Texas Takes a Bold Step on App Safety as AI Regulation Waits in the Wings: What This Means for Big Tech

AUSTIN, Texas — Recent legislative movements highlight significant changes in technology regulation and corporate strategy. Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed into law a measure mandating age verification for applications available on Apple and Google app stores. This law aims to bolster online child safety by requiring parental consent for minors to download apps or make in-app purchases, raising potential legal challenges in the tech landscape. Alongside the Texas law, a broader discussion is unfolding regarding the regulation of artificial intelligence. A provision hidden within a sweeping piece of legislation known as the Big Beautiful … Read more

Trailblazing Drama: ‘The Tiger and Her Wings’ Shines Light on Japan’s First Female Lawyers and Their Legacy

Tokyo, Japan – The vibrant tapestry of Japan’s morning television is interwoven with the historical threads of pioneering women, highlighted in the popular NHK series “Tora ni Tsubasa” (The Tiger and Her Wings). The drama, which has captivated Japanese viewers since its debut, pulls its narrative from the life of Inotsume Tomoko, a character inspired by one of Japan’s first female lawyers, Mibuchi Yoshiko. Yoshiko, who was born in Singapore in 1914 and later moved to the bustling district of Shibuya, Tokyo, grew up during a transformative era in Japan. Her father, Sadao, was a … Read more