Tag: Social Media Policy
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TikTok’s US Venture Expands Location Data Collection in Privacy Policy Update
Overview: A Policy Update with Major Privacy Implications TikTok’s new joint venture in the United States has prompted a notable shift in how the platform handles user location data. Following the closure of a fresh investment deal, TikTok published an updated privacy policy that broadens the scope of location information it can collect from its…
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Hugh Grant and Esther Ghey Back Plan for a UK Under-16s Social Media Ban
Prominent actors join calls for a youth social media ban British actor Hugh Grant has added his voice to a growing campaign urging UK political leaders to back a ban on social media access for anyone under the age of 16. The public appeal, which also features signatories including Esther Ghey, argues that restricting platform…
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Tories pledge to ban under-16s from social media: what it means for UK policy
Overview: A bold social media stance from the Conservatives In a move that has reignited debates over online safety and parental responsibility, the UK Conservative Party has proposed banning under-16s from accessing mainstream social media platforms if they form the next government. Drawing inspiration from Australia, which introduced age-related restrictions to curb youth exposure to…
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UK Eyes Ban on Elon Musk’s X Over Indecent AI Images, Sparks Online Safety Debate
UK demands tougher controls on X to curb indecent AI imagery The United Kingdom’s media regulator has signaled a sharp escalation in its crackdown on social platforms that host AI-generated indecent imagery. In a move that could force Elon Musk’s X to overhaul its content policies, Ofcom has pressed the company to move quickly to…
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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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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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What the Under-16s Social Media Ban Means for Young Men and Online Life
Australia’s Bold Move: A Ban Aimed at Protecting Adolescents Australia is rolling out a world-first policy that bars social media access for anyone under 16. The rule, designed after months of debate and mounting community concerns, signals a new era in how society protects younger users online. Meta has committed to winding down teen accounts…
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X’s Handle Marketplace Opens to Premium+ Subscribers with Curious, High-Value Names on Offer
Overview: A New Frontier for Handle Access on X In a move that mirrors older domain-name and social platform marketplaces, X has expanded its handle marketplace to all Premium+ subscribers. The feature, once preview-only, enables users to request new handles that were previously dormant or unavailable, effectively opening a channel where desirable usernames can be…
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School Phone Ban Could Extend to Smartwatches in Schools
New push to curb digital distractions in schools The Education Review Office (ERO) has urged the government to take the current school phone ban a step further, proposing that schools also block children’s access to social media during school hours. The recommendation forms part of a broader review titled “Do not disturb: A review of…
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TikTok Allows Users to Cut AI Content in Feeds as Platform Surpasses 1 Billion AI Videos
TikTok Lets Users Reduce AI Content in Feeds TikTok is piloting a new feature that gives users more control over the amount of artificial intelligence–generated content appearing in their feeds. The move comes as the platform acknowledges that it hosts more than 1 billion AI videos, a milestone that has prompted questions about the balance…