Samsung updates ACR privacy practices after Texas sues TV manufacturers

Multiple technology and national-security developments: Texas sued five major smart-TV manufacturers (Samsung, Sony, LG, Hisense, TCL) alleging non‑consensual collection of ACR (automatic content recognition) data, prompting Samsung to update its ACR privacy practices. Instagram will begin notifying parents in the U.S., U.K., Australia and Canada when children repeatedly search for self‑harm or suicide terms. EU lawmakers proposed barring youth under 16 from social media without parental consent and banning access under age 13. A former U.S. Air Force officer was arrested for allegedly conspiring with a hacker to provide flight/combat training to the Chinese military — a national‑security concern. Senator Wyden blocked the confirmation of a nominee to lead U.S. Cyber Command/NSA, citing lack of relevant background.