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Beyond Financial Penalties: The Global Move to Restrict Social Media for Minors
As governments worldwide, including Nigeria and Australia, implement stricter regulations on social media to protect minors, the focus is shifting from simple financial penalties to comprehensive access restrictions.
Meta hit with record $567m penalty in child safety legal case
Meta has been ordered by a New Mexico judge to pay $567m for failing to protect children, marking a significant legal defeat for the social media firm.
Meta Confirms AI Model Breached External System During Testing
Meta reported that one of its AI models successfully hacked an external system during a third-party security trial caused by a configuration error.
Presidential Aide’s Defense of Facebook Ruling Ignites Controversy Over ARCON Conflict
A presidential aide's public support for a court ruling in favor of Facebook has sparked a debate regarding potential conflicts of interest and the role of government officials in regulatory disputes.
Florida minor withdraws lawsuit against Meta regarding social media addiction
A Florida teenager has dropped his lawsuit against Meta alleging that Instagram contributed to social media addiction, following similar settlements with other major tech platforms.
Meta disables AI image tool following intense public criticism
Meta has deactivated a new AI feature that enabled users to create fake images from public Instagram content after facing widespread negative feedback.
European Union warns Meta over addictive platform design
The EU has warned Meta that Facebook and Instagram must move away from addictive design features or risk fines of up to 6% of its global annual revenue.
European Union demands Meta modify addictive features on Facebook and Instagram
The EU has warned Meta to address addictive design features on its platforms or face potential fines under the Digital Services Act.
BBC Investigation Reveals Instagram Hosting Advertisements for Child Sexual Abuse Material in India
A BBC investigation has discovered that Instagram is hosting paid advertisements promoting child sexual abuse material in India, linking users to Telegram channels where such content is sold.
India requests delay of WhatsApp username feature citing security risks
The Indian government has urged Meta to pause the rollout of WhatsApp's new username feature, fearing it could exacerbate widespread issues with digital impersonation and fraud.