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Meta is in settlement discussions with 29 US states in a landmark social media trial centred on child safety and data practices. The case could result in penalties exceeding US$200 billion if the tech giant loses.
A New York school district has suspended its plan to deploy Sally, a US$58,000 humanoid AI robot, after intense public pushback over the manufacturer's association with adult products and concerns about technology replacing human educators.
A UK survey of over 2,000 people reveals declining enthusiasm for artificial intelligence, with 42% limiting chatbot use and 52% viewing AI as riskier than beneficial. Many feel unable to opt out entirely.
Malaysia's communications regulator has been tasked with investigating how influencer Khairul Aming's phone bill was allegedly leaked. Communications Minister Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil confirmed authorities would examine the incident thoroughly.
Prominent Malaysian influencer and entrepreneur Khairul Aming has voiced alarm after his personal phone billing information appeared online without authorization, shared by someone unknown to him.