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Legal Battles and Tech Security Issues
Multiple tech-related stories are clustered here. A lawsuit involving the use of Grok to create child sexual abuse material (CSAM) has been filed, while Kalshi's attempt to override New York state gambling laws was rejected by a judge. Additionally, Google paid $250K for a Linux vulnerability that allowed guest VM escapes.
Coverage timeline — 3 articles
Ars Technica
Both vulnerabilities allow untrusted users to gain root privileges.
2026-07-08 19:01 UTC
Ars Technica
Kalshi tried to ignore gambling laws on its prediction market, NY governor says.
2026-07-08 19:14 UTC
Ars Technica
More young girls sue X over Grok CSAM; X accused of shielding child predators.
2026-07-08 19:56 UTC