Tag: Facebook
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Facebook under fire for slow action on posts praising Bondi beach massacre, anti-hate group says
Overview of the allegations A leading anti-hate organization has accused Facebook of slow and insufficient action after posts that celebrated the Bondi beach massacre appeared on the platform. The Community Security Trust (CST), a UK-based charity focused on preventing antisemitic and extremist acts, says the social media giant did not act promptly to remove or…
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Facebook under fire for slow action on posts praising Bondi massacre, CST claims
Overview An established anti-hate group has accused Facebook of slow and insufficient action against posts that celebrated the Bondi Beach massacre and praised extremist groups. The Community Security Trust (CST), which monitors antisemitism and extremism in the UK, says the social media giant hosted propaganda that celebrated the murder of Jews and extolled Islamic State…
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Facebook Under Fire Over Posts Celebrating Bondi Beach Massacre, Anti-Hate Group Claims Inaction
Overview: Allegations Against Facebook An anti-hate nonprofit has accused Facebook of failing to act quickly enough on posts that celebrated a terrorist attack at Bondi Beach and praised ISIS. The Community Security Trust (CST), an organization focused on safeguarding Jewish communities in the UK, claims the platform allowed extremist content to remain visible, contributing to…
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Malaysia Enforces Auto-Registration for Global Social Media Platforms from Jan 1
Overview: A New Licensing Era for Global Social Platforms In a move set to reshape the digital landscape, Malaysia will auto-register major social media and messaging platforms under a national licensing framework starting January 1. The initiative covers widely used services such as WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, among others operating in the country. The…
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Malaysia to Auto-Register Major Social Platforms Under New Licensing From Jan 1
Overview: A new regulatory requirement for social platforms Starting January 1, WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and other major social media and messaging services will be automatically registered under Malaysia’s licensing framework. The move, announced by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), marks a significant shift in how digital platforms are governed in the country.…
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Malaysia Moves to Auto-Register WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube Under New Licensing Framework from Jan 1
Overview: A New Regulatory Path for Global Social Platforms In a landmark move, Malaysia’s communications regulator has announced that major social media and messaging platforms—namely WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube—will be automatically registered under a national licensing framework beginning January 1. The shift aims to enhance user protection, content governance, and overall digital security by…
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Facebook Groups Nicknames: Custom Usernames Bring Reddit-like Privacy to Facebook
Introduction: A Reddit-inspired twist to Facebook Groups Facebook is trialing a feature that tones down the emphasis on real identities in Groups by introducing nicknames. The new option lets users post under a custom username instead of their actual name, offering a middle ground between full anonymity and using one’s identity. For members who want…
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Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban: A Pioneering Experiment
Australia Takes a Bold Step: The Under-16 Social Media Ban Australia is turning an important page in how society approaches teen online life. In a world where social platforms often blur the lines between entertainment, education, and peer pressure, a federal ban on under-16s accessing certain social networks marks a rare, nationwide policy experiment. Meta—owner…
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Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban: What Comes Next for Young Men and Online Life
Australia’s Groundbreaking Move Australia is moving ahead with a world-first policy: a ban on social media usage for anyone under 16. The measure, designed to curb online risks and protect younger users, has sparked a range of responses from families, policymakers, and tech companies. Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, has agreed to…
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US Senators Urge FTC and SEC Probe Facebook and Instagram Scam Ads
Bid to curb scam ads targets Facebook and Instagram revenue Two prominent U.S. senators have urged federal regulators to scrutinize how revenue is generated from deceptive advertisements on Facebook and Instagram. Senator Josh Hawley and Senator Richard Blumenthal sent letters to the chairs of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Securities and Exchange Commission…