The Food and Drug Administration announced on Tuesday that consumers should refrain from purchasing certain frozen shrimp available at Walmart due to potential contamination with radioactive materials.
According to health officials in a recent news release, the Indonesian company involved is Pt. Indonesia’s Bahari McMur Sejati, commonly referred to as BMS Food.
A variety of raw frozen shrimp products processed by Indonesian firms can be found in Walmart locations across 13 states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and West Virginia, as stated by the FDA.
The affected product includes Walmart’s “Great Value Brand Frozen Shrimp,” according to the health agency.
“If you have recently bought fresh frozen shrimp from Walmart that fits this description, please dispose of it,” the FDA advised. “Do not consume or serve this product.”
Health officials recommend that individuals speak with health care providers if they suspect they have been exposed to heightened levels of contaminants.
Both Pt. Bahari Makmur Sejati and Walmart did not respond promptly to requests for comments.
CS-137 is a radioactive isotope of cesium, a soft, pliable silver-white metal utilized in medical devices and gauges that liquefies at room temperature. As noted by the Environmental Protection Agency.
Repeated low-dose exposure to CS-137 “may raise the risk of cancer due to damage to DNA within living cells,” health officials stated in the news release.
The FDA mentioned that the US Customs and Border Patrol had alerted health agencies regarding the detection of CS-137 in shipping containers at ports in Los Angeles, Houston, Miami, and Savannah, Georgia. All containers that tested positive for CS-137 were denied entry into the country.
Health officials further noted that CS-137 was not found in products exceeding current Derived Intervention Levels for CS-137, set at 1200 BQ/kg.
However, the FDA stated, “The detected levels in the breaded shrimp samples could pose potential health risks.”
sIX years ago, Melbourne-based filmmaker Christina Kraskov was inspired by an article about the international Microsoft Excel competition. Her first thought was, “What on Earth, this isn’t the real deal.” Her second thought: “I need a film about this. I want to see it desperately.”
With no existing films on competitive spreadsheet use, Kraskov resolved to create her own. The topic intrigued her as it showcases “a unique inner world that often goes unnoticed.”
The documentary “Spreadsheet Champions,” which will premiere at the Melbourne International Film Festival, follows six young competitors from various countries as they prepare for the 2023 Microsoft Office Specialist World Championship. Introducing their skills, it may seem trivial, but Excel is an incredibly sophisticated tool. The documentary reveals that the average user taps into only 10-15% of its capabilities, whereas competitors must master around 70%.
Organized by Certiport, a performance-based assessment provider endorsed by Microsoft, the competition consists of two parts. The first assesses proficiency in formulas, functions, and overall knowledge through complex questions judged on both accuracy and speed. The second part emphasizes a more creative use of these skills. As Kraskov puts it, “It’s about understanding the narrative behind data or grasping the essence of what it conveys.”
“It helped me a lot”… Carmina, a teenage competitor from Guatemala, spreadsheet champion. Photo: Presented by Melbourne International Film Festival
The championship has been held since 2002 and is open to students aged 13 to 22. Participants must first achieve the highest qualification in their home nations. Despite the niche focus, the stakes are remarkably high, as each competitor can only participate in the MOS Championship once.
“In most sports, there’s a returning champion, creating a defined rivalry; however, here, you can only compete once.”
“This creates unique challenges as competitors qualify in their home countries at vastly different times. Once everyone is qualified, we communicate via Zoom and navigate from there.”
The six featured competitors include Arkimini, 20, from Greece; Braydon, 16, from Australia; Carmina, 16, from Guatemala; Dela Pikes, 19, from Cameroon (who has to study in school due to lacking a laptop or WiFi); Mason, 15, from the United States; and Nam, 21, from Vietnam. Each contestant adds their unique personality to the film, varying from the shy, stereotypical “nerd” to the enthusiastic and outgoing. “Our aim is to showcase how extraordinary this competition is. We’re not here to mock or belittle anyone,” Kraskov explains.
Dela Pikes from Cameroon lacks a laptop or WiFi, so he has had to prepare for the competition through school. Photo: Presented by Melbourne International Film Festival
Kraskov and producer Anna Charalambus spent about a week with each competitor in their respective countries, immersing themselves in their daily lives at home, school, and with families and friends.
“If you observe their lives closely, people naturally reveal their true selves,” Kraskov remarks. “Adolescents are still developing, thus they often don’t connect aspects of their identities – they simply exist in the moment. The insights provided by their parents were invaluable.”
Many contest details were kept secret, adding another layer of challenge for the filmmakers. This competition exemplifies the concept of nominal determinism, overseen by someone deeply invested in security.
“The level of security is extremely high,” notes Kraskov. “Eventually, Microsoft entrusted us and asked us important questions. Ultimately, he must conduct a rigorous, secure global evaluation next year.”
By participating in the MOS Championship, these young individuals are stepping closer to adulthood. Carmina, now 18, is pursuing a degree in mechatronics engineering at university. The film captures her vibrant spirit as a teenager passionate about exploring new things (which remains true).
Watching the documentary allowed Carmina to reflect on her past competition experiences and her younger self, realizing the insights gained. “Even though I knew the outcome, watching it again felt a bit suspenseful,” she shares. “[Competing taught me to engage and explore… it was extremely beneficial.]”
“Spreadsheet Champions” had its world premiere at SXSW in Texas earlier this year, with five out of the six participants attending MIFF. Kraskov takes pride in showcasing these individual stories – ordinary people engaging in something slightly different from the norm.
“Celebrities, musicians, and models tend to hog the spotlight,” she reflects. “But it’s those dedicated to pursuits that many overlook that I find even more compelling.”
Kion West can talk about an anecdote about racism that he has experienced on a daily basis, but does not. He says that a personal testimony rarely persuades someone, is often rejected or is cleared for another reason that is not so unpleasant. He prefers to focus on facts instead of emotions caused by racist behavior and racist accusations.
Social psychologists at the Goldsmith School at the University of London have integrated hundreds of strict demonstration research on racist discrimination for decades in new books. Science of racism。 He scientifically accurately accurate what modern racism and the complexity surrounding it by exploring how racism can be detected through experiments and the effects on society as a whole. We are building a whole picture.
It is clear that society to fight racism is still inadequate, but there are many things that can be done. The same study, which proves racism, can help all of you to elucidate psychological exercises that almost everyone is doing to hide racist behavior from themselves. The idea of such personal prejudice can gradually solve many racist behavior.
In this interview, the waist describes a method that is backed by science to discover various outfit racism, showing light on ideas such as reverse ratism and organized racism. He wants to change direction to confront racism from the front, because public debate discusses whether racism exists.
Amalachi Orie: What is racist discrimination?
Kion West: There are two definitions that may be useful. There is something useful for conducting scientific experiments. Racism is everything.
The documents exposing the Israeli military’s increased reliance on Microsoft’s cloud technology and artificial intelligence systems during the peak of the bombing of Gaza have been leaked.
From October 7, 2023, Microsoft will enhance its partnership with Israel’s defense agencies by providing better computing and storage services along with technical support hours worth at least $10 million. This deal was signed in a move to deepen collaboration with the IDF.
A joint investigation by The Guardian, +972 Magazine, and Local Call, based on documents from Drop Site News, unveils Microsoft’s deep connections with the Israeli military, especially during the Gaza offensive in 2023.
The Israeli Defense Forces increasingly turned to large U.S. tech companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and Google to meet their technological needs during the conflict.
Palestinians walk through destruction caused by Israeli air and ground attacks in Rafah, Gaza Strip, early 2025. Photo: Mohammad Abu Samra/AP
Leaked documents reveal that Microsoft’s products, mainly Azure cloud computing, are extensively used by various Israeli military units and intelligence agencies.
Microsoft’s involvement in highly sensitive and top-secret projects for the Israeli Ministry of Defense underscores the deep partnership between the company and the IDF.
While Microsoft has declined to comment on the revelations, the Israeli military’s increased use of AI-based services from tech giants like Microsoft during the conflict has raised concerns about the blending of civilian and military digital infrastructure.
Israeli soldiers prepare to launch a military drone at an undisclosed location near Israel’s southern border with the Gaza Strip in January 2024. Photo: Atef Safadi/EPA
The integration of Microsoft’s cloud and AI technologies into IDF operations has facilitated data analysis and storage for intelligence and combat purposes.
Microsoft’s extended partnership with the Israeli military, despite public scrutiny, highlights the ongoing collaboration between tech giants and defense agencies in modern warfare.
The Guardian has uncovered that artificial intelligence systems utilized by the UK government to identify welfare fraud exhibit bias based on individuals’ age, disability, marital status, and nationality.
A review of a machine learning program used to analyze numerous Universal Credit payment claims across the UK revealed that certain groups were mistakenly targeted more frequently than others.
This revelation came from documents published under the Freedom of Information Act by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). A “fairness analysis” conducted in February of this year uncovered a significant discrepancy in outcomes within the Universal Credit Advance automated system.
Despite previous claims by the DWP that the AI system had no discrimination concerns, the emergence of this bias raises important questions about its impact on customers.
Concerns have been raised by activists regarding the potential harm caused by the government’s policies and the need for transparency in the use of AI systems.
The DWP has been urged to adopt a more cautious approach and cease the deployment of tools that pose a risk of harm to marginalized groups.
The discovery of disparities in fraud risk assessment by automated systems may lead to increased scrutiny of the government’s use of AI, emphasizing the need for greater transparency.
The UK public sector employs a significant number of automated tools, with only a fraction being officially registered.
The lack of transparency in the use of AI systems by government departments has raised concerns about potential misuse and manipulation by malicious actors.
The DWP has stated that their AI tools do not replace human judgment and that caseworkers evaluate all available information when making decisions related to benefits fraud.
What actions can the UK government take regarding Twitter? Should What are your thoughts on Twitter? What interests does Elon Musk have?
The billionaire proprietor of the social network, still officially referred to as X, has had an eventful week causing disruptions on his platform. Besides his own posts, which include low-quality memes sourced from 8chan and reposted fake concerns from far-right figures, the platform as a whole, along with the other two of the three “T’s,” TikTok and Telegram, briefly played a significant role in orchestrating this chaos.
There is a consensus that action needs to be taken: Bruce Daisley, former VP EMEA at Twitter, proposes individual accountability.
In the near term, Musk and other executives should be reminded of their legal liability for their actions under current laws. The UK’s Online Safety Act 2023 should be promptly bolstered. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his team should carefully consider if Ofcom, the media regulator frequently criticized for the conduct of organizations like GB News, can effectively manage the rapid behavior of someone like Musk. In my view, the threat of personal consequences is much more impactful on corporate executives than the prospect of a corporate fine. If Musk continues to incite unrest, an arrest warrant could create sparks from his fingertips, though as a jet-setting personality, an arrest warrant could be a compelling deterrent.
Last week, London Mayor Sadiq Khan presented his own suggestion.
“The government swiftly realized the need to reform the online safety law,” Khan told the Guardian in an interview. “I believe that the government must ensure that this law is suitable immediately. I don’t think it currently is.”
“Responsible social media platforms can take action,” Khan remarked, but added that “if they fail to address their own issues, regulation will be enforced.”
When I spoke to Euan McGaughey, a law professor at King’s College London on Monday, he provided more precise recommendations on what actions the government could take. He mentioned that the Communications Act 2003 underlies many of Ofcom’s authorities and is applied to regulate broadcast television and radio, but extends beyond those media.
Simply as section 232 specifies that “television licensable content services” involve distribution “by any means involving the use of an electronic communications network,” this Act empowers Ofcom to regulate online media content. While Ofcom could exercise this power, it is highly improbable as Ofcom anticipates challenges from tech companies, including those fueling riots and conspiracy theories.
Even if the BBC or the government were reluctant to interpret the old law differently, minor modifications could subject Twitter to stricter broadcasting regulatory oversight, he added.
For instance, there is no distinction between Elon Musk posting a video on X about (so-called) two-tier policing, discussing “detention camps” or asserting “civil war is inevitable” and ITV, Sky, or the BBC broadcasting the news… Online Safety Act Grossly insufficient, as the constraints merely aim to prevent “illegal” content and do not inherently address false or dangerous speech.
The law of keeping promises
Police in Middlesbrough responded to a mob spurred by social media posts this month. Photo: Gary Culton/Observer
It may seem peculiar to feel sympathy for an inanimate object, but the Online Safety Act has likely been treated quite harshly given its minimal enforcement. A comprehensive law encompassing over 200 individual clauses, it was enacted in 2023, but most of its modifications will only take effect once Ofcom has completed the extensive consultation process and established a code of practice.
The law introduces a few new offenses, such as bans on cyber-flashing and upskirt photography. Sections of the old law, referred to as malicious communications, have been substituted with new, more precise laws like threatening and false communications, with two of the new offenses going into effect for the first time this week.
But what if this had all happened earlier and Ofcom was operational? Would the outcome have been different?
The Online Safety Act is a peculiar piece of legislation: an effort to curb the worst impulses on the internet, drafted by a government taking a stance in favor of free speech amidst a growing culture war and enforced by regulators staunchly unwilling to pass judgment on individual social media posts.
What transpired was either a skillful act of navigating a tricky situation or a clumsy mishap, depending on who you ask. The Online Safety Act does not outright criminalize everything on the web; instead, it mandates social media companies to establish specific codes of conduct and consistently enforce them. For certain forms of harm like incitement to self-harm, racism, and racial hatred, major services must at least provide adults with the option to opt out of such content and completely block it from children. For illegal content ranging from child abuse imagery to threats and false communications, it requires new risk assessments to aid companies in proactively addressing these issues.
It’s understandable why this legislation faced significant backlash upon its passage: its main consequence was a mountain of new paperwork in which social networks had to demonstrate adherence to what they had always purportedly done: attempting to mitigate racist abuse, addressing child abuse imagery, enforcing their terms of use, and so forth.
Advocates of the law argue that it serves more as a means for Ofcom to impose its promises on companies rather than forcing them to alter their behavior. The easiest way to impose a penalty under the Online Safety Act – potentially amounting to 10% of global turnover if modeled after GDPR – is to announce loudly to customers that steps are being taken to tackle issues on the platform, only to do nothing.
One could envision a scenario where the CEO of a tech company, the key antagonist in this play, stands before an inquiry, solemnly asserting that the reprehensible behavior they witness violates their terms of service, then returning to their office and taking no action.
The challenge for Ofcom lies in the fact that multinational social networks are not governed by cartoonish villains who flout legal departments, defy moderators, and whimsically enforce one set of terms of service on allies and a different one on adversaries.
Except for one.
Do as I say, don’t do as I do
Elon Musk’s Twitter has emerged as a prime test case for online safety laws. On the surface, the social network appears relatively ordinary: its terms of service prohibit the dissemination of much of the same content as other major networks, with a slightly more lenient stance on pornographic material. Twitter maintains a moderation team that employs both automated and human moderation to remove objectionable content, an appeals process for individuals alleging unfair treatment, and progressive penalties that could ultimately lead to account suspensions for violations.
However, there’s an additional layer to how Twitter operates: Elon Musk follows through on what he says. For instance, last summer, after a prominent right-wing influencer shared child abuse images, the account’s creator received a 129-year prison sentence. The motive remains unclear, but the account was swiftly suspended. Musk then intervened:
The only people who have seen these photos are members of the CSE team. At this time, we will remove these posts and reinstate your account.
While Twitter’s terms of service theoretically prohibit many of the egregious posts related to the UK riots, such as “hateful conduct” and “inciting, glorifying, or expressing a desire for violence,” they do not seem to be consistently enforced. This is where Ofcom may potentially take aggressive actions against Musk and his affiliated companies.
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Illustration of a protection bubble around the sun (yellow dot) and the earth (blue dot)
Harvard Radcliffe Institute
Two to three million years ago, the solar system encountered galactic-scale turbulence and collided with dense interstellar clouds, potentially altering both the Earth's climate and evolution.
Only recently have researchers been able to map the Sun's orbit through the Galaxy, particularly in relation to the relatively dense hydrogen clouds that pass through the interstellar medium, the vast expanse of space between star systems.
the current, Merab Offer A research team from Boston University in Massachusetts has found evidence that one of these clouds, a “local cold cloud ribbon” in Lynx, likely intersects with the Sun's heliosphere.
The heliosphere is a protective cocoon or bubble formed by the solar wind pushing out to the edge of the solar system. Within the heliosphere, the planet is protected from the worst gamma radiation in the galaxy.
The new study proposes that as the solar system passed through the interstellar cloud, the heliosphere retreated from it and moved inward toward the Sun. The researchers think that the heliosphere may have shrunk so much that Earth was outside the protective cocoon provided by the solar wind, perhaps for around 10,000 years.
Merab and his colleagues used the European Space Agency's Gaia satellite to map the location of the dense, cold clouds and the sun's past orbit.
Ofer says the heliosphere's encounter with the cold cloud coincides with deposits of the elements plutonium-244 and radioactive iron-60 in Antarctic ice, deep-sea cores and lunar samples. These elements, which originated from distant supernovae, would have been captured in interstellar clouds and deposited while Earth was outside the heliosphere.
“There are signs of an increase in these elements over the past two years. [million] “The solar cloud record going back 3 million years provides compelling evidence that the Sun did in fact pass through it around 2 million years ago,” Offer says. “The exposure of Earth to a cloud of cold interstellar material and the associated increase in atmospheric hydrogen and radiation almost certainly had a major impact on Earth and its climate.”
Sarah Spitzer The University of Michigan researcher says the paper provides “compelling” evidence that the heliosphere was exposed to a much denser interstellar cloud two to three million years ago. As the solar system passed through that dense, cold cloud, Earth would have been outside the heliosphere and directly exposed to the interstellar environment, she says.
“Understanding this can teach us about the impact interstellar material has had on life on Earth in the past,” Spitzer says, “but it also helps us better understand the impact the heliosphere has on life on Earth today, what would happen if Earth were exposed to interstellar material again in the future, and when that might happen.”
Evan Economo Researchers from Japan's Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology say it's intriguing to consider how encounters in “our nearby space” could have influenced the environment experienced by life on Earth.
“The heliosphere is part of the extended environment experienced by life on the Earth's surface, influencing climate and radiation from space,” he says. “If we had been outside the heliosphere for a period of time, it could have altered the evolutionary trajectory of a wide range of life, including humans. Such connections are highly speculative at this point, but they provide us with new research directions.”
Lee Tillman first ventured into the online world in the early 2010s through a health food blog that she started while in college, quickly making an impact. Transitioning to Instagram in 2014 alongside her contemporaries, she showcased her smoothie bowls, and almost overnight, gained 20,000 followers. This sudden popularity led to brands contacting her for product collaborations.
After two years, Tillman decided to leave her 9-to-5 job in Connecticut and relocate to Los Angeles. Within a year of the move, she amassed another 100,000 followers, secured representation from an agent and a manager, and began earning upwards of $15,000 per post. She also landed a significant partnership with a major food and lifestyle brand, resulting in sold-out products with every post.
Tillman posted on Instagram. Photo: Instagram/@leefromamerica
Living in Brooklyn, New York at 34, Tillman adhered to a lifestyle aligned with her wellness philosophy, consuming solely organic produce and grains while abstaining from complex carbohydrates and artificial detergents. Additionally, she practiced intermittent fasting from 7 pm to noon, adhering strictly to her health-focused regime.
However, the relentless focus on creating content began taking a toll on her well-being. Despite the admiration from her followers, Tillman found herself isolated from personal relationships, feeling the pressure of constant performance evaluations based on her posts. Her relentless pursuit of follower milestones led to a desire for a million followers, further exacerbating the strain.
By 2018, Tillman faced public scrutiny and criticism for conducting workshops deemed too expensive, prompting her to confront the reality of the inaccessibility of health. The backlash drove her to contemplate drastic measures, including thoughts of suicide. Recognizing the emergence of an eating disorder tied to her strict diet, she made the decision to seek help, taking a break from social media, and undergoing treatment.
Returning to her online platforms, Tillman made a deliberate shift from her former health-centric content, choosing to share personal aspects of her life, including her pets, fashion, and interior design. Embracing a more flexible approach to her diet and lifestyle, she found liberation in enjoying a variety of foods, straying from the stringent restrictions of her past regimen.
The transition away from her health-focused content resulted in a decline in her follower count and commercial rates, reflecting a departure from her previous influencer status. Despite the financial repercussions, Tillman acknowledged the therapeutic importance of reclaiming a more balanced lifestyle, realizing that engaging with social media in a healthy manner was a challenging feat.
In 2020, Tillman relocated to New York, taking a hiatus from posting on social media. Reflecting on her journey, she found solace in rediscovering a sense of normalcy and transitioning to marketing consulting. Through her workshops and upcoming book, she aims to share her insights on the influencer industry and her decision to move away from it.
While reminiscing about her earlier days of lucrative influencer deals, Tillman acknowledges the allure of the wellness industry but emphasizes her personal growth and evolution. Despite occasional pleas from followers to return to her health-centric content, Tillman has embraced a new chapter in her life, prioritizing authenticity and balance.
The recent data breach from a Chinese cybersecurity company has exposed national security agencies paying substantial amounts of money to collect information about a variety of targets, including foreign governments, while hackers gather vast amounts of data on individuals and organizations that might be of interest to potential customers for their companies.
A set of over 500 leaked files from the Chinese company, I-Soon, has been posted on the developer’s website Github, with cybersecurity experts confirming their authenticity. The targets discussed in the leaked files include NATO and the UK Foreign Office.
The leak provides an unprecedented glimpse into the world of Chinese-employed hackers, with Britain’s security chief describing it as a “significant” challenge for the country. The leaked files consist of chat logs, company prospectuses, and data samples, revealing the scope of China’s intelligence-gathering operations and highlighting the market pressures faced by Chinese commercial hackers in a sluggish economy.
Yisun is believed to have collaborated with another Chinese hacking organization, Chengdu 404, which has been indicted by the U.S. Department of Justice for cyberattacks not only in the United States but also on companies in China and Hong Kong democracy activists.
Other targets discussed in the I-Soon leak include the British think tank Chatham House, public health agencies of Asean countries, and foreign ministries. The leak also indicates that certain data has been collected according to specifications, while in other cases special agreements have been made with the Chinese Public Security Bureau to collect specific types of data.
Chatham House has expressed concern over the leaked data, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding their data and information. Similarly, NATO has acknowledged the persistent cyber threats and stated that it is investing in large-scale cyber defense. However, the British Foreign Office declined to comment.
I-Soon’s services range from gaining access to email inboxes to hacking accounts, obtaining personal information from social media platforms, retrieving data from internal databases, and compromising various operating systems. The leaked files also suggest that the Chinese state is collecting as much data as possible.
Isun’s office building in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, southwest China. Photo: Kang Dak/AP
The leaked documents further reveal that I-Soon has sought “anti-terrorism” support and has claimed to have obtained data from various organizations. The company was also involved in discussions about sales practices and the company’s internal situation.
The leaked data also includes screenshots and chat logs where employees discuss the company’s operations and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on their business. The company’s CEO expressed concerns about the loss of core staff, the subsequent impact on customer confidence, and the loss of business.
New court filings say Meta has stolen sensitive data from test accounts mentioned in a New Mexico bombshell lawsuit that alleges underage Facebook and Instagram users are exposed to child predators. “He threatened to delete it,” he said.
New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez said in a Monday filing that Meta had “deactivated” several test accounts used by law enforcement to investigate the popular app.
According to the filing, Torrez will restrain Meta from deleting “any information related to the accounts referenced in the complaint or any information related to any account on which Meta has taken action based on the information in the complaint.” They are seeking a court order.
“The state filed this motion seeking an order requiring Meta to comply with its data retention obligations under New Mexico law,” the filing states.
The attorneys also cited New Mexico court precedent against destroying relevant evidence.
New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez said Meta had “deactivated” several test accounts used by law enforcement to investigate Instagram and Facebook. AP
Amazing lawsuit filed last weekAccording to , the test accounts used AI-generated photos that allegedly depicted children under the age of 14, and contained adult-oriented sexual content and content, including “genital photos and videos” and six offers. He said he was bombarded with unpleasant messages from alleged child predators. Pay to appear in porn videos.
Meta subsequently disabled these accounts. This allegedly hindered the ongoing investigation by denying authorities access to critical information “including the usernames of accounts with which investigators interacted, as well as search history and other information about those accounts.” That’s what it means.
It is unclear whether Meta has shut down the Facebook and Instagram accounts of the alleged child offenders.
Meta has been accused by the New Mexico AG’s office of failing to protect underage users. AFP (via Getty Images)
“Of course, we store data in accordance with our legal obligations,” a Meta spokesperson said.
Torres’ office did not comment on Monday’s filing.
In New Mexico, a test account called “Issa Bee” claiming to be a 13-year-old girl living in Albuquerque had more than 6,700 followers on Facebook, most of whom were “males between the ages of 18 and 40.” ” he claimed. -age.
The account has received several disturbing sexual offers, including one from an adult user who allegedly “openly promised $5,000 a week to be his ‘sugar baby’.” was.
According to the state, Meta notified the company on December 7, the day after the lawsuit was filed, that it would disable the test account.
The social media giant said: “Even though the account in question had been operating for several months without any action by Meta, and law enforcement had previously reported unlawful and unlawful content to Meta through reporting channels. Despite this, the company took this action, the filing states.
When the investigator tried to log in, he received a message warning that his account had been “deactivated.”
The message states that you have 30 days to request a review before your account is “permanently disabled.”
State attorneys contacted them the same day and asked for confirmation that Meta would “preserve all data” associated with the account, according to the filing.
Meta’s lawyers reportedly responded that the company “takes reasonable steps to identify the accounts referred to in the complaint and preserve relevant data and information regarding those accounts once identified.”
The state said Meta did not respond to requests for details about what data from accounts it deemed “relevant” and what data it would not keep.
“Given Meta’s refusal to preserve ‘all data’ related to the accounts mentioned in the complaint, a court order is required to preserve this important evidence for trial.” is stated in the submitted documents.
In October, a group of 33 state agencies sued Meta for targeting young users. Getty Images/iStockphoto
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has been named as a defendant in a New Mexico lawsuit.
State officials allege that Mr. Zuckerberg’s product design decisions played a key role in putting underage users at risk.
Meta has not yet responded specifically to the lawsuit’s allegations.
“We use advanced technology, employ child safety experts, report content to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, and communicate information and tools with other companies and law enforcement agencies, including state attorneys general. to help root out looters,” Mehta said. Statement to the Wall Street Journal after the lawsuit was filed.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has been named as a defendant in a New Mexico lawsuit. AP
The New Mexico lawsuit is separate from a larger lawsuit filed by 33 state attorneys general in October.
The states allege that Meta intentionally made the app addictive to trap young users and collected personal data from underage users in violation of federal law.
Global collaboration has led to the creation of the world’s most comprehensive primate brain atlas, consisting of 4.2 million cells. This atlas has provided insights into region-specific functions, associations with neurological diseases, and has guided future brain research and disease intervention. The project aims to explore the evolution of the human brain and discover new targets for disease treatment. The initiative, known as the “Brain Initiative Cell Census Network” project by the National Institutes of Health, has been working towards mapping the cell groups and understanding their functions for over 21 years. The recent breakthrough discovery has allowed scientists to gain a deeper understanding of the brain and the medical mysteries behind disorders such as autism and depression. The research team, led by scientists from Arizona State University, the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Washington, and the Brotman Beatty Institute, created the largest atlas of the primate brain to date. The atlas consists of profiles of over 4 million cells, providing valuable information on the evolution of human cognition and behavior, as well as the occurrence of neurological diseases. The data collected has been made publicly available for the scientific community and the general public. The research team utilized state-of-the-art single-cell techniques and analyzed gene expression and DNA regulatory regions to identify molecularly distinct brain cell types and their functional characteristics. They also investigated the genetic architecture of neurological disease risk at the cellular level. The atlas serves as a crucial resource for further research on the human brain and potential interventions for neurological diseases.
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