Social media faces a significant turning point with major rulings on child harm.
Social Media Companies Found Liable for Harm to Children We’re witnessing a significant shift regarding social media accountability. Recently, two juries—one in New Mexico and another in California—made groundbreaking decisions, marking the first time social media companies have been held accountable for harming minors. This is truly historic. The verdict from the Los Angeles trial […]
Larry Fink suggests changes to Social Security to broaden investment options
Concerns Over Social Security and Medicare Funds A recent discussion among a panel from the Big Money Show brought attention to alarming analysis regarding the financial health of Social Security and Medicare. They warned that without immediate action from Washington, retirees could face significant cuts in their benefits. BlackRock’s CEO, Larry Fink, emphasized the necessity […]
Ways to limit ad tracking and data sharing on social media
Take Control of Your Online Privacy Social media platforms gather more data about you than you might think. They track your clicks, interactions, and even your location, ultimately creating a detailed profile of your online habits. However, the good news is that you can regain some control over your data privacy with a few straightforward […]
Tech Companies, Including Meta, Hit with Thousands of Lawsuits Following Key Social Media Addiction Case
Recent jury decisions against major social media firms have triggered a wave of lawsuits claiming these platforms are harming children’s mental health. In two pivotal cases, jurors found against social media giants, hinting at a possible shift in how courts regard the responsibilities of tech companies toward younger users. This could represent a significant moment […]
Missouri v. Biden agreement prevents federal government from influencing social media.
Settlement Limits Government Influence on Social Media Republican attorneys general are celebrating a significant First Amendment victory following a lawsuit against the Biden administration. This stems from settlements reached by Louisiana and Missouri that restrict federal agencies from pressuring social media platforms regarding their content moderation practices. Liz Murrill, the Attorney General of Louisiana, described […]
Meta and Google confront challenges similar to those faced by the tobacco industry following social media addiction rulings
Meta and Google have hit a troubling point in their history, similar to what tobacco companies faced long ago, as they experienced two significant legal losses this week. Experts suggest that these challenges are just the tip of the iceberg. This week, a jury in Los Angeles found that both Google and Meta, led by […]
Social Security bankruptcy: How a ‘six figure limit’ on benefits for the very rich could extend the program’s life by 7 vital years
As concerns about America’s escalating deficit and debt grow, there’s been a troubling lack of focus on a crisis that might significantly affect millions of older Americans. In just under seven years, the Social Security Retirement Trust Fund is projected to go bankrupt, leading to automatic, substantial benefit cuts under federal law. The bipartisan Committee […]
Parents of social media victims to Big Tech after addiction trial verdict: ‘Our fight isn’t finished’
Families of social media victims gathered on Wednesday to celebrate a significant court ruling that concluded that the platforms operated by Meta and Google were intentionally designed to foster addiction. However, they emphasized that their fight is far from over. With visible emotion, the parents stood outside the courthouse, holding heartwarming photos of their children. […]
The least convincing case against social media prevails, and lawyers are now gathering.
California Jury Rules Against Google and Meta Once upon a time, Google had a motto: “Don’t be evil.” However, after a big organizational shake-up in 2015, it shifted to “doing the right thing.” This week, a California jury suggested that neither motto really applied anymore. In a notable verdict, the jury found that both Google […]
A plan suggests limiting Social Security to $100,000. Will it succeed?
Updated March 25, 2026, 6:30 PM ET A think tank based in Washington is suggesting that annual Social Security benefits for married couples be capped at $100,000 in an effort to address the growing deficit in the retirement trust fund. On the surface, it seems reasonable—after all, only the wealthiest Americans would be able to […]