Tag: digital policy
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Could smartwatches be next after school phone bans? ERO weighs in
New scrutiny on school device policies Education officials are examining whether the success of current mobile phone bans in schools should lead to broader restrictions on students’ digital access. The Education Review Office (ERO) recently released findings from a review focused on whether removing cell phones during school hours improves learning environments. While the ban…
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Meta to Kick Teens Off Instagram and Facebook Early as Australia Prepares a Social Media Ban
Overview: A Pioneering Move Facing a Landmark Ban Meta has begun notifying hundreds of thousands of Australian teenagers about a forthcoming transition: they must download or delete data from their Instagram, Facebook, and Threads accounts as a potential global privacy measure looms. The move comes as lawmakers consider a world-first ban on social media access…
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An Uncertain Future for the Global Internet: Key Findings from Freedom on the Net 2025
Overview: A Persistent Slide in Online Freedoms The latest edition of Freedom on the Net, released for 2025, paints a sobering picture of the global internet landscape. For the 15th consecutive year, overall internet freedom has weakened, with 28 out of 72 studied countries showing deteriorated conditions. In contrast, 17 countries recorded gains, underscoring a…
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New Law Could Help Tackle AI-Generated Child Abuse at Source, Says Watchdog
Overview A watchdog organization has highlighted a proposed new law that could empower groups dedicated to protecting children online to intervene at the root of AI-generated child sexual abuse material. The Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) and other safety bodies say the measure would enable targeted testing and enforcement to prevent the creation and spread of…
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New Law Could Tackle AI-Generated Child Abuse at Source, Warns Watchdog
Overview: A shift in strategy to fight AI-generated abuse A proposed law could change the way authorities and technology companies handle AI-generated child sexual abuse material (CSAM) by targeting the problem at its source. The initiative comes after growing concerns that synthetic content created by artificial intelligence can be easier to produce and disseminate, potentially…
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GTA 6 Delay Sparks Debate in Polish Parliament: What It Means for Gaming Policy
Introduction: When a Game Delay Becomes a Policy Topic Last week’s six‑month postponement of Grand Theft Auto 6 dominated headlines far beyond the gaming community. In Poland, a country with a growing tech and entertainment sector, the news reached the floor of parliament. A Polish member of parliament (MP) publicly linked the GTA 6 delay…
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AI Could Fatally Wound the Web’s Ad Model, Warns Tim Berners-Lee
Berners-Lee Warns AI Could Undermine the Web’s Economic Foundation Tim Berners-Lee, the inventor of the World Wide Web, has warned that the rise of generative artificial intelligence could destabilize the ad-driven revenue model that supports most of the internet. Speaking at a recent FT Future of AI Summit in London, he argued that if AI…
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New Media Association Pushes for Content Creators in Ghana’s Misinformation Bill Draft
Overview: The bill and the call for inclusion The General Secretary of the New Media Association of Ghana has called for a stakeholder-inclusive approach to the government’s proposed Misinformation and Disinformation Bill. The association argues that content creators, bloggers, and online journalists must have a seat at the table as the framework is developed. Proponents…
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Understanding Captcha Pages: Why They Pop Up and How to Respond
What is a captcha page and why does it appear? A captcha page is a barrier designed to distinguish humans from automated software. When a website detects unusual traffic, rapid request patterns, or automated activity, it may show a captcha to protect its content and users. This mechanism helps prevent data scraping, fraud, and overload…