Australia's 16+ Social Media Age Limit Enforced
Australia begins enforcing a 16-year age limit for social media, with platforms facing fines up to £26 million for non-compliance. Discover the details and global implications.
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DC Guard Shooting: Suspect 'Forced by Taliban Threats'
Exclusive: Investigators probe whether suspect Rahmanullah Lakanwal was coerced by Taliban threats against his family in Afghanistan before the fatal DC attack. Read the latest.
Terror watchdog warns UK strategy ignores online threats
The UK's independent reviewer of terror laws criticises the government's 2025 national security plan for failing to prioritise online dangers. Read the urgent warning.
Former Councillor Faces Court in Westminster Honeytrap Case
Oliver Steadman, a former Labour councillor, has appeared in court charged with blackmail and communications offences linked to the Westminster honeytrap scandal. Read the latest developments.
Neighbour ordered to pay £519k over ruined home sale
Vanessa Gibson scuppered Jeremy Cowdrey's £3.85m house sale with 'oppressive' behaviour. A judge has now ordered her to pay over £500,000 in costs and compensation.
1 in 10 UK children blackmailed online, study finds
Shocking NSPCC data reveals 1 in 10 UK children face online blackmail. Parents feel government and tech giants are failing. Learn how to protect your child today.
Schumacher family tightens security after blackmail
Corinna Schumacher has taken a tougher stance on access to Michael after a blackmail attempt involving stolen medical records. Read the full story of the trial and its impact.
EU wants 16+ social media age limit
The European Parliament urges a 16+ age limit for social media. Discover how the UK, Australia, and other nations are regulating children's online access. Read the full global comparison.
Basketball Australia tackles online abuse with new platform
Basketball Australia unveils a new online safety platform to protect athletes from social media harassment. Discover how this initiative is fighting back against abuse.
Schumacher family restricts access after blackmail attempt
Michael Schumacher's family has further limited access to the F1 legend following a blackmail plot involving stolen photos and medical records. Discover the latest developments.
Man accused of blackmail over Katie Hopkins shows
Oliver Hutchings allegedly threatened venues to cancel Katie Hopkins performances, claiming to represent LGBT community. Read the full court details from Southampton.
Ofcom Urges Social Media to Limit Online Pile-Ons
UK regulator Ofcom issues new guidance to combat misogynist abuse and revenge porn, urging platforms to limit responses and use hash-matching tech to protect women and girls online. Learn more.
Ofcom pressures tech firms to protect women online
UK regulator Ofcom urges tech firms to tackle the 'significant and widespread' online abuse targeting women and girls. New guidance recommends prompts, timeouts, and better blocking tools. #OnlineSafety
Ofcom urges tech firms to protect women online
Ofcom publishes new guidance urging tech firms to combat online abuse against women. Critics demand mandatory rules. Read the full story and key recommendations.
Malaysia bans social media for children under 16
Malaysia will prohibit under-16s from social media from 2026, mirroring Australia's strict new law. Discover how nations are tackling online harms for children.
Life sentence for South Korean digital sex crime ringleader
A South Korean man receives a life sentence for running a massive online blackmail ring that sexually exploited 261 victims, including minors. Discover the shocking details of the case.
Digital violence spreads as 1.8bn women lack protection
UN Women reveals digital violence is intensifying, with 44% of women lacking legal protection. Their 16 Days of Activism demands global action for online safety.
Couple jailed for adult website blackmail scheme
A married couple has been sentenced to over a decade in prison for a chilling blackmail campaign targeting men on an adult website. Discover the full story of their crimes.
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 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.
Father Demands Ofcom Change Over Online Safety
Ian Russell, father of Molly Russell, calls for new Ofcom leadership, accusing the regulator of lacking urgency in protecting children from harmful online content under the Online Safety Act.
Alex Jones bans smartphones at home over child safety
The One Show's Alex Jones reveals her family's smartphone ban after a shocking school talk. Discover how the new Online Safety Act aims to protect children online.
Australia's Social Media Ban Threatens Reddit's Downvote
Australia's controversial new social media ban raises critical questions about digital expression and whether features like Reddit's downvote could face government scrutiny in the name of online safety.
Police Officer Jailed for Blackmailing Suspect
A South Yorkshire police officer has been sentenced to prison after blackmailing a suspect, threatening to plant evidence unless they paid him £1,000 in a serious breach of trust.
Police accused of blackmailing suspected paedophile
A Metropolitan Police officer faces serious misconduct allegations after being accused of blackmailing a suspected paedophile, exploiting the man's gambling addiction in a disturbing abuse of power.
Ten face trial for Brigitte Macron cyber harassment
French court prosecutes ten individuals for coordinated online harassment campaign against Brigitte Macron, with defendants facing up to two years imprisonment for pedophilia comparisons and age-gap abuse.
Wes Nelson targeted in shocking £50k blackmail plot
Former Love Island favourite Wes Nelson faces disturbing blackmail threats as criminals demand £50,000 ransom for stolen private images in shocking celebrity security breach.
Vinted Selling Secrets: Turn Clutter Into Cash
Discover expert tips for making money on Vinted, from pricing strategies to perfect photos. Learn how Brits are earning hundreds by selling unwanted clothes online.
Soldier jailed 27 years for sextortion scam targeting 100 victims
A serving British Army soldier has been sentenced to 27 years in prison for masterminding a sophisticated sextortion scheme that preyed on nearly 100 victims worldwide, using fake female profiles to blackmail and manipulate.
Marketing Expert Reveals How to Profit from Social Media
Discover how marketing guru Brittany Becher transformed content creation into a lucrative career, revealing her proven strategies for making serious money online through social media platforms.
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