TikTok Bans ‘SkinnyTok’ Hashtag Worldwide In a recent move to address concerns about online safety and youth health, TikTok has taken a bold step by banning the controversial ‘SkinnyTok’ hashtag worldwide. This decision comes amidst growing scrutiny over the impact of social media platforms on body image, mental health, and overall well-being, particularly among young […]
Mexican Authorities Investigating Murder of Beauty Influencer
Mexican Authorities to Investigate Murder of Beauty Influencer Valeria MÃ rquez The recent tragic murder of beauty influencer Valeria MÃ rquez has sent shockwaves through the social media and beauty community. The young influencer was brutally killed during a TikTok livestream, prompting outrage and calls for justice. In response to this heinous crime, President Claudia Sheinbaum has […]
UK government urged to outlaw apps creating deepfake abuse images
UK Government Urged to Outlaw Apps Creating Deepfake Abuse Images In a world where technology advances at an unprecedented pace, the rise of artificial intelligence has brought both groundbreaking innovations and concerning ethical dilemmas. One such issue that has recently come to the forefront is the proliferation of AI nudification apps, which are being used […]
Meta uses AI to spot teens lying about age
Meta Uses AI to Spot Teens Lying About Age In a bid to enhance safety measures and protect teenagers on its platform, Instagram, owned by Meta, has implemented a groundbreaking feature. The social media giant has introduced AI technology to identify underage users who may be dishonest about their age. This initiative aims to limit […]
Instagram expands teen protection, uses AI to catch users lying about their age
Instagram Expands Teen Protection: Utilizing AI to Catch Users Lying About Their Age In a bid to keep kids safer online, Instagram is stepping up its efforts to protect teenagers on the platform. With the rise of social media influencing young minds and behaviors, the popular photo-sharing app is implementing new measures to ensure the […]
Meta rolls out restricted teen accounts across platforms
Meta Expands ‘Teen Accounts’ Feature to Facebook and Messenger Meta is making significant strides in enhancing online safety for younger users by introducing its ‘Teen Accounts’ feature on Facebook and Messenger, following its successful debut on Instagram last September. This expansion marks a proactive step towards providing a more secure digital environment for teenagers within […]
Google acknowledges AI being used for harmful content
Google’s Efforts to Combat Harmful Content: Automated Detection Systems in Action In the digital age, the prevalence of harmful content online has become a major concern for tech giants and internet users alike. Recently, Google made headlines by acknowledging the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) for disseminating harmful content, particularly child exploitation material. However, instead […]
UK regulator sets deadline for assessing online content risks
UK Regulator Sets Deadline for Assessing Online Content Risks In a digital age where the internet plays a pivotal role in our daily lives, ensuring online safety has become a pressing concern. The United Kingdom has taken a crucial step towards this goal by setting a deadline for assessing the risks associated with online content. […]
Australian kids overlook social media age checks
Australian Kids Overlook Social Media Age Checks A recent report has shed light on a concerning trend in Australia – children are overlooking social media age checks, creating challenges in enforcing age restrictions on these platforms. This issue has come to the forefront at a time when the country is gearing up for upcoming bans […]