NY AG Technology & Privacy Enforcement

New York v. Valve Corporation - Loot Boxes and Gambling

The New York Attorney General has sued Valve Corporation, alleging that its video game loot boxes function as illegal gambling. The complaint argues that Valve's monetization of virtual items through loot boxes violates New York's gambling laws and seeks to hold the company accountable for these practices.

NY AG Probes Instacart Pricing and Data Privacy Compliance

The New York Attorney General's office has sent a letter to Instacart requesting information regarding its pricing practices and compliance with New York's Algorithmic Pricing Disclosure Act. The inquiry follows a report detailing significant price variations for the same products on the Instacart platform.

NY AG Complaint Against Robert G. Kramer

The New York Attorney General, along with Attorneys General from 9 other states, has filed a complaint against Robert G. Kramer and his associated company. The complaint alleges violations related to internet and technology services, seeking to hold the defendant accountable for alleged deceptive practices.

35 State AGs Warn xAI Over AI-Generated Intimate Images

Thirty-five State Attorneys General have issued a letter to xAI expressing deep concern over the creation and dissemination of AI-generated non-consensual intimate images (NCII) using its Grok chatbot. The AGs urge xAI to take further steps to address the harms caused by this technology, particularly concerning women and children.

State AGs Support Senate Kids Online Safety Act, Oppose House Version

45 State Attorneys General have written to Congress supporting the Senate version of the Kids Online Safety Act (S. 1748) and opposing the House version (H.R. 6484). The letter highlights concerns about preemption language and the omission of a 'Duty of Care' in the House bill, advocating for stronger protections for minors online.