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.
Category : Regulation
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.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban: Key Details
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Here's how it will work, which platforms are included, and what it means for young users.
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.
Teens bypass Australia's social media ban via unregulated apps
Australian under-16s are migrating to apps not covered by the new social media ban, raising questions about the policy's effectiveness. Discover where they're going and the implications for online safety.
Porn company fined £1m over age verification failures
Ofcom fines AVS Group £1 million for inadequate age checks on its adult websites. The regulator demands immediate action to protect children online under the Online Safety Act.
China shuts factory over 'childlike' sex dolls
A Chinese factory is shut after a global outcry over sex dolls resembling children. Regulators and online giants like Shein and AliExpress face mounting pressure to act. Read the full investigation.
Pornography firm fined £1m by Ofcom over age checks
AVS Group Ltd, which runs 18 adult websites, has been fined £1.05m by regulator Ofcom for inadequate age verification. It's the third such fine under the Online Safety Act.
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.
Australia's eSafety Chief Grilled by US Congress
Australia's eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, defended her powers under the Online Safety Act before a US congressional committee, sparking a debate on global internet regulation and free speech.
Australia's Social Media Ban for Under-16s Faces Implementation Delay
Australia's pioneering under-16s social media ban begins 10 Dec, but the govt admits it may take weeks to work fully. Lemon8 app will restrict users, with more platforms potentially added. Read the latest.
Minister Warns LinkedIn Could Be Added to Social Media Ban
Australia's Communications Minister warns LinkedIn could lose its exemption from the under-16s social media ban if it becomes a haven for bullying. The ban starts December 10.
India Mandates Preloaded State App on All New Smartphones
India's telecom ministry has privately ordered Apple, Samsung, and others to preinstall an undeletable state cybersecurity app on all new phones, raising privacy concerns. Read the full story.
UK Government Unveils AI Plan, Rejects New Legislation
The UK government has launched a new AI strategy focused on economic benefits and unlocking data, rejecting calls for standalone legislation. Discover the plan's key points.
AI Evidence Blunder: Court Motion Rejected Over Errors
A US prosecutor's motion citing AI-generated inaccuracies has been rejected by a judge, highlighting growing concerns about artificial intelligence in legal proceedings. Learn about the case implications.
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.
Meta Faces $16bn Fine in Italy Over WhatsApp AI Probe
Italy's antitrust watchdog investigates Meta for allegedly forcing its AI chatbot onto WhatsApp users without consent. Potential fine could exceed $16 billion if found guilty of EU rule breaches.
Australia enforces social media ban for under-16s
Australia will proceed with banning children under 16 from social media despite legal challenges. Discover how this world-first legislation could impact digital freedom and child protection.
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.
Social Media Firms Told to Tackle Online Misogyny
Ofcom urges platforms to use 'timeouts' and 'prompts' to fight abuse against women. Tech Secretary Liz Kendall warns firms are 'complicit' if they fail to act. Read the full story.
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.
Ofcom urges tech firms to tackle online abuse of women
UK regulator Ofcom issues urgent guidance demanding technology companies protect women from 'significant and widespread' online abuse. New measures include content prompts and blocking tools.
US Senators Demand Meta Scam Ad Investigation
US senators call for FTC and SEC investigation into Meta, alleging Facebook and Instagram earn billions from scam ads. Discover the details and potential consequences.
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.
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 Under-16 Social Media Ban: Challenges Ahead
As Australia's social media ban for under-16s approaches, Communications Minister Anika Wells admits the government 'aren't chasing perfection'. Discover the potential pitfalls and tech company concerns.
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