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Injunction against California law on children's online safety narrowed

Economic Times

Economic Times · 10m ago

Injunction against California law on children's online safety narrowed

A federal appeals court has partially lifted an injunction that prevented California from implementing an internet protection law for children, while also acknowledging that certain parts of the law might infringe upon the First Amendment. The court ruled in favor of NetChoice, a trade group representing companies like Amazon, Google, and Facebook, that the California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act violated free speech rights by forcing businesses to evaluate and mitigate potential risks children might face online. However, the court also found that the judge failed to adequately consider NetChoice's other objections, allowing the rest of the preliminary injunction to be set aside.

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Texas sues TikTok for violating children's privacy

Economic Times

Economic Times · 9m ago

Texas sues TikTok for violating children's privacy

- Texas Attorney General filed a lawsuit against TikTok, accusing the social media platform of violating children's privacy and state law. - The lawsuit seeks an injunction and civil penalties of up to $10,000 for each violation of the state's SCOPE Act. - TikTok is accused of sharing children's personal information without consent from parents or legal guardians. - Texas Attorney General claims that TikTok does not provide sufficient tools to restrict children's privacy and account settings. - The lawsuit also alleges that TikTok allows targeted advertising to children. - TikTok's parent company, ByteDance, is based in China.

UK focuses on child safety at the start of new online regime

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

UK focuses on child safety at the start of new online regime

The UK's communications regulator Ofcom, is prioritizing child safety as it begins enforcing the Online Safety Act. The regulator will require tech companies like Facebook and Meta to address issues such as child abuse, grooming, and pro-suicide content on their platforms. Ofcom's draft code includes measures like restricting messaging from non-connections and not displaying children's location information. The code is open for consultation, with a final version expected to be published next year. Non-compliance with the law could result in fines of up to £18 million or 10% of annual turnover.

UK regulator demands tech firms shield children from harmful content

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

UK regulator demands tech firms shield children from harmful content

The UK communications regulator, Ofcom, has announced that social media platforms will face fines of up to $22.5 million if they fail to take action to protect children from harmful content. A new online safety law in the UK requires platforms to implement measures to safeguard children including preventing algorithms from directing them towards harmful content and introducing age-checks. Ofcom has published a draft code of practice outlining 40 measures to improve online safety for children, with the regulations expected to come into force next year. Platforms that do not comply could face significant fines or even be banned from children's use.

Social media companies list out worries as Centre readies data protection law

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Social media companies list out worries as Centre readies data protection law

Social media companies are raising concerns about the implementation of India's data protection law, particularly regarding behavioural tracking of children, verifiable parental consent, and targeted advertisements. The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act prohibits companies from tracking children's online activities, which affects the effectiveness of safety features. The industry is seeking a pragmatic approach that balances privacy and safety for teenagers. Additionally, companies are unsure about how to obtain parental consent and are hoping for more clarity in the forthcoming Rules for the DPDP Act.

A new California law regulating online content moderation will force X to reveal how it reviews hate speech

Business Insider

Business Insider · 1y ago

A new California law regulating online content moderation will force X to reveal how it reviews hate speech

Elon Musk's social media platform, X, has lost its bid to prevent a new California law on online content moderation from taking effect. The law requires social media companies with over $100 million in annual revenue to publicly disclose their terms of service and provide reports on actions taken to moderate hate speech, extremism, disinformation, and more. X filed a lawsuit arguing that the law violated its freedom of speech, but a federal judge ruled against them, stating that the reporting requirement is justified within the context of First Amendment law.

Texas governor signs law to enforce age verification on Apple, Google app stores

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1m ago

Texas governor signs law to enforce age verification on Apple, Google app stores

Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a law requiring Apple and Google's app stores to verify users' ages, with parental consent needed for users under 18. Effective January 1, this move aligns with similar laws in Utah and a possible federal bill. While aiming to enhance children's online safety, the mandate faces legal challenges over free speech concerns. Tech companies prefer age verification limited to necessary apps, while some argue app stores have prioritized profit over protection.

California's Governor Vetoes State Ban on Driverless Trucks

Wired · 1y ago

California's Governor Vetoes State Ban on Driverless Trucks

California governor Gavin Newsom has vetoed a law that would have banned self-driving trucks without a human operator until the early 2030s. The law was passed by state lawmakers but faced opposition from unions concerned about safety risks and job losses. Autonomous truck developers argue that the technology will increase efficiency and reduce costs. Currently, driverless trucks are not permitted to test on public roads in California, but the state is working on regulations for heavy-duty autonomous vehicles.

Amazon responsible for hazardous products sold by third-party sellers on platform, CPSC says

Economic Times

Economic Times · 11m ago

Amazon responsible for hazardous products sold by third-party sellers on platform, CPSC says

The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has declared that Amazon is legally responsible for hazardous products sold by third-party sellers on its platform under federal safety law. The CPSC has ordered Amazon to propose plans to notify consumers about the dangerous products and remove them from homes through returns or destruction. Over 400,000 products, including faulty carbon monoxide detectors and non-compliant children's sleepwear, are subject to this order. Amazon, as a distributor of these products listed on their website, has not yet responded to requests for comment.

How to protect your child against identify theft

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

How to protect your child against identify theft

Identity theft is a growing problem that can affect even young children. Thieves can obtain children's information through various means, such as social media, data breaches, or purchasing it on the dark web, and then use it to open fraudulent lines of credit or claim government benefits. Parents are urged to be proactive in protecting their children's identities by freezing their credit, securing important documents, and educating them about online safety. If identity theft is suspected, parents should take immediate action by contacting relevant companies and reporting the fraud.

California to consider requiring mental health warnings on social media sites

Economic Times

Economic Times · 7m ago

California to consider requiring mental health warnings on social media sites

California is considering a bill that would require mental health warning labels on social media platforms. Supported by state Attorney General Rob Bonta, the legislation aims to protect children online, a response to the mental health crisis among young people linked to social media use. However, industry officials argue that the bill infringes on the First Amendment and vow to oppose it. Similar proposals may be pursued in other states, as California has positioned itself as a leader in regulating the tech industry to ensure online safety for children.

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