Paramount Sued Over Ad Practices, Amazon Unveils AI Show Recaps, Snapchat Boosts Holiday Shopping Options

In the swiftly evolving realms of digital entertainment and online retail, major companies are unrolling innovative services to captivate consumers, while also drawing scrutiny over privacy practices. Paramount, a prominent media conglomerate, is grappling with a lawsuit alleging unlawful data sharing, while Amazon introduces a novel AI-driven feature to enhance viewer experience. Meanwhile, Snapchat broadens its commercial footprint with new retail gift card offerings ahead of the holiday season. California resident Victor Cho has initiated a class action lawsuit against Paramount, claiming the company has infringed upon viewer privacy by tracking subscriber viewing histories and … Read more

New Mexico Takes Legal Action Against Snapchat for Alleged Role in Minors’ Exploitation

Santa Fe, N.M. – The state of New Mexico has initiated legal action against the social media company Snapchat, alleging that the platform’s features are facilitating the sexual exploitation of minors. This lawsuit underscores the mounting concerns about the role of technology in exposing children to potential harm. The state’s attorney general, Hector Balderas, expressed that while digital innovation has many benefits, it should not serve as a conduit for predatory behavior. The complaint, lodged in state district court, accuses Snapchat of designing a product that inherently puts minors at risk. According to the lawsuit, … Read more

Social Media Exploitation Lawsuit Continues Against Snapchat Amidst Concerns Over Child Safety

Waterbury, Connecticut – A lawsuit filed against social media giant Snapchat has been withdrawn, while the legal action continues against Meta Platforms Inc. The suit was brought forward by a couple alleging that their daughter was contacted by offenders through social media sites, resulting in exploitation. Although the lawsuit was withdrawn against Meta Platforms Inc., the couple’s lawyer, Michael Kennedy, stated that they are proceeding with the claims against Snapchat. Snap Inc., the parent company of Snapchat, has previously emphasized their commitment to combating exploitation on their platform by working with safety experts and law … Read more

California Judge Allows Lawsuit Against Snapchat Over Fentanyl Overdoses to Move Forward

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A judge in California has given the green light for a lawsuit linking fentanyl overdoses to the social media app Snapchat to proceed. The lawsuit alleges that the platform facilitated the sale of illegal drugs. One of the plaintiffs, Kim Osterman, lost her son in 2021 after he contacted a drug dealer through Snapchat and purchased a fentanyl-laced pill instead of the intended Percocet. Osterman is among many families in Colorado who have experienced the devastating loss of a loved one due to fentanyl-laced pills. Since the lawsuit was filed in … Read more