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Federal Judge Allows Copyright Lawsuit Against Meta to Proceed
Following a federal judge’s ruling, a lawsuit accusing Meta of using copyrighted material without consent to train its AI models will move forward. The case, brought by authors including Sarah Silverman, claims that Meta and OpenAI used their works without permission and intentionally removed copyright management information. Internal communications suggest that Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg approved using “likely pirated” material for AI training. The ruling allows the case to proceed, potentially exposing Meta to significant penalties and setting a legal precedent for AI-related copyright issues. (Read More) [Social Media Today Rating]
DHS Conducting Polygraph Tests on Employees Over Media Leaks
Under Secretary Kristi Noem, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has started administering polygraph tests to employees suspected of leaking immigration operation details to the media. Noem defended the move on Face the Nation, stating the department uses its full authority to ensure national security and uphold Trump administration policies. While polygraph tests are standard in federal hiring, this appears to be the first time they are used specifically to investigate leaks. Noem has warned that identified leakers could face felony charges and up to 10 years in prison. (Read More) [Poynter Rating]
Trump Suggests Extending April 5 Deadline for TikTok Sale
President Donald Trump has indicated that the April 5 deadline for TikTok to find a U.S.-based buyer could be extended if a deal is not finalized. TikTok, owned by Chinese company ByteDance, was initially set to be banned under a law upheld by the Supreme Court in January. Several potential buyers have emerged, including former Dodgers owner Frank McCourt, investor Kevin O’Leary, and top creator MrBeast. Major tech firms like Microsoft, Oracle, and Tesla have also been mentioned as possible bidders. China’s approval remains a key factor in any sale. (Read More) [Adweek Rating]
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