Snapchat to Lock 440,000 Australian Accounts Under 16 from 10 December
Snapchat will lock accounts of under-16s in Australia from 10 December under new social media ban, affecting 440,000 users.
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CMA Proposes Changes to Apple and Google App Store Payments
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is consulting on forcing Apple and Google to allow app developers to steer customers away from their payment systems, aiming to reduce fees and lower consumer prices.
Kendall Warns Ofcom Must Use Online Safety Powers or Lose Public Trust
Liz Kendall warns Ofcom must enforce Online Safety Act or lose public trust, amid concerns over AI chatbots and delayed regulations.
Australia Doubles Social Media Ban Penalty to $99m as Tech Giants Accused of ‘Not Doing Enough’
Australia doubles penalty for under-16 social media ban breaches to $99m, citing tech giants' non-compliance and ongoing underage access.
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Labour failed on tech policy, giving up democratic control
Keir Starmer's government has been swaddled by tech lobbying, signing MOUs, discounting energy for datacentres, and giving sensitive data to US firms like Palantir. The new Labour leader must reclaim sovereignty.
European Parliament Votes to Ban Under-16s from Social Media Without Parental Consent
European Parliament passes non-binding resolution to ban under-16s from social media without parental consent, citing mental health risks.
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Faces Implementation Challenges
Australia enforces world-first under-16 social media ban; platforms remove accounts amid early age verification issues and mixed parental reactions.
Newcastle's Midfield Target Profile Revealed as Tonali Exit Looms
Newcastle United's stance on Sandro Tonali is clear: pay his £100m asking price. If he leaves, the club targets midfielders like Felix Nmecha, with a specific profile based on progressive carries, passing, and duels.
PlayStation to Remove 551 Films from User Libraries in 66 Days
PlayStation has announced it will remove access to 551 previously purchased films from user accounts on September 1, 2026, due to licensing restrictions. Affected titles include Terminator 2, Paddington, and Shaun the Sheep Movie.
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Labour to Replace Veteran Cards with Digital Version
UK launches digital veteran card as test for government's digital ID scheme, sparking privacy concerns and opposition.
Herridge petitions Supreme Court to avoid revealing sources
Veteran journalist Catherine Herridge has filed a last-ditch petition with the US Supreme Court to halt a contempt order requiring her to reveal confidential sources or pay $800 per day. The case stems from 2017 Fox News stories about a Chinese American s
Bond Film Tomorrow Never Dies Costs £2,000 on Amazon
Tomorrow Never Dies, a James Bond film starring Pierce Brosnan, is listed at £2,000 on Amazon Prime, likely a pricing error. Reddit users suggest a typo, while fans call it criminally underrated.
FIFA Leaks Referee VAR Conversation Live on TV
Anthony Taylor's VAR discussion with the video assistant referees was accidentally broadcast live on television during the World Cup Group D match between Senegal and Iraq, revealing unprecedented audio.
Meta Criticises Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban as 'Rushed'
Meta criticises Australia's rushed under-16 social media ban, citing lack of evidence and young voices. Supporters argue it protects teens from harmful content.
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Radioactive Wasp Nest Found at South Carolina Nuclear Site
A radioactive wasp nest was discovered at a nuclear waste storage site in South Carolina, with radiation levels ten times the federal limit.
Meta Faces £3bn UK Lawsuit Over WhatsApp Data
Meta faces £3bn UK lawsuit over WhatsApp data protection failures, alleging privacy law violations and seeking compensation for millions of users.
Australian social media ban fails to keep under-16s offline, study finds
Study finds 85% of Australian under-16s still use social media despite ban, casting doubt on UK's planned restrictions.
DWP Expands Support Conversations to 33 Jobcentres
DWP expands Support Conversations to 33 Jobcentres, offering tailored support to up to 40,000 disability benefit claimants, part of a £3.5 billion employment package.
DVLA Bans 210 Offensive Number Plates in Major Crackdown
DVLA bans 210 offensive number plates including explicit words, threats, and conflict references. Non-compliance risks fines up to £1,000.
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Israel Expands Facial Recognition in Gaza Conflict
Amnesty International details Israel's use of facial recognition in Gaza, raising human rights concerns over mass surveillance and false identifications.
Disney Faces FCC Investigation Over Brendan Carr Remarks
Disney is under FCC investigation after FCC Chairman Brendan Carr accused the company of violating federal regulations by allegedly promoting a partisan political agenda in its programming.
Molly Russell's Father Warns 'Rushed' Social Media Ban Would Be 'Deplorable'
Ian Russell criticises government's 'rushed' social media ban for under-16s, calling it 'deplorable' and warning it gambles with young lives.
Russian Forces Fear Ukrainian 'Martian' Drones with NASA AI Tech
Russian forces fear new Ukrainian 'Martian' drones using NASA AI tech, invulnerable to electronic warfare and capable of autonomous attacks.
UK Emergency Alert Test Date and Time Confirmed
UK government confirms Emergency Alert test on 7 September at 3pm, sending siren to all phones to assess system readiness.
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DVLA Bans 'Indica' Number Plate Over Cannabis Link
DVLA bans over 300 number plates, including 'Indica' for cannabis link, ahead of 67 registrations release.
Minister Slams Ofcom Over Online Safety Act Delays
Online Safety Bill delayed until new PM in place; minister slams Ofcom delays amid political blame game.
Police Face Court Action Over Facial Recognition Tech
Watchdog warns police forces in England and Wales could face legal action over live facial recognition technology, citing risks of misidentification and rights breaches.
US Senate Passes Sweeping Bill to Counter China Tech Influence
US Senate passes $250bn tech bill to counter China, banning TikTok on government devices and boosting semiconductor production.
Indian Government Mandates Preloaded State App on All Smartphones, Sparking Privacy Concerns
India mandates preloaded state app on all smartphones, sparking privacy outcry; Apple reportedly refuses to comply.
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US Justice Department Plans to Force Google to Sell Chrome Browser
US DoJ plans to force Google to sell Chrome browser to break search monopoly, also seeks AI and Android measures.
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