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Police Impersonator Jailed For Preying On Elderly

A Victorian con artist who posed as a police officer to steal thousands from the elderly in a sophisticated phone scam has been sentenced to jail. Read the full story of deception and the police warning.

Florida Bans TikTok for Children Under 14

Florida enacts one of America's strictest social media laws, prohibiting children under 14 from using platforms like TikTok and Instagram, mandating age verification, and allowing account deletion.

Facebook Singles Pages Exposed: Predators' Playground

A Daily Mail investigation exposes the dark underbelly of Facebook's local singles groups, revealing rampant sexual predation, fraudulent activity, and explicit content targeting vulnerable users seeking companionship.

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?

Woman loses £200k to 'English accent' NAB phone scam

A Melbourne woman was conned out of her life savings by fraudsters impersonating NAB security with polished English accents. This in-depth report reveals the sophisticated tactics used and crucial safety tips to avoid becoming the next victim.

New App Shields Kids From Toxic Social Media Algorithms

A groundbreaking new app, developed with UK government backing, is set to revolutionise child online safety. 'Shield' gives children and parents unprecedented control over social media feeds, muting harmful algorithms to protect young mental health from t

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.

Australia's Social Media Age Verify Trial Finds 'Inevitable' Flaws

A landmark Australian trial of age-assurance technology for social media access has reported significant accuracy issues, casting doubt on the feasibility of a blanket ban for under-16s. The findings highlight a critical tension between online safety and

AI Voice Cloning Scams Sweep UK: How to Protect Yourself

Exclusive: A shocking new wave of AI-powered voice cloning scams is sweeping the nation, with criminals using deepfake technology to impersonate loved ones. Experts warn this sophisticated fraud is 'here to stay' as cases surge. Learn the red flags and ho

US City Sues Meta and Google Over Youth Mental Health Crisis

The US city of Providence, Rhode Island, has launched a landmark lawsuit against Meta, Google, YouTube, and Instagram's parent companies, alleging their algorithms have created a youth mental health epidemic. The suit seeks financial compensation for the

Minnesota Sues TikTok Over Youth Mental Health Harms

Minnesota's Attorney General Keith Ellison launches a groundbreaking lawsuit against TikTok, alleging its addictive algorithm and 'challenge' features are creating a youth mental health crisis. The state demands sweeping changes to the platform's operatio

Fake Florida nurse arrested for medical fraud

A Florida woman has been arrested after allegedly impersonating a nurse and treating patients without a license. Authorities warn of the dangers of unqualified medical practitioners.

Australia proposes social media ban for under-16s

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces sweeping restrictions on social media access for children under 16, citing mental health risks. Experts weigh in on the controversial plan.

MPs Push for Social Media Ban for Under-16s

A cross-party group of MPs is calling for a ban on social media for children under 16, citing mental health risks and online safety concerns. Discover the debate and potential policy changes.

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