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Federal Judge Blocks Mississippi Law Requiring Social Media to Restrict Access to Children

Federal Judge Blocks Mississippi Law Requiring Social Media to Restrict Access to Children

A US District Court judge blocked the Mississippi state government from enforcing a new law requiring social media users to verify their ages and restrict access by minors to sites if they lack parental permission or consent.


Figma Temporarily Removes AI Tool Accused of Imitating Apple’s Weather App Design

Figma CEO Dylan Field says the business will temporarily suspend its Make Design AI tool, which was accused of copying Apple's Weather app.

Australia Demands Porn Sites, Big Tech to Beef Up Child Safety Measures

The Australian eSafety Commissioner revealed that it gave the internet industry half a year to develop an enforceable code of conduct to prevent children from seeing pornographic content and other inappropriate material online.

POLYN Technology Paves the Way for Smart Tire Advancements

Efforts to integrate effective vibration sensors into smart tires have faced challenges related to energy consumption and practicality. Current sensors consume too much energy, leading to frequent battery replacements. Their short lifespans make them impractical and costly. While many have struggled to find a way around these limitations, one company has succeeded. POLYN Technology specializes in fabless semiconductor solutions integrating pre-trained AI models into its Neuromorphic Analog Signal Processors (NASP).


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Paramount, Skydance Re-Negotiate Merger Deal: Report
The preliminary merger deal between National Amusements, Paramount Global, and Skydance Media appeared to have been reignited after abandoning it due to shareholder dispute.
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ALEX, a crypto project building decentralized finance (DeFi) on Bitcoin, is back in full force after being attacked in May, which resulted in unauthorized access and subsequent loss of funds—a proof of ALEX's determination and commitment.
British Businessman Found Dead, Floating Near Greek Island After Night Out
A 44-year-old British businessman from Essex, was tragically found dead with head injuries in the sea off the Greek island of Spestes after becoming separated from friends during a night out.
FTC and Arise Virtual Solutions Agree to $7 Million Settlement for Misleading Gig Workers
The FTC has settled with Arise Virtual Solutions, requiring the company to pay $7 million for misleading gig workers about potential earnings and unlawfully requiring them to cover expenses.
Turkey Extends Social Media Restrictions Amid Anti-Syrian Riots
Social media platforms remain inaccessible for a second day in central Turkey and parts of the south due to ongoing anti-Syrian riots, prompting residents to rely on VPN services to access popular sites amidst the unrest.
Google Blames AI in Carbon Emissions Rise, Challenging 2030 Net Zero Pledge
Google's annual sustainability report revealed that despite efforts, the company's carbon emissions continued to rise in part due to challenges related to AI.
FTC Blocks Tempur Sealy's Acquisition of Mattress Firm Over Competition Concerns
The Federal Trade Commission has voted to prevent mattress maker Tempur Sealy from acquiring retail chain Mattress Firm, citing concerns that the merger would stifle competition.
Temu and Shein's High Airfreight Demand Drives Up Global Shipping Prices
Chinese e-commerce giants Temu and Shein have significantly increased global airfreight prices, leading to limited capacity and heightened costs akin to peak holiday periods.
FDA Approves Eli Lilly's Alzheimer’s Drug Donanemab, Expanding US Treatment Options
The FDA has approved Eli Lilly’s Alzheimer’s drug donanemab, branded as Kisunla, for early symptomatic adults, providing a new treatment option for nearly 7 million Americans affected by the disease.