Malaysia bans social media for under-16s from 2026
Malaysia plans to ban social media for children under 16 in 2026, following Australia's lead in a global push for online safety. Discover the new digital age limits.
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Australia's Snapchat ban for under-16s begins 10 Dec
From 10 December 2025, Australians under 16 will be blocked from Snapchat. 440,000 users must verify their age or face locked accounts. Discover the verification process.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban: Challenges Ahead
As Australia's social media ban for under-16s approaches, Communications Minister Anika Wells admits the government 'aren't chasing perfection'. Discover the potential pitfalls and tech company concerns.
AI 'Nudification' Site Fined £50,000 by Ofcom
Ofcom fines an AI deepfake service £50,000 for failing age checks, part of a wider crackdown on online child safety. Discover the details of the investigation.
AI 'Nudification' Site Fined £50k Over Age Checks
The firm behind an AI 'nudification' website has been hit with a £50,000 fine by Ofcom for failing to protect children. Discover the details of the UK's Online Safety Act crackdown.
AI nudification site hit with £50k Ofcom fine
Ofcom fines Undress.cc £50,000 for failing age verification checks. Regulator launches probes into 20 more porn sites. Read the latest on Online Safety Act enforcement.
Meta alerts young Australians to social media ban
Meta begins notifying young Australians to download their data before a world-first social media ban for under-16s takes effect on December 10th. Learn how this impacts families.
Meta starts shutting down Australian teen accounts
Meta is notifying Australian teens under 16 that their Facebook, Instagram, and Threads accounts will be deactivated by 10 December. Find out your options and how to appeal.
Roblox introduces strict age verification for chat
Roblox rolls out mandatory video selfie age checks for private messaging. New system aims to enhance child safety on the popular gaming platform. Learn about the changes.
Roblox introduces strict age verification for safety
Roblox rolls out mandatory video selfie age checks for private messaging. New safeguards aim to protect young users from online risks. Discover the platform's latest safety measures.
Roblox Rolls Out Age Verification in Australia
Roblox introduces voluntary age estimation technology in Australia, arguing its 'immersive gaming platform' should be exempt from the upcoming under-16s social media ban. Learn about the new safety features.
Roblox tightens age checks and introduces age-based chats
Roblox is implementing a new age verification system and age-based chat groups to enhance child safety on its platform. Learn how these changes will protect younger users.
France investigates Vinted over OnlyFans links
French authorities are investigating claims Vinted sellers are directing users to adult content. With 23 million French users and no age checks, child safety is at risk. Read the full investigation details.
Airbnb demands block domestic abuse survivors from safety
Exclusive investigation reveals how vulnerable Londoners escaping abusive relationships are being blocked from emergency housing by Airbnb's verification policies requiring court documentation many don't possess.
Australia bans under-16s from social media including Reddit
Australia announces landmark legislation banning under-16s from social media platforms including Reddit, joining global efforts to protect children's mental health and online safety.
Yale expels student over fake identity admissions scam
An Ivy League student's elaborate deception unravels as Yale discovers he created a fictitious North Dakota persona to hide his Asian background, leading to his expulsion from the prestigious institution.
Pornhub loses 27% of UK visitors in porn crackdown
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's new age verification rules have caused Pornhub's UK traffic to plummet by over 25%, marking a major victory for online safety campaigners.
Australia considers social media ban for under-16s
The Australian government is debating a controversial proposal to ban social media access for children under 16, sparking intense debate about online safety versus digital rights.
AI Fake Interview Scandal: De Blasio Impersonated
A sophisticated AI-generated fake interview with former New York mayor Bill de Blasio has exposed alarming vulnerabilities in political journalism and digital verification processes.
Ofcom demands tech firms protect children online or face huge fines
UK regulator Ofcom unveils strict new online safety rules requiring social media platforms and search engines to implement robust age verification and content moderation systems to shield children from harmful material.
Australian Parliament Debates Social Media Age Verification Laws
Australian politicians clash over controversial social media age assurance laws while confronting toxic algae threats and telecommunications penalties in a dramatic parliamentary session.
Digital ID Crisis: Phone Theft Risk for Brits
Exclusive investigation reveals security flaws in UK's digital identity plans that could leave citizens vulnerable if their mobile devices are stolen or lost.
Digital ID: When Will It Become Mandatory in Britain?
From banking to benefits - discover the everyday situations where digital ID will become mandatory across the UK and what it means for your privacy and convenience.
Digital ID cards risk breaching Good Friday Agreement
Plans for digital ID cards in the UK have raised alarm bells in Northern Ireland, with critics warning they could undermine the delicate balance of the Good Friday Agreement and create a 'two-tier' system.
ChatGPT Gets Adult-Only Feature: OpenAI's Safety Move
OpenAI introduces new age restrictions and content filtering for ChatGPT, creating a safer AI experience while raising questions about digital censorship.
Olympic boxer's 94-second KO sparks gender debate
French boxer Imane Khelif scores lightning-quick knockout in just 94 seconds during her return to the ring, reigniting discussions about gender verification in Olympic boxing following previous controversy.
Young Americans' identity crisis: Confidence in free-fall
New research exposes a dramatic shift in how young Americans identify, with transgender and nonbinary identification soaring while traditional confidence plummets among the youth.
Starmer's Digital ID Cards: Revolution or Risk?
Labour's proposed digital ID cards spark fierce debate as experts warn of technical failures and privacy concerns. Discover why this digital transformation might be doomed from the start.
Instagram gets PG-13 rating system in Meta safety shake-up
Meta announces groundbreaking PG-13 age rating system for Instagram, implementing stricter parental controls and content restrictions for younger users in major platform overhaul.
Labour's Digital ID Gender Choice Alarms MPs
Labour's proposed digital identity system faces backlash as MPs warn it could allow individuals to choose their gender without medical verification, raising concerns about privacy and security implications.
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