Platforms

Man Found Guilty for Illegally Selling Drugs Through Social Media, Highlights the Dark Side of Online Platforms

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CHARLESTON, South Carolina — A jury has convicted a South Carolina man for advertising the sale of drugs on social media platforms, according to the prosecutor. The verdict was reached after a trial in Charleston and marks a significant outcome in the fight against illegal drug sales in the state. The convicted man, whose name is being withheld due to privacy concerns, was found guilty on charges related to drug distribution and online drug trafficking. The prosecution presented evidence that the man used social media platforms to openly advertise the sale of drugs, reaching a … Read more

Nevada Attorney General Launches Lawsuits Against Social Media Giants, Accusing Platforms of Deliberately Addicting Youth

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Las Vegas, Nevada – Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford has filed civil lawsuits against several popular social media platforms, including TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger. The lawsuits allege that the algorithms used by these platforms have been intentionally designed to addict young users. According to Ford’s office, these addictive designs have led to various negative effects on the mental and physical health, privacy, and safety of young people. The lawsuits specifically point out features such as endless scrolling, disappearing content, and dopamine-inducing rewards as tactics used by these platforms to maximize usage and manipulate … Read more

Sarasota County Schools to Join Lawsuit Against Social Media Platforms Over Child Safety Concerns

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Sarasota County Schools in Florida may soon join more than 20 other school districts in the state in a class-action lawsuit against major social media platforms. The decision will be discussed in an upcoming school board meeting. The lawsuit alleges that Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and YouTube have not made necessary changes to their platforms to protect children from harmful content. The Surgeon General’s advisory presents mounting evidence of the risks associated with social media use among children and adolescents. The superintendent of Sarasota County Schools, Terry Connor, emphasized the district’s commitment to ensuring the … Read more

Seattle Implements Major Changes to Delivery Platforms, Stirring Concerns and Hope for Dashers, Merchants, and Consumers

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Seattle, Washington – Starting January 13, 2024, major changes to delivery platforms in Seattle will go into effect despite the efforts of community leaders, small business owners, and advocates. These policy changes, though well-intentioned, are expected to have adverse effects on the entire community, including Dashers, merchants, and consumers. One significant change is the implementation of new minimum pay requirements for Dashers in Seattle. Dashers will now earn a minimum of $26.40 per hour, excluding tips, which exceeds the city’s minimum wage. Additionally, Dashers will receive mileage compensation for time spent on delivery. It is … Read more