TIKTOK DATA PRIVACY COMPLAINT

Google, Meta, TikTok sue to block California youth social media law

The law, known as Assembly Bill 1709, prohibits such platforms from offering underage children "psychologically exploitative features" that could lead to compulsive use, such as providing personal recommendations and sending videos through autoplay features. It also requires the deletion of children's accounts with those features.

Karnataka to train 5,000 government school teachers in AI literacy under JanAI initiative

Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced the programme at the Namma Shaale, Namma Javabdarievent at Vidhana Soudha on November 4. The 12-month initiative, scheduled to run from January to December 2027, will be implemented by the Head Held High Foundation in collaboration with the Department of School Education and Literacy.

Jordan Love and wife Ronika Stone troll NFL with 'blind referees' Halloween costumes - Watch viral video

Jordan Love and his wife Ronika Stone created a humorous Halloween video dressed as blind referees. Their costumes and antics mocked NFL officiating amidst growing frustrations from fans. This year, the Green Bay Packers faced various penalty issues, leading to dissatisfaction with calls made by officials. Love has shown impressive performance despite being frequently hit without receiving roughing the passer penalties.

TRAI's new Network Anubhav platform to map real-world network speeds, call quality

The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India recently introduced the Network Anubhav Platform for consumers. This new platform allows users to compare mobile and broadband networks based on location and performance. Consumers can view network tests, filter results, and make informed choices about service providers.

How to win Xbox Series X-BITE: Microsoft announces giveaway of custom alligator-inspired console worth $799

Microsoft has launched an exciting sweepstakes on social media for a unique Xbox Series X-BITE console and controller bundle. To participate, fans can enter via X, Instagram, and TikTok by completing specific actions and using the designated hashtag. Open to US residents aged 18 and older, the lucky winner will be randomly chosen and notified after the sweepstakes ends, with prize deliveries expected around eight weeks post-selection.

Unknown numbers adding you to WhatsApp groups? Android and iOS users can change this setting to protect privacy

WhatsApp users can prevent unknown people from adding them to unwanted groups by changing their group privacy settings. Under Settings, go to Privacy and select Groups. Choose My contacts or My contacts except to restrict who can add you. The setting applies to new groups and syncs across WhatsApp Web and Desktop.

Who Controls Customer Data? | Walmart CTO Suresh Kumar Answers

Tesla misled South Korean customers about automated-driving tech, consumer group alleges

Tesla has marketed Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software to prospective buyers in South Korea for years, often collecting lump-sum payments of 9.043 million won ($6,726).

Tesla misled South Korean customers about automated-driving tech, consumer group alleges

Tesla is facing a consumer complaint in South Korea over allegedly misleading customers by selling its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software to buyers whose vehicles cannot legally use it. The software, which was sold for a one-time payment of 9.043 million won ($6,726), is compatible with only about 20% of Tesla cars registered in the country, mainly US-made models.

Dreambeans now in India: What to know about Google’s personalised AI visual stories app

Google has launched its innovative Dreambeans app in India, aimed at transforming personal moments into captivating visual stories. By utilizing data from services like Gmail and Photos, the app crafts unique narratives that resonate with users' experiences. Privacy is prioritized, allowing users to curate what they share and disconnect services anytime.

US judge blocks Trump administration plan to flag suspected noncitizen voters

A US District Judge has ruled against the Trump administration's plans to tackle noncitizen voting. This ruling aims to protect eligible voters potentially affected by the administration's actions. The administration had been pressured to provide states with lists containing suspected noncitizen voters. Various legal setbacks have challenged these efforts before the upcoming midterm elections. The Justice Department's aggressive tactics have faced considerable opposition in the courts recently.

How to silence unknown callers on WhatsApp? A guide for Android and Apple iOS users

WhatsApp provides a feature enabling users to silence calls from unknown callers for privacy and convenience. Users can prevent interruptions from strangers and only receive calls from saved contacts. The app offers details about the unknown callers, such as country codes and group interactions. Users can easily adjust their settings on both Android and iOS devices to enable or disable this feature.

Does Snapchat cause depression, anxiety, eating disorders? A court trial that tells bold story against social media platforms

Social media companies face thousands of lawsuits in federal and state courts brought by individuals, school districts, municipalities and other government entities alleging the companies knowingly sought to addict children to their platforms.

Telcos to face up to Rs 20 lakh fine per quarter per circle for complaint redressal lapses

Telecom Regulatory Authority of India has introduced new rules for telecom operators and internet providers to enhance complaint redressal. These providers will face penalties up to Rs 20 lakh if they fail to resolve consumer complaints quickly. The rules require complaint centres to operate 24 hours with human representatives available for assistance. Consumers will now have a shorter time frame of 15 days to appeal complaint resolutions.

Zee 5 launches ZAP with Saptharushi to deliver privacy-first audience intelligence

Zee 5 has introduced the Zee 5 Audience Platform, called ZAP, to enhance advertising through targeted audience insights. The platform uses viewing behavior and consented signals from various sectors to optimize campaigns. It allows brands to create precise audience cohorts based on specific business objectives and viewing patterns.

Consent managers search for viable revenue model as registration nears

Consent managers are intended to help individuals manage, review and withdraw consent for the processing of their personal data, and they're required to be registered with the Data Protection Board of India (DPBI). A consent manager is data-blind, and processes metadata, consent artifacts, and cryptographic routing instructions.

A Tate McRae song is fuelling a TikTok money trend, and creators are showing how far they've come

Tate McRae's latest single 'Housewife' has gained significant popularity on TikTok since its October release. Users are creating various videos that explore themes of money, relationships, and personal aspirations. The song's lyrics have inspired many, leading to diverse interpretations about traditional family roles versus independence. Critics question whether the TikTok trend aligns with the song's original message of personal choice.

MeitY unveils DEPA handbook to enable trusted data sharing for AI training

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has launched a handbook on Data Empowerment and Protection Architecture. This handbook is designed to enhance collaboration on data for AI training while ensuring data control. IT Secretary S Krishnan emphasized the importance of responsible and secure data usage in India's AI ambitions. The handbook enables accountability and transparency by tracing data provenance throughout the training process.

Meta settles with teen during trial testing claims social media caused depression, eating disorders

Meta Platforms has settled with a teen plaintiff who accused the company of designing Instagram and Facebook to be addictive, causing her mental health problems

Cathay Pacific reports personal data security incident involving Amadeus IT

Cathay Pacific Airways has reported a data security incident linked to a third-party service provider. The incident reportedly affected around 53,000 bookings associated with the airline, due to unauthorized access to Amadeus' systems. Personal information such as booking references, passenger names, and flight details were accessed during the breach. However, investigations continue, and there is no evidence of access to financial or payment information.

41,000 US Homeland Security employee names leaked in major hack

A significant data breach has exposed personal details of more than 40,000 Department of Homeland Security employees. The leaked information includes identities, contact details, and job titles of various officials. Distributed Denial of Secrets claims responsibility for releasing the data, asserting a right to access such information. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed it is actively addressing the breach while ensuring employee protection.

What is Kenneth Card’s Texas Roadhouse complaint? TikToker claims he got the wrong steak 3 times. Here’s what the company says

Texas Roadhouse complaint: A Texas Roadhouse customer has gone viral after claiming he received sirloin instead of the filet mignon he ordered on three visits. The company confirmed one steak mix-up but said it could not verify that the problem happened three times.

Privacy group files complaints against Scale AI over alleged worker surveillance

The European digital privacy group, noyb, has launched several complaints against Scale AI across multiple nations, claiming the company improperly surveilled freelance workers engaged in AI data tasks. Investigative findings highlighted concerning tracking practices, including keystroke logging and persistent identity verification. Moreover, the use of game-like rewards has drawn prior regulatory attention. Freelancers reported challenges accessing their data, with requests often ignored by Outlier.