#social-media-regulation

#social-media-regulation

Australia plans to ban younger teens from social media before the next election, with legislation expected to target users under 14-16 years.

Australia is taking strict measures against big tech, mandating payments to publishers for content and imposing social media access restrictions for minors.

Australia enforces a law banning social media use for children under 16, with enforcement questions and industry pushback.

Australia is introducing legislation to ban social media for under 16s, focusing on age verification to protect children from potential online harm.

Australia plans to introduce a minimum age limit for social media use due to mental health concerns, backed by bipartisan support.

Australia is moving towards a historic ban on social media access for children under 16, aiming to safeguard youth addiction concerns.

Several states are suing TikTok, claiming its design is addictive and detrimental to children's mental health.

The Supreme Court's intervention in TikTok v. Garland raises critical constitutional issues regarding government regulation of social media and national security.

Trump advocates for a pause on TikTok ban implementation to explore political solutions post-inauguration.

TikTok faces a $10 million fine in Venezuela for viral challenges linked to the deaths of three children, stressing the need for better content moderation.

Meta has banned RT and other Russian state media outlets globally due to foreign interference activities and U.S. government pressure.

Meta introduces verification requirements for financial advertisers to combat rising investment scams involving fake celebrities, effective February 2025.

Meta's new Instagram Teen Account program aims to enhance user safety but may be more about public relations than actual protection.

Ireland's media regulator is enforcing strict measures on Meta to combat terrorist content on social media platforms. Compliance is critical to avoid large penalties.

Partnership with NGOs to connect users reporting harmful content with mental health support. Aiming for a safer user experience on the platform.

AI chatbots impersonating real victims have emerged, raising serious ethical concerns regarding online moderation and the exploitation of vulnerable individuals.

American regulators are advocating for safety labels on social media to warn about risks to children's mental health.

The lawsuit accuses Google and YouTube of targeting children with harmful content, exploiting their vulnerability and addiction potential for profit.

A coalition of 42 attorneys general urges Congress to impose warning labels on social media to highlight risks to children's mental health.

Australia has implemented a law banning social media use for those under 16, with major implications for global tech regulations.

Australia's parliament passed a law banning children under 16 from social media to address youth mental health concerns.

Irish regulators compel TikTok, X, and Instagram to prevent terrorist content under new legislation, balancing online safety and free speech.

Ireland to enforce 'binding codes' on social media with EU support.

Social media regulations in Ireland are about to get stricter with the enforcement of 'binding codes' based on EU legislation.

The integration of smartphones into daily life calls for guidance and moderation in their use, especially among the youth.

Ireland's Online Safety Code expands protections against harmful content on major video-sharing platforms beyond illegal content already covered by EU law.

Australia is the first country to pass a law banning children under 16 from social media platforms.

Recent legal accountability cases signal a potential shift in how social media platforms are regulated and held responsible for their content.

The arrest of Telegram's CEO raises concerns about how authorities handle platforms that resist compliance with regulations on harmful content.

Australia's government plans to ban minors from social media, aiming to mitigate social harm associated with digital platforms.

ACMA may gain new powers to combat misinformation and disinformation on social media platforms.

The conflict between government regulation of social media and free speech is exemplified by ongoing efforts to manage misinformation and public safety in tech regulations.

Musk's comment on Australia's misinformation legislation underscores the ongoing debate about free speech versus regulation of harmful online content.

Australia plans to legislate new age limits for social media to protect children's mental health and restrict access to inappropriate content.

CMA's report found that Apple's policies hinder mobile browser innovation, urging further investigations into Apple's and Google's market practices.

Alibaba has formed a new group to integrate its e-commerce operations, aimed at enhancing resource utilization and supporting market expansion.

Australia is poised to enforce a bill banning social media for under 16s, highlighting a significant regulatory change in youth social media access.

Brazil's Supreme Court suspends X due to misinformation, defying Elon Musk's refusal to comply with legal orders.

Moraes cites threats to democracy and electoral integrity as key reasons for the suspension of X.

The Brazilian Supreme Court upheld a ban on Elon Musk's social media platform X due to compliance issues with local laws.

Brazil suspends access to X after Elon Musk fails to appoint a local representative.

The Brazilian Supreme Court unanimously upheld a ban on X, emphasizing adherence to local laws over multinational companies' actions.

Elon Musk's public battles with governments may reflect both a defense of free speech and his own business interests.

A social media ban for under-16s is not preferred by UK officials, aiming for responsible online protections instead.

Empower users with control over social media algorithms while enhancing privacy, without recommending a ban on under-16s accessing these platforms.

Social media platforms are restricting political ads to combat misinformation and protect election integrity during a potentially contentious voting period.

Grok AI is generating misleading political images on X, violating its own guidelines and heightening concerns about electoral misinformation.

Disinformation complicates public trust, blurring lines between fact and fiction in society.

Misleading claims about Kamala Harris's comments on Donald Trump's Twitter account are circulating on social media, misrepresenting her calls for regulatory accountability.

RNC's litigation against Google dismissed; Section 230 protections upheld for online platforms.

The ad tech community is facing significant challenges with Google's market dynamics and regulatory scrutiny, highlighted during the recent ATS London event.

X's ban in Brazil underscores tensions between censorship, disinformation, and the role of social media in politics.

Brazil's Supreme Court upholds a ban on X, demanding compliance with local regulations and signaling challenges for social media companies operating in the country.

Brazil's Supreme Court lifted the suspension on X after the company complied with legal demands, emphasizing limits to freedom of expression amid disinformation.

Brazil lifted the ban on X Corp. after compliance with court orders, but ongoing legal disputes highlight tensions between regulation and free expression.

YouTube's firearm policy updates have not effectively restricted access to gun-related content for minors, as shown by a recent investigative report.

California's law bans addictive social media feeds for minors without parental consent starting in 2027.

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly's proposal to restrict social media use for those under 16 may be well-intentioned but is unlikely to be practically feasible.

New York's SAFE for Kids Act has prompted nationwide changes, leading social media platforms to implement stronger protections for minors.

California's new law protects children from social media addiction by regulating notifications and setting accounts to private by default.