EU Announces Crackdown on Airbnb-Style Rentals
The European Union unveils a landmark plan to regulate short-term holiday lets, aiming to free up housing and tackle the affordability crisis across member states. Read the full details.
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Australia mandates search engine blur for harmful content
Australia's new online safety rules, effective 27 December, require search engines to blur pornography and violent content. The move aims to shield children from accidental exposure.
No Social Media Platform Admits High Suicide Content Risk
A damning Ofcom report reveals not one tech platform believes it's high risk for suicide or self-harm content, as campaigners slam 'abysmal' self-regulation. Urgent action demanded to protect children online.
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.
AI-Generated Anti-Immigrant Content Gets Billions of Views on TikTok
A new study finds AI-generated videos promoting anti-immigrant views are reaching billions of views on TikTok, raising urgent questions about platform regulation and AI ethics.
‘Rage Bait’ is Oxford's 2025 Word of the Year
Oxford University Press names 'rage bait' its 2025 Word of the Year, defining content designed to provoke outrage for social media traffic. Discover the digital zeitgeist.
Rage bait is Oxford's 2025 Word of the Year
Oxford University Press has declared 'rage bait' its 2025 Word of the Year. Discover what this term means and why its usage has surged threefold in the past year.
‘Rage Bait’ is Oxford's 2025 Word of the Year
Oxford reveals 'rage bait' as its 2025 Word of the Year. Discover how this term for provocative online content tripled in use and what it says about our digital lives.
Influencer Expert's 6 Tricks for Online Success & Profit
Discover the secrets to online success from Dr Sophie Bishop. Learn how to build a powerful personal brand, engage authentically, and start making money today.
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.
TikTok to let users limit AI content in feeds
TikTok is testing a new feature allowing users to control the amount of AI-generated content they see. The move comes as the platform hosts over 1.3 billion AI videos. Discover how to adjust your settings.
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.
Instagram's Algorithm Promotes Nazi Content to Millions
A Fortune investigation uncovers how Instagram's algorithm is amplifying pro-Nazi and Holocaust-denial content to millions, alongside major corporate ads. Discover the impact of Meta's policy shift.
US Congress questions Australia's eSafety commissioner
Australia's eSafety commissioner faces US Congress scrutiny over Online Safety Act, accused of threatening American free speech. Read the latest developments.
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.
Influencer dies in 'death game' live stream
A French influencer died during a 12-day livestream after alleged abuse by fellow streamers. The incident has sparked a police investigation and raised serious questions about platform responsibility.
Influencer made £230k from Facebook disinformation
A Sri Lankan influencer generated £230,000 by running over 100 Facebook pages spreading anti-migrant and Islamophobic disinformation about Britain. Learn how he targeted the UK and the response from authorities.
200,000 Sign Petition Against Social Media Jail Terms
Nearly 200,000 Britons sign petition against imprisoning people for offensive social media posts as free speech concerns grow. Parliamentary debate scheduled for November 17.
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.
Influencer criticised for telling followers to mislead obese
Social media influencer Liv Schmidt faces backlash after suggesting people give wrong directions to overweight individuals. The 25-year-old founder of The Skinni Societe has been accused of promoting harmful content.
Minister slams Ofcom over Online Safety Act delays
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall launches a blistering attack on media watchdog Ofcom for sluggish implementation of the Online Safety Act, leaving families unprotected from harmful content.
Online suicide forums face UK ban in safety crackdown
Ministers announce sweeping new powers to criminalise platforms promoting self-harm and suicide, following tragic deaths linked to online content.
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.
UK bans strangulation in pornography
Anti-trafficking campaigners celebrate as new legislation prohibits simulated choking and strangulation in pornographic content, marking a significant victory for performer welfare.
Scunthorpe's internet filter problem persists
The Lincolnshire town of Scunthorpe faces recurring digital censorship as internet filters flag its name for containing offensive language, causing ongoing problems for residents and businesses.
Guardian removes article, sparking media transparency debate
The Guardian has taken down an article from its website, raising questions about editorial decisions and content preservation in the digital age. Explore what this means for media transparency.
UK bans violent porn depicting women being choked
Exclusive: New laws will criminalise pornographic content depicting women being choked or subjected to extreme violence as ministers tackle the normalisation of dangerous sex acts.
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