ICEBlock Creator Sues U.S. Government Over App’s Removal

A coalition of state attorneys general has issued a warning to major tech companies, including Meta, Microsoft, Google, and Apple, regarding the potential legal implications of their chatbots producing what they describe as 'delusional outputs.' This letter emphasizes concerns that such outputs may violate state laws, highlighting the need for accountability in AI technologies.

ChatGPT has emerged as the most downloaded free app in the U.S. iOS App Store for 2025, climbing from the fourth position in 2024. This significant achievement highlights the growing acceptance and reliance on AI-driven applications among users in the United States, with other popular apps including Threads, Google, TikTok, WhatsApp, and Instagram following closely behind.

ChatGPT has become the most downloaded app on the U.S. App Store in 2025, marking its first year at the top of this category. This achievement underscores the growing popularity and acceptance of AI-driven applications among users in the United States.

A Los Angeles-based startup, Quilter, has achieved a significant milestone by using artificial intelligence to design a fully functional Linux computer consisting of 843 parts, completing the task in just one week. This process typically requires nearly three months of skilled engineering labor. The project, known as Project Speedrun, resulted in a computer that successfully booted on its first attempt with minimal human intervention.

Apple's App Store and Google's Play Store have been found to host numerous applications linked to companies under U.S. sanctions, with Apple removing 35 such apps and Google 17. This revelation comes from the Tech Transparency Project, highlighting the ongoing scrutiny of tech giants regarding compliance with U.S. regulations.

Google and Apple are collaborating to simplify the process of switching between Android and iPhone devices, with a new tool introduced in the Android Canary build 2512 that allows users to automatically download data from iPhones. This initiative aims to enhance user experience during transitions between these platforms.

Apple has removed the ICEBlock app, which allowed users to anonymously report sightings of ICE agents, following pressure from the U.S. government. The app's creator has now filed a lawsuit against the government, claiming that the removal infringes on free speech rights and highlights the tensions between technology and government regulation.

Meta has received approval from the European Union for its revised advertising experience, following penalties under the Digital Markets Act (DMA). This approval comes after the company faced scrutiny for its data practices and advertising models, which were deemed non-compliant with EU regulations.