Private research universities like Stanford and their researchers aren’t “state actors” subject to constitutional constraints “just because they speak to the government about their research,” said Stanford’s Dec. 26 amicus brief at the U.S. Supreme Court in support of the petitioners in Murthy v. Missouri (docket 23-411) who seek to vacate the 5th Circuit’s injunction against government involvement in social media content moderation.
Social Media
Social media platforms are facing intense scrutiny over how they collect, share and monetize user data. As new state and federal laws focus on age verification, parental controls and transparency requirements, social media companies face legal risks around algorithmic targeting, third-party tracking and children's safety. This page follows key legislation, investigations and lawsuits shaping privacy practices for major social platforms.
