CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT
Google faces UK court over app store charges
A class action lawsuit against Google opens in London Tuesday, with the technology giant accused of earning excessive commissions from its app store, impacting 20 million UK consumers and businesses. Google meanwhile reached a £260-million settlement in a class action brought on behalf of thousands of UK developers, which was approved by the Competition Appeal Tribunal last month.
McDonald’s sued in US over alleged AI-powered price coordination across franchises
McDonald's is facing a federal lawsuit for allegedly coordinating prices with franchises using an AI-powered pricing system. The complaint claims this practice violates US antitrust laws by fixing prices unlawfully. Furthermore, the lawsuit cites a Reuters article discussing the use of AI for pricing by various fast-food companies. McDonald's denies the allegations and asserts that franchisees set their own prices independently.
US judge blocks Trump policy of fining migrants up to $1.8 million
A federal judge in Boston ruled against the Trump administration's fines on migrants failing to leave the US. This ruling followed a class-action lawsuit asserting the fines were unlawfully imposed. Judge George O'Toole noted these penalties could lead to financial ruin for affected individuals. The Department of Homeland Security had issued over 103,000 fines, amounting to approximately $84 billion.
Starbucks sued over 'sugar-free' claims for protein beverages
Consumers accused Starbucks of trying to capitalize on the desire of 75% of Americans to reduce or eliminate sugar consumption. They also said Starbucks failed to provide federally required disclaimers that the protein beverages are not low-calorie food or meant for weight control.
Hey Siri, how did Apple’s early lead in AI turn into a race to catch up?
Apple helped popularise voice assistants, then fell behind as rivals raised the bar. Fifteen years after Siri’s iPhone debut, a long-delayed overhaul puts its comeback to the test.
Johnnie Walker parent Diageo defeats false-labelling lawsuit over ‘100% agave’ tequilas
Diageo has been cleared of allegations claiming that its Casamigos and Don Julio tequilas were falsely labeled. A federal judge found insufficient evidence to support claims of consumer deception in the labeling. Plaintiffs argued that they would have chosen different products had they known the truth about the tequila labels. The ruling may be reconsidered according to the plaintiffs' attorney statements following the decision.
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US Supreme Court lets Trump administration resume third-country deportations
The US Supreme Court has permitted the deportation of migrants to third countries without the chance to present their concerns. This decision supports the Trump administration's immigration policies aimed at rapid expulsions. Many deported migrants have faced severe risks, including potential persecution and violence in these third countries. Legal challenges continue as human rights groups advocate for the rights of affected individuals.
Anthropic’s Road to IPO: Funding, valuation, Claude growth and legal battles
Anthropic is preparing for a closely watched U.S. IPO after rapid growth in funding, valuation and revenue. The Claude maker faces legal and regulatory challenges while expanding AI capabilities, cloud partnerships and commercial operations. Its potential listing could offer investors insight into frontier AI economics, governance, capital requirements and growth expectations.
Anthropic's path from AI startup to industry-defining IPO
Anthropic's IPO prospectus, reviewed by Reuters, laid out a sweeping vision in which AI would reshape the global economy more profoundly than industrialization, electricity and the internet, as the Claude maker moved closer to what could be the first listing by a frontier AI lab.
1.7 million pounds of sugar recalled across 8 US states; FDA cites key reason behind the big move; check if your state is on the list
A significant recall of nearly 1.7 million pounds of sugar products has been announced by the US FDA. The affected sugar products may contain wheat kernels, which pose an allergen risk to consumers. These products are sold under the United, Good & Gather, and Crystal Sugar brands distributed across multiple states. Batches of light brown and powdered sugar with specific batch numbers are included in the recall.
Apple may pay iPhone users up to $95 - check if you qualify before the deadline and how to claim money from Apple’s $250 million Siri settlement explained
Apple lawsuit claim: Apple’s $250 million Siri settlement is now accepting claims from eligible U.S. iPhone owners. Those who qualify could receive up to $95 per device, depending on valid claims. Find out which iPhone models qualify, how to file a claim and why December 21 matters for eligible customers.
Anthropic, OpenAI, SpaceXAI, Google face federal antitrust lawsuit over calls to slowdown AI development
According to a news report by Politico, the complaint filed in the Northern District Court of California, claims that public statements made earlier this month amounted to an illegal business agreement between competitors under US antitrust law. The matter began with Anthropic Chief Executive Officer Dario Amodei issuing a public plea for "industry-wide coordination" to "pace the frontier" of artificial intelligence advancement.
Cognizant’s US immigration troubles: From visa lawsuits to latest green-card filing suspension
Cognizant’s US immigration practices are back under scrutiny after authorities suspended its employment-based green-card filings amid a federal fraud investigation. The action follows years of declining H-1B activity and earlier court scrutiny of the IT major’s visa-related employment policies.
Amazon faces class action alleging widespread discrimination against pregnant workers
Amazon faces a nationwide class action lawsuit alleging discrimination against pregnant workers. The suit claims the company denied basic accommodations and fired employees for taking time off. One plaintiff was fired after a hospitalization for a pregnancy-related emergency. Amazon states it provides accommodations to tens of thousands of employees annually. The lawsuit seeks lost pay, punitive damages, and an injunction against discrimination.
Data at law firms Quinn Emanuel, McDermott exposed in cyber breaches
It was not clear who was responsible for the two breaches or whether they were related. Large law firms' extensive holdings of confidential business and personal data have made them attractive targets for cybercriminals.
Meta puts guardrails in place for AI glasses after privacy concerns raises
Meta has updated its AI glasses privacy features after user filming concerns arose. The company disabled cameras if the recording light is tampered with. A class action lawsuit accuses Meta of misrepresenting privacy practices regarding its AI glasses. Meta previously stored captured content for training its artificial intelligence models. The tech giant is now increasing public awareness about its smart glasses.
US judge blocks Trump's newest order limiting birthright citizenship
A federal judge blocked an executive order limiting birthright citizenship. This order targeted "birth tourism" and children of foreign government employees. Immigrant rights advocates had previously challenged a similar Trump administration effort. The Supreme Court had rejected the initial order as unconstitutional. The judge expressed skepticism and allowed further legal arguments.
US passport rules may change: Parents could need to prove citizenship or immigration status for children
New US State Department guidance may require parental citizenship proof for child passports. This proposal aims to implement President Donald Trump's executive order on birthright citizenship. Parents could submit documents like US passports or birth certificates to prove their status. The department will use this information to determine child eligibility under the executive order. This change adds a new documentation requirement for some parents applying for children's passports.
Trump birthright curbs may prompt US passport checks on parents
The US State Department has proposed requiring parents seeking passports for children born in America to provide proof of their citizenship or immigration status. The draft guidance seeks to implement President Donald Trump’s latest order targeting “birth tourism” and could limit citizenship for children in specific circumstances, despite ongoing legal challenges.
HDFC Bank’s next CEO faces growth and margin test
HDFC Bank is searching for a new chief executive officer. The bank faces challenges in integrating its merger and reviving retail lending. Its stock has declined significantly this year, impacting investor confidence. The new leader must improve loan growth and core profitability. Kaizad Bharucha is a leading internal candidate for the role.
Judge in Google privacy class action awards lawyers $147 million in legal fees
US District Judge Richard Seeborg in San Francisco granted the fee request by law firms Boies Schiller Flexner, Susman Godfrey and Morgan & Morgan over objections from some class members. A jury in September found Google liable for secretly collecting app activity data from millions of users who had disabled a tracking feature.
Child abuse victim sues Elon Musk's xAI over AI-generated images
The complaint, lodged Wednesday in the Northern District of California by an anonymous plaintiff identified as Jane Doe 1, alleges that xAI designed Grok to alter real photographs of identifiable people into sexual content and then published the results directly to the X social media platform (formerly Twitter).
HDFC Bank shares fall 2% to fresh 52-week low, tumble 30% in 10 months. What lies ahead?
HDFC Bank shares fell to a fresh 52-week low after a US investor filed a securities fraud class-action lawsuit against the bank and two senior executives. HDFC Bank called the allegations meritless and said it would defend the case vigorously, adding to recent concerns weighing on the stock.
Meta settlement opens new front in global fight over social media harm
Meta's up to $18 billion settlement with nearly 50 US states over social media harm to teenagers has opened a new front in a global government fight to protect children and curb addiction to platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.
Kroger savings club settlement: You may be eligible for payment in $17 million class-action settlement over pricing claims; check eligibility, deadline, payout and more
Kroger customers may receive a share of a proposed $17 million class-action settlement. This settlement addresses allegations of overcharging for generic prescription drugs. Eligible customers filled prescriptions using insurance between December 2018 and August 2026. The lawsuit claims Kroger did not account for lower Savings Club prices. Customers must file claims by December 21, 2026, for potential payment.
Fireflies CEO Krish Ramineni wants to turn its AI notetaker into an ‘action-taker’
Over the next year, Fireflies plans to add more than a dozen capabilities beyond meetings, according to Ramineni.
Lawyers square off in fight over voice data used to train AI
Ross Kimbarovsky of Loevy & Loevy is representing the plaintiffs - a group of journalists, podcasters and audiobook narrators - in the proposed class action lawsuits. He said each of the defendants faces hundreds of millions of dollars in potential damages.
Rick Jackson linked to $3 million settlement involving thousands of immigrant nurses
Rick Jackson's company, Avant Healthcare Professionals, settled a lawsuit for three million dollars. Thousands of foreign-born nurses accused the company of exploiting their labor. This settlement contrasts with Jackson's hardline immigration campaign message. Avant recruited nurses legally, while Jackson focused on illegal immigration enforcement. The case highlights the complexities of legal immigration and business interests.
Six years, one homecoming: Tracing Harry and Meghan's path back to Britain
In a notable shift, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are making their way back to the United Kingdom accompanied by their children, Archie and Lilibet. This return hints at a reconciliation with the British royal family. The children are gearing up for education in British schools, while the couple will retain their non-working roles within the royal framework, planning to live in a secluded home beyond London.
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