TikTok and the US Face Off in Court Over Law That Could Lead to Ban on Platform
TikTok argues the law runs afoul of the First Amendment while other opponents claim it mirrors crackdowns sometimes seen in authoritarian countries abroad.
Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Utah Social Media Law Aimed at Protecting Children
The judge wrote that the state has not articulated a compelling state interest in violating the First Amendment rights of the social media companies.
Texas Parents Gain New Tools To Control Their Teen’s Social Media Use
A judge blocked a major piece of the law, saying “a state cannot pick and choose which categories of protected speech it wishes to block teenagers from discussing online.”
She Took a ‘Ballot Selfie.’ Now She’s Suing the Elections Board for Laws That Ban It
The complaint argues North Carolina's ballot photography laws violate the First Amendment, adding that it would need to demonstrate real concerns of vote-buying schemes.
Justice Department Sues TikTok, Accusing the Company of Illegally Collecting Children’s Data
The latest lawsuit focuses on allegations that TikTok violated a federal law that requires kid-oriented apps and websites to get parental consent before collecting personal information of children under 13.
Senate Passes Bill To Protect Kids Online, Make Tech Companies Accountable for Harmful Content
The bill, which passed 91-3, has been pushed by parents of children who died by suicide after online bullying or have otherwise been harmed by online content.
Justice Department Says TikTok Collected US User Views on Issues Like Abortion and Gun Control
TikTok has heavily leaned on arguments that the potential ban violates the First Amendment because it bars the app from continued speech unless it attracts a new owner.
Senate To Consider Bills That Aim To Protect Children and Teenagers Online
The legislation would create what is called a “duty of care” — a legal term that requires companies to take reasonable steps to prevent harm on online platforms minors will likely use.