OpenAI Whistleblower Found Dead After Exposing Copyright Concerns
Former OpenAI researcher Suchir Balaji, who recently exposed alleged copyright violations in AI training data, was found dead in his San Francisco apartment. The 26-year-old's death comes shortly after his public criticism of the company's data practices and amid ongoing lawsuits.
Apple Faces $1.2 Billion Lawsuit Over iCloud CSAM Detection Failure
A major lawsuit seeks damages from Apple for failing to implement child abuse material detection on iCloud, despite having developed the technology. The case highlights the complex balance between digital privacy and user safety, with potential damages exceeding $1.2 billion.
Apple Faces $1.2B Lawsuit Over Abandoned Child Safety Scanning Feature
A child abuse survivor is suing Apple for withdrawing its planned CSAM detection system for iCloud, seeking damages exceeding $1.2 billion. The lawsuit represents thousands of victims and challenges Apple's balance between user privacy and child protection measures.
Apple Prevails in iCloud Free Storage Lawsuit, Court Upholds 5GB Limit
A U.S. Appeals Court has dismissed claims that Apple deceived users about iCloud's free 5GB storage tier. The ruling rejected arguments that staying within the limit was impossible, noting some plaintiffs maintained free accounts and users could disable the service.
Amazon Faces Discrimination Lawsuit Over Prime Delivery Restrictions in DC Neighborhoods
DC's attorney general is suing Amazon for allegedly excluding two predominantly Black neighborhoods from Prime's fastest delivery service while still charging full membership fees. The lawsuit claims Amazon secretly switched to slower third-party carriers in these areas without informing customers.
Delaware Court Denies Musk's Appeal to Reinstate $56 Billion Tesla Pay Package
Delaware judge Kathaleen McCormick upheld her decision to void Elon Musk's record-breaking $56 billion Tesla compensation package, rejecting attempts to ratify it through shareholder votes. The ruling represents a significant setback for Musk, who had previously moved Tesla's incorporation from Delaware to Texas in protest.
Apple Faces Employee Privacy Lawsuit Over Alleged Secret Surveillance
A new lawsuit claims Apple secretly monitors employees' personal devices while publicly advocating for user privacy. The case, filed by advertising technology team leader Amar Bhakta, alleges extensive surveillance of workers' personal iCloud accounts and devices continues even after employment ends.
Elon Musk Seeks Court Injunction to Block OpenAI's For-Profit Transformation
Tech billionaire Elon Musk files legal challenge to prevent OpenAI from becoming a for-profit entity and lifting investor restrictions. The lawsuit highlights tensions between open AI research and commercial interests, with potential industry-wide implications.
X Claims Universal Ownership of User Accounts in Controversial InfoWars Legal Battle
Elon Musk's X platform asserts ownership of all user accounts in a bizarre court filing attempting to block The Onion's acquisition of InfoWars. This unprecedented legal maneuver contradicts standard practices and Musk's previous positions on account transfers.
Intel Faces Legal Battle Over Faulty Raptor Lake CPU Voltage Issues
A class action lawsuit alleges Intel knowingly sold defective 13th and 14th generation processors with voltage control problems that can permanently damage computers. Despite user complaints since launch, Intel's delayed software fix reportedly impacts performance while leaving many prebuilt system owners without recourse.