Meta has agreed to a $17 billion settlement that rewrites how teens use Instagram and Facebook. The deal imposes algorithmic limits, time caps, and stricter data rules to curb harmful exposure.
Instagram chief Adam Mosseri takes the stand in a federal trial, denying that he instructs his team to hide data that could expose Meta to legal risk. The case highlights the limited uptake of safety features among teens before the platform's default settings were changed.
Uber’s 2026 teen‑account upgrade streams live video from a driver’s selfie camera straight to parents, sparking fierce privacy debates. The move reshapes ride‑hail safety tech and forces the industry to rethink consent.
