Technology & Internet

In 2026, multiple U.S. civil suits have named Reddit moderators as defendants, alleging defamation, harassment, or tortious interference tied to moderation actions. While Section 230 often protects platforms, it may not shield individual mods from claims based on their own statements or conduct. This article explains the legal theories, why plaintiffs are targeting mods, and […]

The NetChoice lawsuit is a series of court challenges to state teen social media laws, and a ruling for NetChoice could invalidate many of these statutes nationwide. NetChoice argues the laws unconstitutionally restrict online speech and force platforms to police content. This article explains what the cases are, the legal issues, and what outcomes could […]

A comprehensive federal privacy law still hasn’t passed Congress, despite years of bipartisan proposals and repeated momentum. The main sticking points are preemption of state laws, whether consumers can sue (private right of action), and how enforcement would work across sectors. This article explains the bill everyone expects, why prior efforts keep stalling, and what […]

California’s Age-Appropriate Design Code remains in effect after a federal court denied an injunction, so covered online services likely need to continue preparing for compliance. The ruling keeps pressure on businesses that offer digital products or features “likely to be accessed” by minors to assess risks and adjust defaults, data practices, and design choices. This […]