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Meta avoids youth mental health trial as teen plaintiff drops lawsuit

Meta avoids youth mental health trial as teen plaintiff drops lawsuit

A 15-year-old plaintiff has withdrawn his legal claims against Meta, ending a scheduled trial concerning allegations that social media platforms affect youth mental health.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 01:31 ·Elena Voss 3 min read
EU mandates Google and Android open smartphone systems to rival AI agents

EU mandates Google and Android open smartphone systems to rival AI agents

The European Union issued binding mandates requiring Google to open its Android system and search data to third-party artificial intelligence developers. The directive aims to allow rival AI agents to gain system-level functionality currently reserved for native assistants like Gemini.

Technology ·19 Jul 2026, 22:34 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
OpenAI discusses giving 5 percent stake to US government

OpenAI discusses giving 5 percent stake to US government

The proposal aims to align private AI development with public interests through an entity modeled after the Alaska Permanent Fund. OpenAI executives are engaging with administration officials regarding this potential legislative initiative.

Business ·2 Jul 2026, 13:01 ·Elena Voss 3 min read