Lawmakers and experts from both parties are sounding the alarm over the FBI’s use of Section 702 of FISA. They argue it’s being used for warrantless spying on Americans and must be reformed or allowed to expire in April 2026.
YouTube TV is shaking up its model with new, cheaper packages. The service, which now costs $82.99, will offer over 10 genre-specific plans starting in early 2026.
The U.S. Trade Representative has voiced sharp concerns over the EU’s enforcement actions against American tech companies. This comes immediately after a major fine against Elon Musk’s X platform, testing the promises of a recent trade agreement.
President Trump announced plans for an executive order this week to set federal AI rules and override state-level regulations. The move aims to prevent companies from needing “50 Approvals” but could spark major legal battles over states’ rights and AI governance.
The European Commission has fined X €120 million (about $140 million) for multiple breaches of the Digital Services Act. The charges center on the deceptive design of its paid verification system and failures in ad transparency and data access for researchers. X now has 60 to 90 days to respond with
A push by House Republicans to preempt state AI laws has been rejected from a defense bill. It’s the second time this year the idea has faced bipartisan pushback. The fight over who gets to regulate AI is far from over.
A new model for online child safety is hitting Congress. The App Store Accountability Act would put the burden of age verification on Apple and Google. Supporters say it’s simpler, but critics warn of privacy risks and legal challenges.
Missouri residents are scrambling for VPNs as the state’s new age verification law takes effect. Google searches for VPN services have doubled since Saturday, with many turning to potentially risky free options to protect their privacy.
The European Union has reached a provisional agreement that would fundamentally shift liability for payment fraud. Payment service providers would be required to reimburse customers under certain conditions, while online platforms could be held liable if they fail to remove fraudulent content.
European lawmakers are calling for a major crackdown on kids’ social media access. The proposal would require parental approval for teens 13-16 and completely block younger children from platforms.
