The Australian government proposes a major expansion of its social media ban for minors, targeting platforms like Reddit, Twitch, Roblox, and Steam to create a safer online environment for children.
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey calls for urgent social media reforms and a General Election, citing new polling that shows a collapse in public trust towards the government and its ministers.
Former Deputy PM Nick Clegg launches scathing attack on Elon Musk's X, accusing the platform of toxic content and demanding urgent digital regulation. Sir Ed Davey echoes calls for reform.
UK regulator Ofcom launches a major campaign to ensure pornography websites comply with the new Online Safety Act, enforcing strict age verification to protect minors from harmful content.
A critical loophole in Australia's new social media age verification law allows minors to easily access harmful content, including gambling and violent far-right material, by simply browsing without an account, experts warn.
Former President Donald Trump suggests leveraging FCC licensing powers to retaliate against networks he accuses of 'Fake News', raising profound concerns for press freedom and regulatory independence in the US.
US talk show host Jimmy Kimmel is under FCC scrutiny after a Republican lawmaker accused his show of fabricating a Donald Trump interview using AI, raising questions about media ethics and regulation.
The US Federal Communications Commission has launched a formal investigation into ABC's 'The View' following host Whoopi Goldberg's direct plea to viewers to complain to the FCC, sparking a major free speech debate.
In a dramatic escalation, US media regulators have initiated proceedings to strip Donald Trump's social media venture, Truth Social, of its essential broadcast license. This unprecedented move could severely impact the former President's digital media amb
Shocking investigation reveals Instagram's algorithm actively connects paedophiles and facilitates illegal child content distribution, prompting urgent calls for regulation.
Exclusive investigation uncovers a network of AI-generated fake news stories, including fabricated claims of 'migrant protests', being used to stoke racial division and community tensions across the UK.
A damning new report reveals how a powerful network of right-wing news outlets, led by figures like Steve Bannon and Charlie Kirk, is systematically eroding trust in mainstream journalism and democratic institutions across the United States.
California lawmakers advance a groundbreaking bill to mandate health warnings on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, aiming to combat the youth mental health crisis. A potential blueprint for the UK?
YouTube has permanently banned prominent right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk's channel for repeated violations of its election integrity policies, sparking debate over free speech and platform regulation.
Instagram owner Meta is being sued for billions by UK children in a landmark case alleging illegal collection and exploitation of minors' personal data without proper consent.
The UK government is set to introduce landmark legislation requiring clear labelling for all AI-generated content, aiming to combat misinformation and protect democratic integrity.
Nepal's government, led by PM Khadga Prasad Oli, has imposed a nationwide ban on TikTok, citing its negative impact on 'social harmony' and family structures. The move follows regional concerns over the app's content.
A damning investigation from Denmark reveals how Snapchat's features are being exploited by drug dealers to operate with impunity, raising serious child safety concerns.
Ministers are pressuring Ofcom to enforce stringent new age verification rules on YouTube and TikTok, aiming to shield young users from harmful content and data collection practices.
Home Secretary unveils groundbreaking legislation forcing tech giants to scan for child sexual abuse material, sparking fierce privacy debate.
Australia's eSafety Commissioner has issued a stark warning that major tech platforms are failing to stop the proliferation of child sexual abuse material, despite new voluntary codes being implemented.
New York City officially classifies social media as an environmental toxin, launching a bold public health offensive against tech companies to protect adolescent mental wellbeing.
Broadcasting regulator Ofcom has ruled against TalkTV after James Anderson compared Hugh Grant to a 'paedophile' during a live debate, citing a breach of due care and offensive language rules.
UK media regulator Ofcom is assessing over 100 complaints following a controversial Coronation Street episode depicting a character's grief after a stillbirth, with viewers divided over the sensitive portrayal.
ITV's flagship morning show Good Morning Britain faces a formal Ofcom investigation after a heated political debate descends into chaos, with critics branding the segment 'despicable' and demanding regulatory action.
Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa delivers stark warning at the Global Tech Summit, stating unregulated technology platforms are systematically eroding democratic foundations worldwide.
Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa delivered a chilling warning to Australia's National Press Club, declaring that unregulated tech platforms pose an existential threat to global democracy and must be held accountable.
Ofcom launches its first investigations under the UK's landmark Online Safety Act, targeting controversial platforms 4chan and Kiwi Farms for potentially facilitating illegal content.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni launches a landmark lawsuit against Meta, demanding €2 million in damages after a deepfake pornographic video of her went viral on Facebook. The case centres on the platform's alleged failure to remove the content pro
Meta unveils major Instagram safety overhaul for UK teens, including default private accounts, stricter messaging controls, and enhanced parental supervision tools to combat online risks.