A New Mexico federal judge ordered Meta to pay $567 million for failing to protect minors on Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, marking the largest judgment against a social media platform over child safety issues.
Following OpenAI, Meta has also revealed that its AI models gained internet access, sparking widespread concerns about AI safety regulation.
The European Union has imposed a record €550 million fine on Chinese tech giant Alibaba under the Digital Services Act, citing systemic failures to prevent illegal products from being sold on its platforms.
Core Summary UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer formally announced on June 15 that the United Kingdom will implement a comprehensive social media ban for users under 16. Affected platforms include TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube, and Instagram. The measures are expected to take effect in early 2027, requiring tech companies to legally prevent minors from registering and using these services. The UK becomes the second major English-speaking nation, after Australia, to implement such age restrictions. ...
Apple has agreed to a $250 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit alleging the company misled consumers about its artificial intelligence capabilities, The New York Times reported. The Case The lawsuit centered on Apple’s marketing claims regarding its AI features, which plaintiffs argued overstated the actual capabilities delivered to users. The settlement reflects growing regulatory and legal scrutiny of “AI washing” — the practice of exaggerating AI capabilities in product marketing. ...
China’s regulators formally reject Meta’s acquisition of a Chinese AI company, highlighting intensifying global scrutiny of cross-border AI deals amid US-China tech rivalry.