The Australian federal government has enacted legislation prohibiting social media access for children under 16 while currently working on “online safety rules” to define specifics and exclusions surrounding this ban. …
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Apple is revamping its parental control frameworks, enabling apps to better ascertain the age of users without exposing personal information like birthdates. This initiative arises from Apple’s white paper titled …
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A recent study conducted by three Australian universities has revealed that influencers on TikTok and Instagram are disseminating misleading information regarding several medical tests. The research indicated that among the …
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South Australia’s implementation of a statewide ban on mobile phones in public schools has yielded impressive outcomes since its introduction at the start of 2023. The initiative has resulted in …
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Australia’s Regulator Slaps Almost $1 Million Fine on Telegram for Delayed Transparency Regarding Terrorism and Child Exploitation Material
by adminAustralia’s eSafety watchdog has acted against Telegram, a popular messaging platform, for its significant delay in responding to inquiries about its strategies for tackling extremist, terrorist, and child abuse content …
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Majority of Children Under 16 Continue Using Social Media Despite Groundbreaking Ban, Reports eSafety Commissioner
by adminA recent report from the eSafety Commission highlights significant social media usage among young Australians, with 80% of children aged 8 to 12 and 95% of those aged 13 to …
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Google Play has reinstated TikTok in the US app store after President Donald Trump assured the app’s safety and issued an executive action that postponed a potential ban. Reports from …
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In the lead-up to Donald Trump’s inauguration, significant changes are also unfolding in the social media landscape of the United States, particularly concerning TikTok. A move by Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg …
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Facebook Now Allows Referring to Women as ‘Household Objects’ Following Meta’s Policy Update
by adminMeta has made significant changes to its hateful conduct policy, allowing users to post content that was previously banned. The updated guidelines now permit references to women as “household objects” …
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Meta is Phasing Out Fact Checkers as Mark Zuckerberg Admits More Harmful Content Will Surface
by adminMeta is set to overhaul its content moderation policies shortly before President-elect Donald Trump assumes office, amid accusations of bias from Trump and other Republicans. CEO Mark Zuckerberg has openly …