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Texas sues major TV makers over smart TV surveillance
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed lawsuits against Samsung, LG, Sony, Hisense, and TCL, accusing them of using Automated Content Recognition technology to spy on viewers without consent. The suits claim this software captures screenshots every 500 milliseconds and transmits viewing data for targeted advertising. Paxton seeks damages and restraining orders to halt the practices.
A former top official at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore has filed a federal lawsuit accusing the historically black university of operating as a criminal enterprise to divert funds. The suit, one of four similar cases in recent months, alleges embezzlement, academic fraud, and retaliation against whistleblowers. Claims highlight low graduation rates and misuse of federal grants amid declining enrollment.
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Electric vehicle maker Rivian has agreed to a $250 million settlement with investors who accused it of misleading statements about vehicle pricing during its 2021 initial public offering. The company denies any wrongdoing but says the deal will allow it to concentrate on launching its mass-market R2 vehicle in 2026. The lawsuit stemmed from post-IPO price increases that erased a significant portion of Rivian's value.