Musk Calls to Abolish EU After X's $140m Fine
Elon Musk launched a furious tirade against the European Union, calling for its abolition, after X was fined €120 million for breaching Digital Services Act rules on transparency and design.
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X fined €120m by EU for breaching digital rules
Elon Musk's X platform hit with a massive €120 million penalty by EU regulators for violating transparency rules under the Digital Services Act. Discover the key breaches and potential transatlantic fallout.
EU fines X €120m over deceptive blue ticks and ads
The European Commission has fined X €120m for breaches of the Digital Services Act, including deceptive verification badges and lack of ad transparency. Read the full details of this landmark ruling.
EU Votes to Ban Under-16s from Social Media
The European Parliament votes to ban under-16s from social media platforms. Learn how this landmark resolution could reshape digital childhoods across Europe.
EU wants 16+ social media age limit
The European Parliament urges a 16+ age limit for social media. Discover how the UK, Australia, and other nations are regulating children's online access. Read the full global comparison.
Australia's Snapchat ban for under-16s begins 10 Dec
From 10 December 2025, Australians under 16 will be blocked from Snapchat. 440,000 users must verify their age or face locked accounts. Discover the verification process.
Meta Wins EU Antitrust Case Over WhatsApp-Instagram
Meta secures major victory as EU court overturns €1.2bn antitrust fine. The ruling protects WhatsApp and Instagram integration plans. Discover the implications for tech regulation.
EU Fights for Digital Sovereignty Against Tech Giants
EU Commissioner Thierry Breton warns Europe must protect its digital laws from US pressure and assert sovereignty against competing tech empires. Read why Europe's digital future matters.
Most Brits oppose airline digital boarding pass fees
New research reveals 58% of UK travellers are less likely to book with airlines like Ryanair that charge extra for paper boarding passes. Discover the impact on older passengers and the cost of living.
Australia considers including Roblox in under-16 social media ban
Australian policymakers are pushing to include popular gaming platform Roblox in proposed social media restrictions for under-16s, sparking debate about online safety versus digital freedom.
France suspends TikTok feature in EU first
France becomes first EU nation to suspend TikTok's 'rewards' feature amid mounting concerns about child protection and addictive content algorithms under new digital regulations.
Denmark cracks down on social media election interference
Denmark launches unprecedented legal action against anonymous social media accounts suspected of foreign election meddling, with Copenhagen authorities targeting platforms including Twitch and Instagram.
Starling Bank Faces FCA Probe Over Financial Crime Controls
Exclusive: The digital challenger bank Starling faces regulatory scrutiny as the FCA investigates potential financial crime control failures. Learn how this affects customers and the bank's future.
Australia's Social Media Ban Threatens Reddit's Downvote
Australia's controversial new social media ban raises critical questions about digital expression and whether features like Reddit's downvote could face government scrutiny in the name of online safety.
India's Deepfake Crisis: AI Terror Against Women
A disturbing new wave of AI-powered abuse is sweeping across India, with women facing extortion and harassment through digitally manipulated explicit content. Experts warn this technological terror requires urgent legal and social action.
Australia bans Reddit and Kick in social media crackdown
Australia implements unprecedented social media ban targeting Reddit and Kick, sparking global debate about online regulation and digital freedoms.
Ofcom demands government action on missing connectivity data
The UK's communications regulator has issued a stern warning to ministers over their failure to provide crucial data needed to tackle Britain's digital divide and improve mobile coverage.
Influencers flee to UK over Australia social media ban
An Australian influencer family has relocated to the UK to circumvent Australia's proposed social media ban for children under 16, sparking debate about digital parenting and regulation.
Internet fragility, modern cool & Don McCullin's legacy
Dive into this week's must-read articles exploring internet fragility, the evolution of coolness, and legendary photographer Don McCullin's most powerful shots. Essential reading for the digitally aware.
Senator Canavan under eSafety investigation for social media post
Nationals Senator Matt Canavan under investigation by Australia's eSafety Commissioner for allegedly inflammatory online content, raising questions about political discourse and digital regulation.
Pornhub loses 27% of UK visitors in porn crackdown
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's new age verification rules have caused Pornhub's UK traffic to plummet by over 25%, marking a major victory for online safety campaigners.
Australia considers social media ban for under-16s
The Australian government is debating a controversial proposal to ban social media access for children under 16, sparking intense debate about online safety versus digital rights.
Albania Appoints AI Minister Who's Pregnant with Digital Twins
In a groundbreaking move, Albania has appointed an artificial intelligence as its Minister of Digital Affairs, with the AI announcing it's expecting digital children in a viral video that's redefining governance.
Digital ID: When Will It Become Mandatory in Britain?
From banking to benefits - discover the everyday situations where digital ID will become mandatory across the UK and what it means for your privacy and convenience.
Digital ID App to Transform Ireland-UK Travel
A groundbreaking digital identity scheme is poised to streamline travel within the Common Travel Area, offering Britons and Irish citizens a seamless border experience while raising privacy considerations.
EU investigates Meta and TikTok under Digital Services Act
Brussels launches formal proceedings against tech giants Meta and TikTok for potential Digital Services Act violations, marking Europe's toughest digital regulation enforcement yet.
Starmer's Digital ID Plan Sparks Privacy Debate
Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveils ambitious plans for mandatory digital identity scheme, promising to transform how Britons access public services while facing fierce criticism from privacy campaigners.
Cloud Crash Exposes Who Really Runs the Internet
When the cloud infrastructure we depend on suddenly failed, it revealed the uncomfortable truth about who truly controls our digital lives and why our internet isn't as resilient as we thought.
UK May Force Apple & Google App Store Changes
Tech giants Apple and Google could face unprecedented legislation forcing them to open up their app stores to competition, as UK ministers consider new digital market powers.
Russia bans Instagram after Meta policy change
Moscow officially blocks Instagram across Russia after Meta temporarily allows violent speech against Russian forces, marking a major escalation in the digital front of the Ukraine conflict.
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