US shuts down China-linked hacking tools accused of targeting NASA, federal agencies

The Justice Department and FBI said they shut down two China-linked hacking platforms allegedly used to target U.S. critical infrastructure and government networks.

Georgia to receive up to $135M in landmark Meta settlement

Georgia will receive nearly $100 million and could ultimately collect almost $135 million under a sweeping multistate settlement with Meta.

See list: Facebook and Instagram’s new limits on kids under settlement: Daily caps, no nights, forced pauses

The settlement calls for Meta to make major changes that would limit when children could use its social media services, give parents more control over their kids’ accounts, and implement more safety protocols.

Meta agrees to settle social media addiction case for up to $16.8B

Meta has agreed to pay nearly $17 billion and add child-safety measures to its Facebook and Instagram platforms to end a landmark trial that's been playing out in Oakland over teen social media addiction and settle claims filed by 47 states, court records show.

What you need to know now about Cobb County license plate readers

Cobb County police will hold four community town halls to address growing public concern over Flock Safety license plate readers.

Green-enriched light provides new hope for migraine sufferers and everyday benefits

New research may offer a bit of hope for those whose lives are disrupted by migraine headaches, and the solution may already be in doctors’ offices. Not only that, the benefits may extend to everyone in their daily lives. 

Atlanta eyes new rules for data centers amid community concerns

Atlanta leaders are considering strict new regulations and the elimination of tax incentives for data centers following widespread community complaints over environmental impacts.

AI jobs are booming and paying more — but women are being left behind

AI is creating some of the fastest-growing and highest-paying jobs in the U.S., but women remain significantly underrepresented in the field.

Emory University student builds AI app to help manage ADHD

An Emory University computer science student diagnosed with ADHD during her sophomore year has created a new app to help students manage overwhelming workloads.

Why a fourth Cherokee County deputy was just booked into jail

Former Cherokee County deputy Jerry Shellhouse was arrested Wednesday for alleged illegal access of an automated license plate reader database.

Atlanta activists push back against expanding Flock camera network

A coalition of grassroots organizations gathered outside Atlanta City Hall on Tuesday morning to call for the reduction of Flock surveillance cameras across the city.

Colleges defend ‘content creator’ degree programs

Several universities are launching degree programs focused on content creation and social media careers, though some critics question the long-term professional value of these specialized majors.

States seek $1.4 trillion -- yes, trillion -- from Meta over alleged harm to kids

A trial is set to begin Tuesday in federal court in Oakland, California as four states are pushing for Meta to pay $1.4 trillion over allegations that its platform is addictive for underage users. 

Map: Flock cameras targeted by vandals across US

Rising incidents of vandalism and law enforcement misuse connected to license plate readers are sparking alarm over how widespread the Flock cameras have become nationwide.

Flock Safety to tighten surveillance rules, audit checks following backlash

Flock Safety, the surveillance technology company announced Thursday that it is making changes to its platform intended to quell privacy concerns and address documented abuses of its system by some members of law enforcement.