Perplexity is being sued over allegations that its 'Incognito Mode' is misleading, claiming the company harvests user chat data for ad revenue despite marketing the feature as private.
Jessy·
Courts in New Mexico and Los Angeles ruled that Meta and YouTube's recommendation engines are 'defective,' challenging the traditional legal protections of tech platforms.
Jessy·
A New Mexico jury found Meta liable for misleading users about product safety for minors, resulting in a $375 million penalty. This case marks a major legal precedent for social media platforms.
Mark·
Arizona has filed historic criminal charges against the prediction market Kalshi, labeling it an 'illegal gambling business.' This case sets up a massive legal showdown over federal preemption vs. state power. A defeat for Kalshi could cripple the US prediction market industry, potentially driving users toward offshore, unregulated platforms.
Leo·
Grammarly is facing a class-action lawsuit led by journalist Julia Angwin for allegedly turning professional writers into 'AI personas' without consent. The case tests California's 'Right of Publicity' laws as regulators like the FTC ramp up scrutiny. Combined with data leaks at Lloyds Bank and warnings from Cambridge about AI toys, the industry faces an accountability crisis over data usage and safety.
Mark·
Anthropic has sued the U.S. Department of Defense over its designation as a 'supply chain risk,' which bars its technology from federal procurement. The lawsuit challenges the government's legal authority to de-platform domestic firms without due process. This occurs amidst turmoil at OpenAI, where executives are resigning over similar military ties, signaling a major rift in the tech-defense relationship.
Jessy·
Grammarly is under fire for using expert identities for AI feedback without consent, raising major 'Right of Publicity' concerns. Meanwhile, Nintendo is suing the U.S. government for tariff refunds, and Elon Musk has failed to block a California transparency law. These cases signal a major push for legal accountability in AI ethics, international trade, and data transparency.
Jessy·
New York State is suing Valve, alleging its 'loot box' system constitutes illegal gambling. The state argues that virtual items hold cashable market value, a move that could fundamentally alter gaming industry monetization.
Mark·