On Tuesday, a federal appeals court has ruled in favor of Alphabet, Apple, Dell Technologies, Microsoft, and Tesla, refusing to hold them liable for their alleged support of child labor in cobalt mining operations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The unanimous 3-0 decision marks a significant legal victory for the tech giants against accusations linking them to unethical labor practices abroad. The case has drawn widespread attention, highlighting the complexities of global supply chains and the responsibilities of multinational corporations in ensuring ethical practices.