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Court Halts California Social Media Restrictions
A federal appellate panel has temporarily blocked enforcement of a California law that would have restricted social media platforms from algorithmically recommending posts to minors without parental consent. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals issued an injunction against the Protecting Our Kids From Social Media Addiction Act (SB976), pending a final ruling on its constitutionality. Tech industry group NetChoice challenged the law, arguing it infringes on First Amendment rights. California Attorney General Rob Bonta defended the measure, citing concerns about children’s mental health. A full hearing is set for April. Read More – MediaPost Rating
Google Appeals Android App Store Monopoly Ruling
Google is urging a federal appeals court to overturn a jury’s verdict that found its Android app store to be an illegal monopoly. The company argues the trial was unfairly conducted, claiming the case’s market definition differed from a similar Apple trial. Epic Games, which brought the lawsuit, maintains that Google abuses its dominance by charging excessive commissions. Appeals judges questioned Google’s claims but expressed concerns over procedural issues in the lower court trial. A ruling is expected in the coming months. Read More – Associated Press Rating
China Launches Antitrust Probe Into Google Amid Trade Tensions
China has announced an antitrust investigation into Google, alongside new tariffs on U.S. imports, as tensions with Washington escalate. While Google services are largely blocked in China, the company maintains a presence in the country for ad sales and cloud services. Experts suggest the probe may focus on Google’s Android dominance, potentially as leverage in the U.S.-China trade dispute. Google has faced similar antitrust cases in multiple countries. The company has not yet commented on the investigation. Read More – Associated Press Rating
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