In a landmark decision, Australia has approved a social media ban for children under the age of 16, following an emotive debate that has captivated the nation. The new law passed on Thursday, sets a global benchmark with one of the toughest regulations targeting Big Tech companies. The Social Media Minimum Age bill mandates that Read More…
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EU launches investigation into TikTok over alleged breach of online content rules
The European Union has initiated an investigation into ByteDance’s TikTok to determine whether the social media platform violated online content regulations aimed at safeguarding children and ensuring transparent advertising, announced EU industry chief Thierry Breton on Monday. Breton stated, “Today we open an investigation into TikTok over a suspected breach of transparency & obligations to Read More…
Ikorodu woman charged for alleged cyberbullying and revenge porn
Gift Okpomini, 34, was charged on Thursday in an Ikorodu Magistrate’s Court in Lagos State with posting vengeful pornographic content about a couple there. The police filed three counts of conduct likely to cause a breach of trust, sending offensive or dangerous items through the mail, and theft against Okpomini, whose address was withheld. But Read More…