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Canada just introduced groundbreaking legislation to protect young people from social media's mental health risks, banning platforms for kids under 16 while creating new AI safety standards. The move follows Australia's lead and could redesign how tech companies protect children worldwide.
A groundbreaking lawsuit against Meta and YouTube could transform how social media protects young users, echoing the tobacco trials that changed an entire industry. The trial's outcome may reshape safety standards across all platforms.
Britain's government is asking young people to help design new online safety rules before a major summit next week. Nearly 50,000 people have responded so far, but officials want more kids to share what digital life really feels like.
Canada just introduced legislation that would restrict social media access for children under 16, following Australia's groundbreaking move last year. The bill also creates new safety standards for AI chatbots to better protect young users online.
Canada just introduced groundbreaking legislation to protect children from social media harm, joining a growing global movement. The Safe Social Media Act requires platforms to redesign for safety and introduces powerful new tools for parents and young people.
A leading elevator company chairman is teaching parents simple safety habits that could prevent elevator accidents involving children. These easy-to-learn tips turn everyday elevator rides into teachable moments about safety.
A jury found Meta liable for failing to protect children from predators and exploitation on Facebook and Instagram, awarding New Mexico $375 million. This landmark verdict marks one of the first major jury rulings holding social media companies accountable for child safety.
Malaysia just became the latest country to put children's safety first online, requiring age verification and barring anyone under 16 from creating new social media accounts. The new rules also force platforms to redesign their algorithms to reduce harmful content exposure.
Nigeria is inviting citizens to help shape the country's first child online safety policy, including possible age restrictions for social media. The move puts Africa's largest economy alongside global efforts to protect children from cyberbullying, exploitation, and addictive app features.
Indonesia just became Southeast Asia's first country to require kids under 16 to step away from major social media platforms, giving families a chance to reclaim childhood. The bold move affects 70 million children and follows Australia's groundbreaking path toward digital safety.
Two groundbreaking jury verdicts found Meta and YouTube liable for harming young people's mental health, validating years of parent advocacy. Safety advocates hope the rulings will finally force social media platforms to redesign features that keep kids hooked. ##
A nonprofit is launching an independent testing lab to rate AI tools for child safety, similar to how crash tests revolutionized car safety. Major AI companies are backing the effort to create safety benchmarks and protect young users.
Countries around the world are taking bold steps to shield children from the risks of social media. From Australia's groundbreaking ban to similar proposals across Europe and Asia, governments are prioritizing young people's mental health and safety online.
The UK government has made a legally binding commitment to restrict social media access for children under 16, ending months of parliamentary deadlock. Parents who lost children to social media-related harms called it "a massive step forward."
British regulators are asking major social media platforms to strengthen age checks after research showed 86% of children aged 10-12 have social media profiles despite minimum age limits. Seven companies including TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram must now prove they're keeping young children safer online.
Three major social media platforms have settled with a Kentucky school district that sued over addiction-related costs, marking a potential turning point in over 1,200 similar cases nationwide. The settlement could reshape how social media companies design their platforms for young users.
Media leaders from across Africa gathered in Accra to reclaim control over how the continent is portrayed to the world. A new pan-African fund will help media organizations build sustainable models and master emerging technologies.
Major tech companies are joining forces to support stronger protections for children online, with OpenAI becoming the latest to endorse legislation that would give kids more control over their digital experiences. The move signals growing industry support for updating online safety standards before AI becomes as embedded in young lives as social media.
Female journalists in northern Ghana are breaking through gender discrimination with new safety training that helps them tackle dangerous assignments and workplace bias. A workshop backed by DW Akademie is giving 12 women reporters the tools to pursue hard-hitting stories while protecting themselves in the field.
A jury found Meta liable for putting children at risk and awarded the maximum penalty of $375 million. The verdict marks a historic victory for child safety advocates and could pave the way for similar cases nationwide.
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