The UK government has announced plans to introduce a default overnight social media curfew for teenagers aged 16 and 17 as part of broader online safety reforms. Under the proposed rules, affected users will automatically lose access to social media apps between midnight and 6am unless they choose to manually change the default settings. Read […]
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EU questions Meta over Facebook and Instagram features
The European Union (EU) has raised concerns over several key features on Meta social media platforms, Facebook and Instagram, as regulators intensify efforts to strengthen online safety, particularly for younger users. Read More: EU orders Meta to curb addictive features According to international media reports, the European Commission has questioned design features that encourage prolonged use […]
UAE bans social media accounts for children under 15
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced new regulations prohibiting children under the age of 15 from creating, using or operating personal social media accounts as part of efforts to strengthen online child safety. Under the new rules, children younger than 15 will no longer be permitted to access social media platforms, even with parental […]
Australia tightens social media rules for Big Tech companies
Australia is set to introduce new legislation that will strengthen its ban on social media access for children under 16 while giving the national internet regulator greater authority to take legal action against technology companies that fail to comply. The proposed changes aim to improve enforcement of the landmark restrictions introduced in December. Prime Minister […]
Australia eyes stricter teen social media ban enforcement
Australia is considering stronger enforcement measures for its landmark social media ban on children after a new study found the law has had little impact on teenage online activity. The government now plans to strengthen the legislation and ensure it can withstand legal challenges while improving its overall effectiveness. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the […]
Philippines reviews school safety after rare school shooting kills three students
Manila: Philippines authorities are reassessing school safety protocols and emergency preparedness following a rare and deadly school shooting that left three students dead and 20 others injured in Tacloban City. The attack occurred on Monday when two students, aged 15 and 14, allegedly opened fire inside a public high school, shocking a country where school […]
Ayesha Omar case highlights growing digital privacy concerns
The circulation of private photos allegedly linked to Ayesha Omar without her consent has renewed concerns about digital privacy and image-based abuse in Pakistan. The incident has sparked wider discussions about how personal content can be misused online, affecting not only public figures but also ordinary individuals across different social backgrounds. The controversy has drawn […]
Report claims majority of TikTok content is AI-generated
A new report has claimed that a significant portion of content on TikTok is now generated using artificial intelligence, raising concerns about the platform’s algorithm and its impact on users, particularly children. According to a study by US-based company Capwing, around 60% of videos viewed by TikTok users are AI-generated. The report suggests that this […]
Britain approves landmark social media ban for children
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced a nationwide ban on social media access for children under 16, calling the move a necessary step to protect young people from online harm, bullying and digital addiction. The legislation is expected to pass through Parliament before the end of the year and will take effect in early […]
UK considers social media restrictions for under-16s
The UK government is considering new restrictions on social media use by children under the age of 16, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer expected to outline potential measures in a speech ahead of a key by-election later this month. Read More: UK plans stricter social media rules protect children online According to media reports, the proposal follows a […]