Technology

What the Meta settlement on youth Instagram, Facebook use could mean for Minnesota kids
A $17-billion dollar settlement between Meta and 47 states, including Minnesota, will mandates changes to Instagram and Facebook, including a two-hour daily limit and silenced notifications during school hours.
St. Paul mayor, police chief announce removal of Flock cameras
St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her and Police chief Axel Henry said they “understand and share the concerns raised by our community about other jurisdictions accessing data during Operation Metro Surge.”
‘What’s in it for us?’ Residents slam data center plans for former Star Tribune printing plant
Hundreds of residents oppose a plan to turn the former Star Tribune printing plant into a data center. Resident feedback was presented Saturday and the North Loop Neighborhood Association will decide if they support the project at their meeting Wednesday.
‘If you’re not first, you’re last’: Mayo lawsuit highlights tensions in hospitals' race to use AI
There's a rush to be first to better treat patients with sophisticated technology and to cut costs. But experts say they need to slow down to ensure quality, accuracy and that AI is used ethically and patient data is protected.
North Loop Mpls. residents gather to discuss proposed data center project
Developer Legacy Investing has bought the old Minnesota Star Tribune printing facility with intentions to turn it into a data center. The North Loop Neighborhood Association has organized workshops for the neighborhood to facilitate conversations about the project.