Vinted seller's antisemitic listing sparks outrage
A Vinted seller posted 'no Jews allowed' on product listings. The platform initially refused to act, telling a shocked user to simply block the account. Read the full story.
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Australia mandates search engine blur for harmful content
Australia's new online safety rules, effective 27 December, require search engines to blur pornography and violent content. The move aims to shield children from accidental exposure.
No Social Media Platform Admits High Suicide Content Risk
A damning Ofcom report reveals not one tech platform believes it's high risk for suicide or self-harm content, as campaigners slam 'abysmal' self-regulation. Urgent action demanded to protect children online.
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.
Terror watchdog warns UK strategy ignores online threats
The UK's independent reviewer of terror laws criticises the government's 2025 national security plan for failing to prioritise online dangers. Read the urgent warning.
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.
Basketball Australia tackles online abuse with new platform
Basketball Australia unveils a new online safety platform to protect athletes from social media harassment. Discover how this initiative is fighting back against abuse.
Ofcom Urges Social Media to Limit Online Pile-Ons
UK regulator Ofcom issues new guidance to combat misogynist abuse and revenge porn, urging platforms to limit responses and use hash-matching tech to protect women and girls online. Learn more.
Ofcom pressures tech firms to protect women online
UK regulator Ofcom urges tech firms to tackle the 'significant and widespread' online abuse targeting women and girls. New guidance recommends prompts, timeouts, and better blocking tools. #OnlineSafety
Ofcom urges tech firms to protect women online
Ofcom publishes new guidance urging tech firms to combat online abuse against women. Critics demand mandatory rules. Read the full story and key recommendations.
Malaysia bans social media for children under 16
Malaysia will prohibit under-16s from social media from 2026, mirroring Australia's strict new law. Discover how nations are tackling online harms for children.
Digital violence spreads as 1.8bn women lack protection
UN Women reveals digital violence is intensifying, with 44% of women lacking legal protection. Their 16 Days of Activism demands global action for online safety.
Roblox introduces strict age verification for chat
Roblox rolls out mandatory video selfie age checks for private messaging. New system aims to enhance child safety on the popular gaming platform. Learn about the changes.
Roblox tightens age checks and introduces age-based chats
Roblox is implementing a new age verification system and age-based chat groups to enhance child safety on its platform. Learn how these changes will protect younger users.
Father Demands Ofcom Change Over Online Safety
Ian Russell, father of Molly Russell, calls for new Ofcom leadership, accusing the regulator of lacking urgency in protecting children from harmful online content under the Online Safety Act.
Alex Jones bans smartphones at home over child safety
The One Show's Alex Jones reveals her family's smartphone ban after a shocking school talk. Discover how the new Online Safety Act aims to protect children online.
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.
TikTok star Ben Bader victim of Donald Trump Jr death hoax
Popular TikTok creator Ben Bader becomes victim of disturbing death hoax falsely linking him to Donald Trump Jr in elaborate online conspiracy theory that's gone viral across social media platforms.
Phil Foden fights sick online hoax about his children
England and Manchester City footballer Phil Foden has instructed lawyers to pursue malicious hoaxers who falsely claimed his son had died and his daughter was battling cancer in disturbing online posts.
Manchester bomb hoaxer jailed for synagogue threat
A twisted hoaxer who threatened to bomb a Manchester synagogue while referencing the Manchester Arena attack has been sentenced to prison in a case that shocked the community.
Influencer fakes hurricane survival in elaborate social media hoax
Social media influencer Melissa Hannah Grubbs faces backlash after fabricating a dramatic hurricane survival story that never happened, exposing the dangerous lengths some creators will go for online engagement.
Ten face trial for Brigitte Macron cyber harassment
French court prosecutes ten individuals for coordinated online harassment campaign against Brigitte Macron, with defendants facing up to two years imprisonment for pedophilia comparisons and age-gap abuse.
Momo Challenge Hoax Sweeps UK Schools
Parents and schools across Britain are on high alert as the disturbing 'Momo Challenge' hoax resurfaces, causing widespread anxiety among children and prompting urgent safeguarding warnings.
Vinted Selling Secrets: Turn Clutter Into Cash
Discover expert tips for making money on Vinted, from pricing strategies to perfect photos. Learn how Brits are earning hundreds by selling unwanted clothes online.
Chess star Naroditsky targeted by death hoax after Kramnik spat
American chess star Daniel Naroditsky becomes latest victim of disturbing online death rumours after public disagreement with former world champion Vladimir Kramnik, prompting widespread concern in chess community.
Chess streamer targeted by death hoax after Kramnik dispute
Grandmaster and popular streamer Daniel Naroditsky becomes target of disturbing death hoax after online chess dispute with former world champion Vladimir Kramnik sparks controversy.
Bomb hoaxer sentenced for US Embassy fake device
A bomb hoaxer who triggered a major security alert at the US Embassy in London has been sentenced after planting a fake IED device, causing widespread panic and armed police response.
Marketing Expert Reveals How to Profit from Social Media
Discover how marketing guru Brittany Becher transformed content creation into a lucrative career, revealing her proven strategies for making serious money online through social media platforms.
Earn £100k+ Creating Social Media Content
Discover how marketing specialist Rachel Wells transformed her social media skills into a lucrative career, earning over £100,000 annually by creating content for brands and teaching others to do the same.
Half of UK children exposed to disturbing online content
New research exposes how British children are frequently encountering distressing videos and news on social media platforms, with experts calling for urgent action.
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