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Denmark proposes ban on social media for children under 15, PM announces

Danish Prime Minister Advocates for Stricter Social Media Regulations for Children Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called for enhanced legislation aimed at protecting children on social media platforms during a parliamentary…

5 days ago

Europe

ICE seeks contractors for continuous social media surveillance program

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is seeking bids for a controversial program that aims to intensify its surveillance of social media platforms. This initiative entails a continuous, year-round operation that will…

6 days ago

Innovations

EU directive establishes age limit guidelines for social media, leaving implementation to member states

The Commission has rapidly warmed up to a bloc-wide age of “digital majority.”…

1 week ago

World

Vlaams Belang increases ad spending on social media ahead of Meta’s political ad ban

Just weeks before a ban on political advertisements takes effect on Facebook and Instagram, Vlaams Belang significantly increased its ad spending on these platforms, according to data compiled by the citizens’ group…

3 weeks ago

Politics

Google to integrate social media posts from Instagram and X into Discover feed

Google’s Discover Feed Expands to Include YouTube Shorts and Social Media Posts Google’s Discover feed will soon feature a broader array of content, including YouTube Shorts and posts from social media platforms…

3 weeks ago

Innovations

Dozens dismissed in the U.S. for comments on assassination of Charlie Kirk

Wave of Dismissals Follow Assassination of Charlie Kirk Following the assassination of American conservative activist Charlie Kirk, dozens, including journalists, educators, and emergency responders, have faced termination from their positions over comments…

4 weeks ago

World

Mastodon introduces quote posts, allowing users to control how their content is shared

Mastodon officially introduced quote posts, enabling users to share and comment on others’ posts starting next week. This feature allows users to utilize the repost—or “boost”—button to augment their perspectives on shared…

4 weeks ago

Innovations

France proposes night-time social media restrictions for teens in new parliamentary report

French MPs recommended enforcing nighttime social media “curfews” for older teens, as part of a report addressing the psychological impact of TikTok on minors, issued by a parliamentary commission on Thursday, reports…

1 month ago

Politics

Social media platforms outline moderation policies following fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk

Shooting of Influencer Evokes Strong Social Media Responses Videos of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk being fatally shot circulated widely on social media platforms, prompting actions and policies from various companies regarding the…

1 month ago

Innovations

EU president von der Leyen proposes stricter social media regulations for minors

EU President Urges Tougher Regulations on Children’s Social Media Use During her annual State of the Union address, EU President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the need for stricter regulations regarding children’s…

1 month ago

Politics

Protests in Nepal escalate, resulting in 25 deaths amid social media ban unrest

Violence Escalates in Nepal Following Social Media Ban The death toll in Nepal has reached 25 as protests erupted over the government’s decision to block access to 26 social media platforms, including…

1 month ago

World

Mastodon unable to meet Mississippi’s age verification requirements

Mastodon has declared its inability to comply with Mississippi’s stringent age verification laws, a position that threatens the platform’s operations within the state. This announcement follows Bluesky’s similar decision to block users…

1 month ago

Innovations

Ronaldo’s stance on Israel: examining the rumors and realities

Cristiano Ronaldo has not publicly endorsed Israel, despite ongoing associations with the pro-Palestinian cause through various gestures and social media presence. Numerous rumors, including claims that he refused to swap jerseys with…

1 month ago

Brussels

The rise of AI companions sparks concerns over impacts on human interaction

AI-driven companions are always available and they don’t judge. It could distort our view on human friendship.…

2 months ago

World

Meta’s AI translation tool now allows dubbing for Instagram videos

Meta is expanding its AI translation tool on Facebook and Instagram, allowing users to automatically dub their reels into another language. The feature utilizes AI technology to synchronize the dub with the…

2 months ago

Innovations

British ministers pursue viral success on Elon Musk’s social media platform

Eye-catching tweets by Politics UK have swamped online coverage of Westminster. Now the Cabinet is getting involved.…

2 months ago

World

Social media addiction among youth sparks debate on effective solutions

While the EU takes a stab at regulating big platforms, countries and companies bicker over who’s responsible for protective measures.…

2 months ago

World

Supreme Court allows Mississippi’s social media age verification law to proceed despite constitutional concerns

Supreme Court Allows Mississippi’s Age Verification Law to Proceed Despite Constitutional Concerns The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that Mississippi’s controversial social media age verification law can be implemented while legal arguments…

2 months ago

Innovations

New political movement emerges in the UK, challenging traditional right-wing norms

Restore Britain wants to shift the Westminster discourse rightward — without becoming a party.…

2 months ago

World

Europe’s media freedom law faces challenges as member states struggle with implementation

Media experts fear the law may be ignored as illiberal and populist parties erode media independence.…

2 months ago

World

Trump warns Musk over subsidies and contracts amid social media conflict

Trump Questions Government Contracts for Musk’s Companies Former President Donald Trump has criticized Elon Musk, suggesting that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative, which Musk helped establish, could be used to…

3 months ago

World

Commission indicates national bans on social media for minors may be possible

EU Measures on Children’s Access to Social Media Spark Controversy The EU is intensifying regulations concerning children’s access to social media platforms, particularly TikTok and Instagram. This comes as member states, especially…

3 months ago

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