Meta, Google, and TikTok sue California AG over teen social media law

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Meta, Google, and TikTok have filed lawsuits against California Attorney General Rob Bonta to block AB 1709, a law slated to take effect next year that restricts addictive features for users under 16. The companies argue the law violates the First Amendment, is preempted by Section 230, and infringes on user privacy through required age verification. Digital safety and privacy advocates have also raised concerns that the legislation compromises user privacy and cuts youth off from essential information. Open article →

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