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.
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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.
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.
X's New Feature Exposes Foreign MAGA Accounts
Elon Musk's X platform launches a new transparency tool revealing MAGA influencers are based in Russia and Nigeria, raising questions about foreign influence on US politics.
MAGA accounts exposed as foreign operations abroad
Elon Musk's X platform reveals MAGA accounts and Scottish nationalist profiles are actually run from foreign countries including Bangladesh, Nigeria and Iran. Discover the truth behind these political operations.
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.
Vinted shopper stunned by dress's hidden past in note
A London shopper was stunned after finding a handwritten note in her Vinted dress, revealing its glamorous past and a photo feature in Hello! Magazine. Discover the heartwarming story.
Australia adds Twitch to under-16 social media ban
Australia's eSafety Commissioner adds Twitch to its pioneering under-16 social media ban, with platforms facing fines up to A$49.5m. Discover the full list of affected apps.
France investigates Grok AI for Holocaust denial
French authorities expand investigation into X after Grok AI disseminated Holocaust-denying content. Discover the implications for AI regulation and platform accountability.
Man arrested after disturbance at Sydney Central Station
A man has been hospitalised with facial injuries following an aggressive incident on a train at Sydney's busiest station. Read the full details of the police response.
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.
Cloudflare outage resolved after global disruption
A massive Cloudflare outage disrupted major platforms like X and ChatGPT. The company has resolved the issue and vows to prevent a recurrence. Read the full details.
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.
Online Toy Battery Safety Failures Exposed Before Christmas
Consumer watchdog finds 70% of button battery toys from major online retailers fail safety standards, posing fatal risks to children. Parents urged to check products carefully.
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.
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.
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.
Australia bans Reddit and Kick in social media crackdown
Australia implements unprecedented social media ban targeting Reddit and Kick, sparking global debate about online regulation and digital freedoms.
Elon Musk criticised for Tommy Robinson meeting in UK
Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk sparks controversy with UK officials after meeting far-right activist Tommy Robinson during London visit, prompting government concerns about platform accountability.
Vinted sellers face HMRC tax crackdown under new rules
HMRC launches new digital reporting requirements for online sellers using platforms like Vinted and Depop. Find out if you need to complete a tax return and avoid potential penalties.
Sacked Hollyoaks star makes £1.5m on OnlyFans
Former Hollyoaks actress Sarah Jayne Dunn reveals how being fired from the Channel 4 soap led to a lucrative £1.5 million career on adult subscription platform OnlyFans, transforming her professional life entirely.
Railway hero saves life with CPR at London station
Quick-thinking railway staff member performs emergency CPR on passenger who collapsed at busy London station, with dramatic footage showing the life-saving moment.
6ft 9in woman stuns with incredible platform shoe collection
Social media sensation Eliana Rodriguez embraces her extraordinary height with stunning platform heels, challenging fashion norms and inspiring thousands with her confidence and unique style.
Elon Musk launches Grokipedia to rival Wikipedia
Billionaire Elon Musk takes on Wikipedia with his new platform Grokipedia, claiming to combat 'woke bias' and 'left-wing censorship' in online knowledge sharing.
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