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Child Pornography Suspect Arrested After Skipping Bail, Fleeing to Mexico

Phoenix police have announced the capture of Glenn Bales, a fugitive who skipped bail on child pornography charges and fled to Mexico. Bales, 51, was initially arrested in November 2018 on 10 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor.

Federal Court Blocks Two Provisions in California Social Media Law

A federal court has blocked two provisions of a California law aimed at protecting children from the addictions of social media.

Apple Seeks Role in Google Antitrust Case Over $20B Revenue-Sharing Deal

Apple has requested to participate in the next phase of the ongoing antitrust trial against Google, emphasizing that it cannot rely on Google to defend the revenue-sharing agreements that benefit both companies. The iPhone maker argues that these agreements, which make Google the default search engine on Apple's Safari browser, are central to its financial success, contributing up to $20 billion annually. In court documents, Apple stated that it received an estimated $20 billion from this arrangement in 2022 alone.

French Authorities Arrest 95 Individuals Tied to International Child Pornography Network

French authorities have dismantled a massive international child pornography network, arresting 95 individuals as part of an investigation led by the National Gendarmerie.

Newsom Signs Bill Limiting Smartphone Use in California Schools

California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) signed a bill that requires "every school district, charter school and county office of education to adopt a policy limiting or prohibiting the use of smartphones by July 1, 2026.”

Gov. Hochul Considers Smartphone Ban in New York Schools to Enhance Safety and Focus on Learning

Gov. Kathy Hochul (D-NY) is contemplating a ban on smartphones in New York schools to improve student safety and ensure their attention remains on...

European Commission Launches Antitrust Investigations into Big Tech Companies

The European Union announced this week that it was opening an investigation into Google’s parent Alphabet, Meta and Apple over possible violations under the Digital Markets Act.

Legal Showdown: Justice Department Alleges Apple’s Monopolistic Practices in Smartphone Market

The United States has launched a groundbreaking legal action against Apple, alleging the tech behemoth has monopolized the smartphone market and stifled competition. In the...

Senate Staffer Behind Gay Porn Tape Fired

The U.S. Senate staffer allegedly behind a gay porn video filmed in a room inside the Heart Senate Office building has been fired by Senator Ben Cardin's (D-MD) office.

Declassified Report Reveals U.S. Gov’t Bought Americans’ Personal Data

"This report reveals what we feared most," according to policy attorney at Demand Progress Sean Vitka.

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