TikTok job cuts prompt UK national security probe demand
Senior Conservative MPs demand investigation into TikTok's sudden job cuts amid national security concerns and questions about Chinese government influence.
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Google faces UK regulatory overhaul after watchdog decision
The UK's competition watchdog has designated Google with special status, potentially forcing significant changes to how the tech giant operates its search engine for British users.
Australia's social media ban: 4chan accessible to under-16s
Australia's groundbreaking social media ban for under-16s faces scrutiny as controversial platform 4chan escapes restrictions, raising questions about enforcement and platform classification.
NHS doctor faces second tribunal over Hamas posts
A senior NHS doctor is under investigation for the second time by the General Medical Council over social media comments regarding the October 7th Hamas attacks, raising questions about free speech in the medical profession.
Bank of England warns Google, Microsoft over AI risks
The Bank of England issues stark warning to Silicon Valley giants over 'black box' AI systems threatening financial stability. Governor Andrew Bailey demands urgent transparency improvements.
Indonesia Forces TikTok to Separate Shopping Feature
Indonesia becomes first Southeast Asian nation to ban TikTok Shop, forcing ByteDance to separate social media from e-commerce in dramatic regulatory move affecting millions of users.
TikTok child accounts can access pornographic content
Shocking investigation reveals TikTok's child safety failures as pornographic material remains readily available to under-13 accounts, sparking urgent calls for regulation.
Apple removes Trump's Truth Social from UK App Store
Apple has abruptly pulled Donald Trump's Truth Social app from its UK App Store, dealing a major blow to the former president's social media platform just as it planned international expansion.
TikTok's Political Shift: Heading for MAGA Takeover?
Exclusive analysis reveals how TikTok's potential US ban is pushing the platform toward conservative politics, with Donald Trump's surprising reversal and growing Republican influence creating a seismic shift in social media dynamics.
Alex Jones in High Court over defamatory tweets about MP
Controversial US broadcaster Alex Jones is being taken to the High Court in London over allegedly defamatory tweets about Labour MP Dawn Butler, raising questions about social media accountability under Elon Musk's ownership.
FCC Commissioner Slams Jimmy Kimmel in Senate Hearing
Republican FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr accuses Jimmy Kimmel of pushing for government censorship during explosive Senate testimony about social media regulation.
Tech firms may quit Australian misinformation fight
Major technology companies including Meta and Google are considering abandoning efforts to combat misinformation in Australia, citing unsustainable costs and regulatory burdens under new laws.
Australia sues TikTok, Instagram over youth mental health
Australia launches landmark legal battle against TikTok and Instagram, accusing them of deliberately addicting children to their platforms while demanding billions in compensation for the mental health damage caused.
Australia's expanded social media ban targets Reddit, Twitch
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.
Davey Demands Social Media Regulation Amid Trust Crisis
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.
Clegg: Musk's X is 'digital wild west' needing regulation
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.
Ofcom Enforces Online Safety Act on Porn Sites
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.
Australia's Social Media Ban Loophole Exposed for Under-16s
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.
US Moves to Revoke Trump's Broadcast License
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
Instagram's Algorithm Promotes Child Abuse Networks
Shocking investigation reveals Instagram's algorithm actively connects paedophiles and facilitates illegal child content distribution, prompting urgent calls for regulation.
AI-Generated Fake News Inflames UK Migrant Tensions
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.
California Bill Mandates Social Media Health Warnings
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 bans Charlie Kirk for election misinformation
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.
Meta faces UK billion-pound lawsuit over kids' Instagram data
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.
Nepal Bans TikTok, Citing Threat to Social Harmony
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.
Snapchat exposed as hub for open drug dealing
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.
UK Demands Stricter Age Checks on YouTube and TikTok
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.
UK's New War on Online Child Abuse Sparks Privacy Row
Home Secretary unveils groundbreaking legislation forcing tech giants to scan for child sexual abuse material, sparking fierce privacy debate.
Big Tech failing to stop child abuse content online
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 declares social media public health hazard
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.
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