Meta, TikTok and Google Argue California's Upcoming Law Violates First Amendment Rights
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Meta, TikTok and Google are challenging a California law set to take effect next year, arguing it violates First Amendment rights and exceeds regulatory boundaries.
Meta, TikTok and Google are arguing that a new California law, set to take effect next year, violates First Amendment rights and oversteps regulatory boundaries. The companies' position was reported by Reuters, as cited in this coverage.
How we got here: earlier coverage
- Oct 27Instagram's Adam Mosseri and Michael Shellenberger Oppose Parts of Australia's Proposed Algorithmic Opt-Out
Instagram chief Adam Mosseri and commentator Michael Shellenberger have separately opposed aspects of Australia's proposed algorithmic opt-out regulations.
- Sep 27TikTok implements teen usage restrictions under Alabama settlement
TikTok agreed to teen usage restrictions in Alabama mirroring provisions Meta accepted in a California settlement.
- Sep 24YouTube refuses to participate in Meta's settlement over teen harms
YouTube CEO Neal Mohan told CNN the platform won't join Meta's settlement, citing its existing youth safety investments.
- Aug 28Meta's $18 Billion Settlement and What It Could Mean for Social Media's Future
Meta's $18 billion settlement includes broader provisions aimed at forcing other social platforms to adopt similar teen safety restrictions.