities laws
and with no relation to the conduct
underlying the SEC’s civil action, Elon Musk legal team, via NBC.
In response, the SEC said in court papers
that Musk waived his right to appeal
when he signed off on the settlement.
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'Law & Order: Organized Crime' is coming back! But it's moving from NBC to Peacock. Sources tell The Hollywood Reporter that Peacock is putting the finishing touches on a deal that would see the series starring Christopher Meloni move from NBC to the streaming service for a fifth season consisting of 10 episodes. Reps for Peacock, NBC, producers Universal Television and executive producer Dick Wolf declined to comment as a deal has yet to officially close.
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The tragic story of Landy Parraga Goyburo (LAN-dee pah-RAH-gah goy-BOO-roh), a vibrant young woman known for her beauty and influence, has shocked and saddened many. As an Ecuadorian beauty queen and social media influencer, she had captured the hearts of many with her charisma and grace. However, her life was cut short in a senseless act of violence. On April 28th, while enjoying a meal at a restaurant in Quevedo city, Landy was brutally attacked and killed. The perpetrators, still unidentified, targeted her after she unknowingly revealed her location through an Instagram post showcasing her lunch, a tantalising octopus ceviche. It's a chilling reminder of the dangers that can lurk behind seemingly harmless social media activity.
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