technology companies

Legislative proposals exist that aim to hold technology companies accountable for harms caused by social media algorithms.

Investor concern about the financial health or sustainability of technology companies can weaken momentum in technology stocks and contribute to broader declines in stock futures and major indices.

Major technology companies commonly adopt measures such as parental controls and tightened safety settings to mitigate risks to minors and other vulnerable users of AI systems.

Many technology companies expanded their corporate workforces during the COVID-19 pandemic (roughly 2020–2022).

The political movement often described as 'MAGA' uses coordinated boycotts to target entertainment, technology, and retail companies over content, comments, or corporate policies that it deems inappropriate or offensive.

Nearly three-quarters of approved H-1B beneficiaries are citizens of India, and large technology companies are the largest users of the H-1B program.

Technology companies developing large facilities frequently engage in community investments such as bill-assistance programs, infrastructure funding, and partnerships with local schools as part of local outreach and community benefit strategies.

Jawboning is the practice in which government officials use indirect coercion or pressure to influence technology companies or social media platforms to remove or censor posts or speech.

Technology companies can be subject to substantial financial penalties for violating the European Union's Digital Services Act or Digital Markets Act.