Australia is intensifying its crackdown on social media platforms by doubling the penalties for those that break its new user ban laws. This bold step is designed to strengthen regulations and aggressively combat harmful content, with companies now facing much harsher fines for non-compliance
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is gearing up to ban social media access for under-16s, making a powerful move to protect young users from the risks lurking online. This bold initiative calls for stricter regulations on digital platforms, Reuters reports
India has directed VPN providers to block access to Polymarket and other banned betting sites, cautioning that failure to comply could result in losing their legal "safe harbour" protections and facing heightened regulatory scrutiny
Spain is gearing up to ban social media use for anyone under 16, joining a global wave of countries tightening age verification to protect young users online. This bold move aims to shield minors from harmful content and create a safer digital world for the next generation
Australia has made a bold move by banning social media access for users under 16, determined to shield young people from online risks. Experts say this pioneering decision could ignite a global trend, transforming how youth digital safety is managed around the world
Australia is preparing to roll out a social media ban for users under 16, aiming to protect young people from the risks lurking online. However, many teenagers remain skeptical about the law's effectiveness and whether it can be properly enforced
Australia has boldly declared that the world will follow its lead after Meta began limiting teens' access to certain content on its platforms. This pioneering step aims to protect young users in the face of growing global concern. (Reuters)
Australia's eSafety commissioner is urging for YouTube to be included in the country's under-16s social media ban, spotlighting growing concerns over young viewers encountering harmful content on the widely-used video platform
President Trump has terminated a program that enabled millions in China to access the open internet, raising concerns among lawmakers about potential repercussions. Critics argue the decision may limit information flow in a country with heavy internet censorship.
