Internet Group Files Another Federal Suit over Arkansas Social Media Laws

Internet group files another federal suit over Arkansas social media laws

(Photo Illustration by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)A nonprofit trade association for internet companies is again suing Arkansas over legislation regulating social media platforms, arguing two new state laws are unconstitutional.  Approved by lawmakers in April, the laws would prohibit social media platforms from promoting addictive behavior and allow parents to sue if their child is harmed due to content they’re exposed to. NetChoice argued in …

Arkansas A.G. to Host Free Social Media Summit in October – Family Council

Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin will host a free social media summit in October. In an announcement on Facebook, Attorney General Griffin said the summit will look at social media addiction as well as dangers from scams and foreign adversaries such as China. Around the country, state legislators have recognized that social media can be hazardous for teens. These platforms rely on specialized algorithms to suggest content to users. As users…