Lights out, Instagram off? The changes to Meta for teens could be a big deal
Researchers and advocates are applauding the changes that Meta agreed to make for minors on Instagram and Facebook. Cutting kids…
This week’s quiz includes two Dolly Parton questions, because she deserves it
The singer, actress and philanthropist could have filled a whole quiz, but we had to give other people a chance.
Why Meta’s settlement could be an ‘inflection point’ for reining in Big Tech
2026 has already brought a wave of setbacks for social media giants as pressure grows on Big Tech from regulators…
California says states, Meta agree to $17 billion settlement in child safety trial
The social media giant also agreed to make sweeping changes to Instagram and Facebook.
Instagram head Adam Mosseri testifies in defense of Meta in child safety trial
The social media giant is being sued by four states who allege it designed Facebook and Instagram to hook kids…
Whistleblower Arturo Béjar leads testimony in landmark trial against Meta
The former Meta employee testified that the company culture prioritized user numbers over child safety measures.
‘Profits won.’ The child safety trial against Meta kicks off in federal court
Opening arguments are underway in a trial that pits four states against the company that owns Facebook and Instagram. They…
Meta heads to court in a landmark trial about kids and social media addiction
Four states are suing the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, alleging that the platforms were designed to hook kids…
Court orders Instagram and Facebook’s Meta to pay $567M to address kids’ mental health online
Judge Bryan Biedscheid said in a ruling late Thursday that the bulk of the money will be used for treatment…
Shy on the dance floor? Virtual reality ‘partners’ aim to help you find your groove
VR dance lesson apps like Dance Guru and Trip the Light offer a judgment-free way to learn partner dancing.