Edward Davila

A federal judge dismissed most of a privacy lawsuit against LinkedIn over its Insight Tag feature, which users claimed collected sensitive medical data without consent. The judge left one claim alleging intrusion on seclusion, noting LinkedIn's tracking technology likely captured health information despite disclosures. Plaintiffs argued the feature monetized intercepted data via targeted ads.

Tech companies including TikTok, Meta, and Google are challenging California's Senate Bill 976, which restricts personalized social media feeds for minors, arguing it violates their First Amendment rights. They claim the law regulates editorial decisions and algorithms, while California contends the algorithms prioritize engagement over safety, potentially exposing minors to harmful content.