Tag #Social Media Regulation

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EU Responds to Israel-Iran War, Seeks Better China Trade, and Debates Social Media Ban

An emergency debate in the European Parliament addresses the Israel-Iran war, prompting calls to review the EU-Israel Association Agreement while 17 of 27 member states support a review. The EU also seeks better access to Chinese rare earths, and MEPs discuss potential social media bans for children...

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X Sues New York Over Hate Speech Disclosure Law

X, Elon Musk's social media platform, is suing New York State over a new law requiring disclosure of hate speech moderation policies, arguing it violates the First Amendment; the law's sponsors counter that social media platforms are "cesspools of hate speech".

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France Considers Social Media Restrictions to Protect Minors

France is considering restricting access to social media platforms like Bluesky, Mastodon, and Reddit for minors to prevent exposure to pornography and radicalization, potentially fining, delisted from search engines, or blocking non-compliant platforms. This follows a teacher's murder and comes as ...

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UK Government Considers Stricter Online Safety Measures for Children

The UK government is considering stricter online safety measures for children, including a potential two-hour daily limit per social media app and a 10 PM curfew, to address concerns about harmful content and addiction, although critics argue that stronger and more effective legislation is needed to...

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French Minister's Public Rebuke of Big Tech Strains Relations

French Equality Minister Aurore Bergé publicly scolded Big Tech companies for insufficient action against sexist and violent content, straining relations with the tech industry and highlighting a potential power struggle within the French government.

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German Greens Propose EU-Wide Social Media Shutdowns

The Lower Saxony Greens advocate for strict EU sanctions, including potential shutdowns, against social media platforms violating European law, promoting transparency and combating disinformation, while suggesting a minimum age of 14 for social media use.

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X Corp Sues New York Over Social Media Transparency Law

X Corp is suing New York State over the Stop Hiding Hate Act, a new law mandating transparency in social media content moderation, arguing it violates free speech rights and requires disclosure of sensitive information; the law carries a daily penalty of $15,000 per violation.

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French Teacher Fatally Stabbed by Student; Macron Calls for EU Social Media Restrictions

A 31-year-old teaching assistant, Mélanie G., was stabbed to death by a 14-year-old student during a bag search at a secondary school in Nogent, France, on Tuesday, prompting calls for stricter social media regulations for children.

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Dutch Foundation Demands Snapchat Action Against Illegal Vape Sales

The Dutch Foundation for Youth Smoke Prevention, along with several health organizations, is demanding that Snapchat take stronger action against the illegal sale of vapes on its platform, threatening legal action if changes aren't implemented within 14 days. They cite the platform's ease of access ...

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UK Considers Strict Limits on Children's Social Media Use

The UK government is exploring measures to limit children's screen time, potentially capping app usage at two hours and imposing curfews on social media access after 10 PM, driven by concerns about 'doomscrolling' and its impact on mental health, following research indicating high rates of social me...

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Florida Judge Blocks Restrictive Social Media Law for Minors

A federal judge in Florida temporarily blocked a law restricting children's social media use, citing concerns about free speech; similar legal challenges are underway in Georgia.

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US Imposes Visa Restrictions on Foreign Officials Involved in Censorship

The US announced new visa restrictions for foreign citizens and their families who censor free speech, citing concerns about arrests and content moderation demands targeting Americans, following a similar measure for foreign students.

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