Greece to Ban Social Media for Under-15s from 2025
Greece has announced plans to ban access to social media for under-15s starting in January 2025, according to the BBC.
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Australia’s Social Media Firms Failing to Enforce Under-16 Ban, Watchdog Warns
Australia's internet regulator has warned that the world's biggest social media firms are not properly enforcing a new law that bans children under 16 from using major platforms, according to a report by the BBC.
Kris Jenner Image Spreads in Chinese Social Media Good Luck Trend
Kris Jenner's image has gone viral in Chinese social media as part of a trend wishing for luck and fortune, according to BBC reports.
Social Media Addiction Verdict: Tech Giants Found Negligent
A jury has found Meta and Google negligent in a landmark social media addiction trial, marking a significant legal shift in how tech companies are held accountable for user behavior.
Now We Have the Proof: Global Reactions to Landmark Jury Ruling on Social Media Safety
Multiple reports indicate that a landmark jury ruling has provided concrete proof that social media platforms may be complicit in the spread of harmful content, prompting calls for regulatory changes across the globe.
Traders Place $580M in Oil Bets Ahead of Trump’s Iran Talk Post
Traders placed $580 million in oil futures bets ahead of a social media post by Donald Trump on Iran nuclear talks, according to the Financial Times.
Meta and Google Found Liable in Landmark Social Media Addiction Trial
A jury has ruled Meta and Google liable in a landmark trial over social media addiction, awarding $3 million in damages to plaintiffs, according to Fox Business and T-Online reports.
Internet Overwhelmed by Chuck Norris Facts After His Passing
The Internet experienced an unprecedented surge of 'Chuck Norris Facts' following the death of the legendary actor and martial artist, overwhelming online platforms with humorous
Uber invests $1.25B in Rivian for robotaxi expansion
Uber invests $1.25B in Rivian for robotaxi expansion, signaling a major shift in autonomous transportation and challenging Tesla's dominance.
Apple Music and TikTok Launch ‘Play Full Songs’ Feature, Expanding Music Access on Social Platform
Apple Music and TikTok launch 'Play Full Song' feature, allowing users to stream full songs directly on the app.
Anna Schaffelhuber Declines Retirement Talks Amid Paralympic Success
Anna Schaffelhuber denies retirement rumors and continues to inspire as she competes in the Paralympics and is nominated for the Laureus World Sports Awards 2026.
FBI Issues Urgent Warning on Violent Online Networks Exploiting Teens
The FBI has issued an urgent warning about violent online networks targeting teenagers through social media and gaming platforms, highlighting a growing threat of exploitation and abuse.
JioHotstar, OpenAI roll out ChatGPT-powered multilingual voice discovery
JioHotstar and OpenAI announced a partnership Thursday to bring ChatGPT-powered voice discovery to the Indian streaming platform. Viewers can now speak their mood or intent in multiple languages for instant, context-aware content recommendations.
Sexual Predator Jailed for Targeting Teen Girls on Social Media
A 37-year-old man has been jailed for seven years and four months after targeting teenage girls on social media platforms, threatening to distribute fake sexual images of them unless they sent him intimate videos.
Romanian Far-Right Campaigns Spread Anti-LGBTQ+ Narratives Online
A new report reveals that far-right political figures in Romania have used social media to spread anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric ahead of recent elections, with thousands of posts classified as toxic or harmful.