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law24 days ago•7 min saved

Big Tech Faces Landmark Trial Over Claims Social Apps Addict Children

Opening statements kick off a landmark LA County trial accusing Meta’s Instagram and Google’s YouTube of deliberately addicting children, backed by internal emails and studies. TikTok and Snap settled, leaving Meta and YouTube to defend themselves as a bellwether case (KGM) could shape thousands of similar suits. The eight‑week trial may influence whether First Amendment or Section 230 defenses apply to platform liability, with Meta and YouTube denying the charges and highlighting safeguards, and CEO Mark Zuckerberg expected to testify. Related cases in New Mexico and Oakland, plus rising global policy action, reflect broad scrutiny of how social media affects young users.

via cbsnews.com|

#child-safety #law #mental-health

business2 months ago•3 min saved

Billionaires' AI Stock Investments Signal Dominance Ahead of 2026

Billionaire hedge fund manager Philippe Laffont has invested about a third of his portfolio in six major AI stocks—Meta, Microsoft, Taiwan Semiconductor, Amazon, Nvidia, and Alphabet—believing they will dominate by 2026 due to ongoing AI infrastructure buildouts and increasing demand for computing power. These stocks are positioned to benefit from the expanding AI industry, making them attractive investments for the future.

via The Motley Fool|

#ai-stocks #business #future-growth

business2 months ago•2 min saved

Top AI Stocks to Watch for Long-Term Growth by 2026

Nvidia and Alphabet are competing to become the world's biggest company by 2026, with Nvidia currently leading in market cap but both showing strong growth driven by AI advancements. Market predictions suggest a close race, with both companies having a 35% chance of overtaking the other by the end of 2026, depending on their respective growth performances.

via Yahoo Finance|

#ai #alphabet #business

environment2 months ago•8 min saved

Michigan residents oppose data center expansion amid legislative and public protests

Residents in Michigan oppose a $7bn data center backed by major tech and political figures, citing environmental risks, increased energy costs, and loss of rural character, leading to legal battles and protests against the project.

via The Guardian|

#data-center #environment #environmental-impact

technology2 months ago•15 min saved

The Future of Wearable Tech: Smart Glasses Leading the Way

Tech giants are betting on smart glasses as the next big wearable device, aiming to make them a core part of personal computing with advancements in displays, mixed reality, and AI integration, potentially transforming how we interact with digital content on the go.

via Engadget|

#future-gadgets #mixed-reality #smart-glasses

market-outlook3 months ago•0 min saved

2026 Market Outlook: Key Predictions and Investment Strategies

The author predicts that by 2026, market dynamics will shift with increased competition among tech giants risking the S&P 500, a rebound in the energy sector due to sentiment and demand, and benefits for housing stocks from government and Fed policies, advising a focus on high-quality energy and housing companies for better risk/reward.

via Seeking Alpha|

#2026 #energy-sector #housing-stocks

business3 months ago•2 min saved

Michael Burry Warns of AI Bubble and Tech Sector Risks

Michael Burry warns of a $176 billion depreciation gap among major tech companies, highlighting significant financial risks in the sector.

via TipRanks|

#business #depreciation-gap #financial-warning

business3 months ago•4 min saved

Nvidia's Stock Surge and Future Outlook Amid Market and Geopolitical Challenges

The article highlights the ongoing and increasing investments in AI infrastructure by major tech companies like Meta, Alphabet, and Microsoft, which bodes well for Nvidia's growth as it benefits from the surge in demand for its data center GPUs, with expectations of strong sales and revenue growth in 2026 and beyond.

via The Motley Fool|

#ai-infrastructure #business #capital-expenditure

business4 months ago•2 min saved

AI Boom Sparks Record Valuations and Investor Caution

The AI boom continues to grow with major tech companies like Meta, Google, and Microsoft increasing their investments, fueling economic growth and industrial demand, though its impact on employment remains uncertain. The spending is driven by long-term productivity goals rather than immediate job creation, and the overall AI investment trend shows no signs of slowing down.

via Axios|

#ai-spending #business #economic-impact

business4 months ago•2 min saved

Tech Giants' AI Spending Sparks Market Caution

Tech giants Meta, Alphabet, and Microsoft are significantly increasing their investments in AI, with billions allocated to data centers and chips, driven by the AI boom that has boosted stock prices. While these investments are fueling optimism and outperforming the S&P 500, questions remain about their tangible returns, though recent earnings show strong profits for Microsoft and Alphabet.

via BBC|

#ai-investment #alphabet #business

politics4 months ago•6 min saved

Trump’s White House Ballroom: Funding, Impact, and Transformation

The White House revealed a list of 37 donors funding the over $300 million construction of a new ballroom, including major tech companies like Meta, Apple, and Google, defense contractors, and private family donors, with contributions directed through a nonprofit, emphasizing significant private support for the project without taxpayer funding.

via Fortune|

#ballroom-construction #donors #fundraising

technology4 months ago•4 min saved

Prince Harry and AI Experts Urge Ban on Superintelligence Development

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have joined a diverse group of public figures in calling for a ban on the development of AI superintelligence, citing risks to humanity and emphasizing the need for safety measures and broad consensus before proceeding with such technology.

via AP News|

#ai-safety #ai-superintelligence #meghan-markle

finance4 months ago•4 min saved

Stock Market's Historic Trends Point to Continued Growth and Major Moves

The US stock market's third anniversary of its bull run shows significant gains, driven mainly by tech giants, but concerns about overvaluation, concentration, and upcoming economic and political risks suggest the need for broader participation and caution for continued growth.

via Bloomberg.com|

#bull-market #finance #market-risk

business4 months ago•1 min saved

Meta and Apple Near EU Settlement on Antitrust and DMA Cases

Meta and Apple are nearing a settlement regarding European Union legal cases, potentially resolving ongoing regulatory issues involving these major tech companies.

via Financial Times|

#apple #business #eu-cases

business5 months ago•3 min saved

Jim Cramer Highlights Opportunities and Risks in Magnificent 7 Stocks

Jim Cramer challenges the notion that the Magnificent 7 tech stocks are nearing their peak, emphasizing their strong balance sheets, continuous reinvention, and strategic investments in AI as reasons to hold onto these giants despite concerns about their size and crowdedness.

via TheStreet|

#ai #business #jim-cramer