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Australia just proposed groundbreaking laws that would let people choose what they see on social media—no more algorithm control. Users over 16 could switch to feeds showing only friends and creators they actually follow.
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."
Britain just became the first major European nation to ban social media for children under 16, with huge fines for companies that don't comply. Over 90% of parents supported the move after seeing social media's impact on their kids' happiness.
Newcastle City Council has issued the UK's first civil warnings against content creators secretly filming vulnerable people for social media views. The groundbreaking move could pave the way for new laws protecting people from covert filming in public spaces.
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.
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.
A new social media app promising transparency and no hidden algorithms has seen downloads surge 2,850% after users sought alternatives to major platforms. UpScrolled now ranks second in Apple's social networking category with 140,000 total downloads.
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.
LekeeLekee, Africa's first globally ambitious social media platform, just went live across app stores and web. Built by Nigerian media leaders, it's designed specifically for African connectivity challenges while celebrating the continent's culture.
The open-source platform Mastodon just launched a feature that lets creators send posts directly to email inboxes, no account required. It's a creative solution to help independent voices reach audiences without relying on Big Tech.
Spain just became the second country in the world to protect children from social media, following Australia's groundbreaking move. The new law aims to shield young people from online harms while holding tech companies accountable.
Social media platforms are handing control back to users by letting them personalize their own algorithms. Threads, Instagram, and TikTok now offer tools that let you train your feed to show exactly what you want to see.
Manitoba's premier announced plans to ban social media and AI chatbots for young people, prioritizing childhood wellbeing over tech profits. The Canadian province could become the first in the country to establish such protections.
Ethiopia is building a continental digital gateway to empower the next generation of African content creators and influencers. At the first African Social Media Influencers Summit, leaders called for turning policies into action to unlock Africa's digital future.
Researchers created a browser extension that reduces political polarization by reordering social media feeds, proving algorithms fuel division and offering a solution anyone can use. The tool worked across all political viewpoints during the 2024 election.
A Berlin startup is making it simple for anyone to own their social media presence, no tech skills required. Periwinkle lets you control your data on your own domain while staying connected to networks like Bluesky.
France is joining a global movement to protect young minds from social media's impact. President Macron announced fast-tracked legislation to ban platforms like Instagram and TikTok for children under 15, with schools getting phone-free zones too.
Two more countries are joining Australia's movement to protect childhood from social media algorithms. Norway and Turkey just passed laws keeping kids offline until their teen years, hoping to bring back real play and friendships.
Ethiopia is investing in digital infrastructure to become Africa's content creation gateway, hosting its first African Social Media Influencers Summit. The initiative aims to connect creators across the continent and harness their power to shape policy and drive development.
Britain's new program lets 16 and 17-year-olds choose overnight social media breaks, with early tests showing teens actually keep the settings on. A pilot with 300 families saw better sleep and focus when teens had the option to pause their feeds.
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