Court Set To Tackle Florida's Social Media Law As Free Speech Fight Heats UpFlorida's HB3 aims to restrict social media use among teens but faces legal challenges for potential First Amendment violations.
Musk brands Australian government 'fascists' after they try to fine tech giants that fail to stem misinformationMusk criticized Australia's misinformation bill, calling the government 'fascists' for imposing fines on social media companies.
Judge further restricts Texas law limiting kids' social media access, AG immediately appealsFederal judge halts enforcement of Texas social media law targeting children, marking a significant win for free expression advocates.
Joe Rogan Says First Amendment In Danger If Harris-Walz Win: So Many Wild Things They Are Saying'Joe Rogan warns that Kamala Harris's victory could severely restrict free speech based on her past statements regarding social media regulation.
Court Set To Tackle Florida's Social Media Law As Free Speech Fight Heats UpFlorida's HB3 aims to restrict social media use among teens but faces legal challenges for potential First Amendment violations.
Musk brands Australian government 'fascists' after they try to fine tech giants that fail to stem misinformationMusk criticized Australia's misinformation bill, calling the government 'fascists' for imposing fines on social media companies.
Judge further restricts Texas law limiting kids' social media access, AG immediately appealsFederal judge halts enforcement of Texas social media law targeting children, marking a significant win for free expression advocates.
Joe Rogan Says First Amendment In Danger If Harris-Walz Win: So Many Wild Things They Are Saying'Joe Rogan warns that Kamala Harris's victory could severely restrict free speech based on her past statements regarding social media regulation.
UK internet watchdog gives social media companies three months to improve safety or face huge finesNew regulations in the UK aim to enhance online safety for children and adults, requiring platforms to act by mid-March 2025.
Australian Senate Passes Social Media Ban for Under-16s, Will Soon Become World-First LawAustralia passes world-first law banning social media for children under 16, with hefty fines for non-compliance.
After Australia's ban, Indonesia mulls minimum age for social mediaIndonesia plans to implement legislation to protect minors from potential dangers of social media.The government aims to establish a minimum age for social media use to enhance child protection.
UK internet watchdog gives social media companies three months to improve safety or face huge finesNew regulations in the UK aim to enhance online safety for children and adults, requiring platforms to act by mid-March 2025.
Australian Senate Passes Social Media Ban for Under-16s, Will Soon Become World-First LawAustralia passes world-first law banning social media for children under 16, with hefty fines for non-compliance.
After Australia's ban, Indonesia mulls minimum age for social mediaIndonesia plans to implement legislation to protect minors from potential dangers of social media.The government aims to establish a minimum age for social media use to enhance child protection.
Texas is suing TikTok for allegedly violating its new child privacy lawTexas lawsuit highlights TikTok's alleged violations of child privacy laws, questioning the efficacy of its parental control features.
Will RedNote get banned in the US?TikTok users migrating to RedNote demonstrates the irony of U.S. foreign social media regulations that may not effectively protect user data or national security.
TikTok says it will go dark Sunday unless Biden offers 'definitive statement' | TechCrunchTikTok's future in US app stores hangs in uncertainty due to legal rulings and lack of assurances from the Biden administration.
Sociable: TikTok Launches Legal Challenge Against US Sell-Off BillCongress is targeting TikTok with a law that could lead to a shutdown by 2025.
Albania bans TikTok for a year after fatal stabbing of teenager last monthAlbania has instituted a one-year ban on TikTok to address youth violence and promote safety in schools.
Texas is suing TikTok for allegedly violating its new child privacy lawTexas lawsuit highlights TikTok's alleged violations of child privacy laws, questioning the efficacy of its parental control features.
Will RedNote get banned in the US?TikTok users migrating to RedNote demonstrates the irony of U.S. foreign social media regulations that may not effectively protect user data or national security.
TikTok says it will go dark Sunday unless Biden offers 'definitive statement' | TechCrunchTikTok's future in US app stores hangs in uncertainty due to legal rulings and lack of assurances from the Biden administration.
Sociable: TikTok Launches Legal Challenge Against US Sell-Off BillCongress is targeting TikTok with a law that could lead to a shutdown by 2025.
Albania bans TikTok for a year after fatal stabbing of teenager last monthAlbania has instituted a one-year ban on TikTok to address youth violence and promote safety in schools.
Daily briefing: Extreme heat makes body clocks tick fasterAI systems may need welfare policies to prevent potential suffering if they ever exhibit consciousness.Australia's social media law for children faces criticism regarding its effectiveness and enforceability.Argentina's scientific community is suffering due to government budget cuts under president Javier Milei.
10 hot button issues that will have new U.S. laws in 2025California seeks to regulate AI and protect child influencers with new laws.Legal challenges are a factor in new social media regulations across several states.2025 will see significant legal changes regarding technology and youth protection.
Daily briefing: Extreme heat makes body clocks tick fasterAI systems may need welfare policies to prevent potential suffering if they ever exhibit consciousness.Australia's social media law for children faces criticism regarding its effectiveness and enforceability.Argentina's scientific community is suffering due to government budget cuts under president Javier Milei.
10 hot button issues that will have new U.S. laws in 2025California seeks to regulate AI and protect child influencers with new laws.Legal challenges are a factor in new social media regulations across several states.2025 will see significant legal changes regarding technology and youth protection.
Social media firms could have to use facial recognition to verify ageSocial media firms may be required to use facial recognition to verify children's ages, as Ofcom seeks to enforce online safety regulations.
Social media faces big changes under new Ofcom rulesSocial media companies must implement significant changes to user safety protocols under new UK regulations, including allowing individuals to exit group chats discreetly.
Social media firms could have to use facial recognition to verify ageSocial media firms may be required to use facial recognition to verify children's ages, as Ofcom seeks to enforce online safety regulations.
Social media faces big changes under new Ofcom rulesSocial media companies must implement significant changes to user safety protocols under new UK regulations, including allowing individuals to exit group chats discreetly.
Australia's government spent the week boxing Big TechAustralia's government is introducing a minimum age for social media to protect children and ensure they have real-life experiences.
Australia passed a law banning social media for kids under 16. Tech companies will need creative solutions to avoid $32 million fines.Australia enacts a social media ban for users under 16, placing accountability on tech companies to enforce age restrictions.
Australia plans to hit social media companies with $30 million fines if they fail to keep kids off their platformsAustralia introduces strict regulations to keep children under 16 off social media, with fines for non-compliance.
Australia's government spent the week boxing Big TechAustralia's government is introducing a minimum age for social media to protect children and ensure they have real-life experiences.
Australia passed a law banning social media for kids under 16. Tech companies will need creative solutions to avoid $32 million fines.Australia enacts a social media ban for users under 16, placing accountability on tech companies to enforce age restrictions.
Australia plans to hit social media companies with $30 million fines if they fail to keep kids off their platformsAustralia introduces strict regulations to keep children under 16 off social media, with fines for non-compliance.
Australian Government Votes to Ban Under 16s from Social Media AppsThe new regulations focus on protecting children under 16 from accessing social media platforms.
Beijing's internet censors have a new target: Echo chambers on social mediaChinese regulators are addressing social media's role in creating biased echo chambers by enforcing algorithmic changes.New rules also prioritize the welfare of gig workers and fair pricing strategies.
Australia Pushes Ahead with Teen Social Media BanThe Online Safety Amendment Bill seeks to establish a minimum age for social media use and place enforcement responsibility on platforms.
Elon Musk called the Australian government 'fascists.' It's the latest country he's picking a fight with.Elon Musk criticized Australia for proposed social media regulations, escalating tensions over misinformation control and sparking international controversy over his platform's moderation policies.
Musk's empire risks being targeted by EU for potential X finesThe EU may fine social media platform X using revenue from Elon Musk's other companies, increasing potential penalties for content violations.
X allowed to resume service in Brazil as Elon Musk's feud with 'dictator' endsBrazil's Supreme Court allows X to resume operations after compliance with legal rulings.Elon Musk reversed his stance on Brazilian court orders regarding hate speech moderation.
Elon Musk called the Australian government 'fascists.' It's the latest country he's picking a fight with.Elon Musk criticized Australia for proposed social media regulations, escalating tensions over misinformation control and sparking international controversy over his platform's moderation policies.
Musk's empire risks being targeted by EU for potential X finesThe EU may fine social media platform X using revenue from Elon Musk's other companies, increasing potential penalties for content violations.
X allowed to resume service in Brazil as Elon Musk's feud with 'dictator' endsBrazil's Supreme Court allows X to resume operations after compliance with legal rulings.Elon Musk reversed his stance on Brazilian court orders regarding hate speech moderation.
Discord: Why the messaging app is under scrutiny DW 10/11/2024Russia has banned Discord citing terrorist activity and failure to remove illegal content.Turkey followed suit to protect children from online criminal activities.
Facing regulation, Justin Jin's company Mediababy to include youth sports contentMediababy is pivoting to youth sports content in response to new regulations from Meta.The company focuses on producing engaging, snack-sized content for young sports fans.Mediababy aims to create over 200 pieces of daily content to attract its audience.
Instagram making teen accounts private as pressure mounts on children's safetyInstagram is making teen accounts private by default for enhanced safety amid growing social media concerns.
Instagram revamps safety features for teens as congressional pressure mounts - here's all the changes social media giant is makingInstagram's new safety features for kids aim to protect them but are seen as efforts to evade stricter regulations on social media.
Instagram making teen accounts private as pressure mounts on children's safetyInstagram is making teen accounts private by default for enhanced safety amid growing social media concerns.
Instagram revamps safety features for teens as congressional pressure mounts - here's all the changes social media giant is makingInstagram's new safety features for kids aim to protect them but are seen as efforts to evade stricter regulations on social media.
Government strengthens Online Safety Act to crack down on revenge pornThe Government's Online Safety Act will classify revenge porn as a priority offense, requiring social media platforms to proactively remove and prevent such content.
Meta offered 'unacceptable' response to concerns over illicit drug ads on Facebook and Instagram, congressman saysMeta faced backlash over insufficient response to illicit drug ads on its platforms, raising concerns about user safety and accountability.
Meta will open up Horizon Worlds access to preteensMeta is allowing preteens to access Horizon Worlds with parental approval and safety measures in place.
Meta offered 'unacceptable' response to concerns over illicit drug ads on Facebook and Instagram, congressman saysMeta faced backlash over insufficient response to illicit drug ads on its platforms, raising concerns about user safety and accountability.
Meta will open up Horizon Worlds access to preteensMeta is allowing preteens to access Horizon Worlds with parental approval and safety measures in place.
fromwww.nytimes.com7 months agoHow Brazil's Experiment Fighting Fake News Led to a Ban on XBrazil's Supreme Court appointed Justice Moraes to combat online disinformation decisively, prompting both praise and concern over potential impacts on democracy and free speech.
Trump has yet to decide his VP pick and it's turning into a pageant of its ownUS election updates including Trump's trials and potential VP selection, Biden's speech on antisemitism, and TikTok's battle against US government regulations.
Ukraine Signs Security Agreements With Slovenia, Czech RepublicBeing in Russia or Russia-controlled parts of Ukraine with a Russian passport may lead to fines or imprisonment for social media interactions with certain content.
California Governor Gavin Newsom wants to restrict phone use in schoolsGavin Newsom supports restricting smartphones in schools, aligning with efforts from other states for children's well-being.
US Surgeon General Urges Congress to Require Warning Labels for Social Media | KQEDSocial media warning labels are not enough to ensure the safety of young people online.
Ukraine Calls For Ban On 4 Russian, Belarusian Wrestlers From Paris OlympicsSharing, liking, or saving certain content in Russia or Russia-controlled parts of Ukraine could lead to fines or imprisonment.