Australia's 16+ Social Media Age Limit Enforced
Australia begins enforcing a 16-year age limit for social media, with platforms facing fines up to £26 million for non-compliance. Discover the details and global implications.
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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.
Australia's teen social media ban: Twitch in, Pinterest out
Australia's eSafety Commissioner adds Twitch to its teen social media ban but excludes Pinterest. Find out which platforms are affected and the hefty fines for non-compliance.
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.
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.
Ofcom Chief Attacks BBC's Impartiality
Ofcom chairman Lord Michael Grade launches extraordinary attack on BBC's political impartiality, claiming broadcaster fails to understand parliamentary democracy and exhibits 'massive left-wing bias' in landmark speech.
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.
Elon Musk criticised for Tommy Robinson meeting in UK
Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk sparks controversy with UK officials after meeting far-right activist Tommy Robinson during London visit, prompting government concerns about platform accountability.
Bank regulators probe false social media rumours
UK financial regulators investigate coordinated social media campaigns spreading misinformation about bank stability, urging public vigilance against false claims.
Government plans to outsource BBFC film classification duties
Exclusive: The Ministry of Justice is considering transferring British Board of Film Classification responsibilities to external providers in a controversial move that could reshape UK media regulation.
UK bans strangulation in pornography
New legislation making pornography depicting strangulation a criminal offence comes into force in the UK, marking a significant shift in online safety regulation.
Telegraph bidder reported for editorial rule breach
RedBird IMI faces investigation after reportedly failing to notify government about potential breach of editorial protection rules during Telegraph acquisition bid, raising concerns about press freedom.
Ofcom: TalkTV breached impartiality rules
Broadcaster TalkTV has been found in breach of impartiality rules by Ofcom after making unsubstantiated allegations about cancelled local elections on its political programme.
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.
UK tech leaders warn PM about AI fake news flood
Major technology platforms and media leaders issue urgent warning to Prime Minister about AI-generated misinformation threatening to undermine UK elections and public trust.
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.
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.
Social Media's Toxic Perfection Harms Kids' Mental Health
Exclusive: British parents reveal how social media's unrealistic beauty standards and dangerous content are creating a mental health crisis among children, with urgent calls for government intervention.
Extremists Weaponise Social Media to Incite Violence
Exclusive investigation reveals alarming surge in online radicalisation as tech platforms struggle to contain violent political rhetoric targeting mainstream figures.
Ofcom demands tech firms protect children online or face huge fines
UK regulator Ofcom unveils strict new online safety rules requiring social media platforms and search engines to implement robust age verification and content moderation systems to shield children from harmful material.
TikTok and Pam Bondi Face Criminal Charges Over Threat Bounty
Explosive legal action targets TikTok and former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi over alleged 'threat bounty' programme that reportedly paid researchers to find damaging content about competitors.
Zuckerberg Faces Antitrust Firestorm Over Meta Tactics
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg faces damning allegations as internal emails reveal ruthless acquisition strategy designed to crush competition, with former Trump advisor Pam Bondi joining the legal battle.
Scott Bessent key to US-China TikTok deal
Former Soros Fund Management CEO Scott Bessent emerges as pivotal figure in landmark TikTok agreement between US and China, potentially reshaping global tech diplomacy.
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.
Boy, 12, brain damaged by TikTok 'blackout challenge'
Shocking incident as schoolboy suffers severe brain damage from trending social media challenge, prompting urgent safety warnings for parents across the UK
Australia's eSafety Commissioner demands global censorship powers
Australia's online safety chief Julie Inman Grant faces backlash after calling for worldwide content removal powers during London address, raising free speech concerns.
Australia sues TikTok, Instagram over youth mental health crisis
Australia launches landmark legal battle against TikTok and Instagram, demanding radical algorithm changes and billions in compensation for youth mental health damage.
Meta forced to let parents block AI bots from contacting kids
New UK regulations will require Meta to provide parental controls blocking AI chatbots from interacting with children on Facebook and Instagram, marking a major victory for child safety campaigners.
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