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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Digital ECA: what changes in the online protection of children and adolescents

The Digital ECA introduces new regulations in Brazil aimed at protecting minors online by controlling their access to age-inappropriate content.

Mar 23 • 03:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

El Roto: Contemporary in the Cloud

This article discusses a cartoon by El Roto published on March 22, 2026.

Mar 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The good warning of transparency

The article reflects on the decline of Jürgen Habermas's ideals of deliberative democracy and transparency in the age of digital communication and neoliberal markets.

Mar 21 • 18:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

People turning to slow crafts to combat fast-paced world

Young people are increasingly embracing traditional crafts, such as making wooden spoons, as a way to slow down in an ever-accelerating digital age.

Mar 21 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Brazil also sets limits on the presence of adolescents on social networks

Brazil has implemented a new law that limits the online presence of adolescents under 16 years of age, requiring parental supervision of their online activities.

Mar 20 • 17:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

ECA Digital: 'If you know someone against it, be suspicious,' says Felca about the law that now requires digital platforms to check ages

Influencer Felca discusses Brazil's new ECA Digital law mandating age verification on digital platforms, urging people to question the opposition to the legislation.

Mar 20 • 16:37 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'Rejection' Captures Life in the Digital Age with Chronic Loneliness and Insane Sexual Desires

The article discusses Tony Tulathimutte's collection of stories 'Rejection,' which explores themes of loneliness and contemporary relationships in the digital age.

Mar 20 • 13:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Digital ECA: Agency discourages facial recognition and limits data use in age verification

The Brazilian Agency for Data Protection is proposing strict guidelines for online age verification, advocating caution with biometric methods and preferences for systems that confirm users are over 18 without revealing their identity.

Mar 20 • 13:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

ECA Digital: effective age verification begins in 2027

Effective supervision of age verification on social networks is set to start in 2027 as announced by Brazil's National Data Protection Authority (ANPD).

Mar 20 • 12:04 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Establishment of a New Organization Aiming for a Healthy Information Space in the Age of AI: Symposium at Keio University

A symposium at Keio University highlighted the establishment of a new organization focused on creating a healthy information environment amidst the challenges posed by generative AI and misinformation.

Mar 20 • 10:45 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

EU leaders aim to establish a minimum age for social media platforms

EU leaders are looking to set a minimum age for the use of social media platforms to enhance the protection of minors.

Mar 20 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Expansion of the ECA to the Virtual World

The article discusses the need to update Brazil's Statute of the Child and Adolescent (ECA) to address contemporary challenges in protecting children in the digital age.

Mar 19 • 23:19 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Kristel Kulli: theater - the world through others' eyes

Kristel Kulli reflects on the transformative power of theater in her essay, highlighting its unique ability to immerse audiences in different perspectives amidst the distractions of the digital age.

Mar 19 • 15:27 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

The trend has turned: Fewer mobile phones among children

A recent study reveals a decline in smartphone ownership among 9- and 10-year-olds in Norway, alongside recommendations for reduced screen use and a minimum age for social media.

Mar 19 • 13:21 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Daniel López Rosetti, clinical doctor and cardiologist: 'We work much more and worse'

Dr. Daniel López Rosetti discusses the pervasive fatigue experienced by Argentinians, attributing it to the demands of modern work environments and digital speed.

Mar 18 • 21:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

What to do with them? A document maps the life of antiquarian bookstores in the era of e-shops

The article discusses the challenges faced by antiquarian bookstores in the digital age dominated by e-commerce.

Mar 18 • 16:26 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Islamic Education Between Home and School and the Challenges of the Digital Age

The episode discussed the realities of education in Islamic societies amid digital transformations and various sources of knowledge, emphasizing the roles of home, school, and community in shaping future generations.

Mar 18 • 14:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Digital ECA: porn sites still do not verify age, and networks try to guess age range

On the first day of the Digital Statute of Children and Adolescents (ECA Digital) implementation in Brazil, several pornographic websites continued to allow users to self-declare their age without proper verification.

Mar 18 • 03:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Digital Child Statute: Google and Meta explain how they verify users' age

Google and Meta outlined their age verification mechanisms in Brazil coinciding with the enforcement of the Digital Child Statute.

Mar 17 • 20:27 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Google starts using AI to predict user age

Google is implementing artificial intelligence to estimate users' ages based on their online behavior, adhering to new regulations aimed at protecting minors.

Mar 17 • 14:29 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Rimi introduces new digital solution for age verification in stores

Rimi Latvia has implemented a digital age verification solution using Smart-ID at its self-service checkouts.

Mar 17 • 11:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Platforms must verify users' age starting this Tuesday; see how it will work

Starting Tuesday, social media and online services must implement age verification for users to better protect children and adolescents.

Mar 17 • 03:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Age verification can combat pornography addiction

Brazil's new Digital Child and Adolescent Statute requires age verification for accessing pornographic websites, aiming to protect minors.

Mar 17 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Digital ECA comes into effect this Tuesday (17); see what changes for platforms and users

Brazil's Digital ECA establishes new regulations for protecting minors online, requiring technology companies to implement age verification and content protection measures.

Mar 16 • 20:31 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Remote surgery for cancer, identity verification at parcel terminals, and 'WhatsApp' for children. Technology news

Meta introduces a new feature for WhatsApp that allows children under the age of 13 to use the platform with parent-controlled accounts.

Mar 15 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The future of radio: Spotify bites, but it won't kill radio anytime soon

The article discusses the ongoing relevance of radio in the age of digital streaming platforms like Spotify, exploring concerns over piracy and music playtime.

Mar 14 • 08:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why is Gen-Z on everyone's radar?

Gen-Z has become the most discussed generation globally, with its unique perspective on work, spending, and life values.

Mar 14 • 01:32 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Fanzines in the Digital Age: A Collection of Short Essays by Argentine Authors

This article discusses the growing presence of fanzines in Argentina amidst the digital era, highlighting their craftsmanship and integration into publishing catalogs.

Mar 13 • 15:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Age verification of ECA Digital may take months; porn sector awaits guidance

The implementation of age verification under Brazil's ECA Digital law will not be immediate and may take months, with the government currently drafting a regulatory decree.

Mar 13 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇳 ABP Ananda
National & Local

New WhatsApp Features: Parents Can Control Teen Chats! How?

WhatsApp has introduced a new parental control feature allowing parents to manage chat settings for accounts of users under the age of 13.

Mar 12 • 16:13 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Going to the Center or Divine Direction: A Conversation with Illustrator Roberts Rūrāns

Artist Roberts Rūrāns discusses the importance of images in today's digital age and the implications of artificial intelligence in artwork creation.

Mar 12 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Socrates: “True wisdom is recognizing one's own ignorance”

Socrates' philosophy remains relevant today, emphasizing intellectual humility and questioning certainties in the digital age.

Mar 11 • 20:39 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Mikis Theodorakis, memory in the digital age

An exhibition honoring the legacy of Mikis Theodorakis will open in Sparta, Greece, showcasing his impact on contemporary Greek culture.

Mar 11 • 07:31 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

Returning to Childhood at the World Cup

The article discusses the nostalgic element of the World Cup represented by the 'Quaderno Mondiale,' a throwback object in the digital age.

Mar 11 • 05:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

"I am 15 years old and I don’t use social networks": the teenagers who already meet the government’s new limit

Three teenagers discuss the benefits and drawbacks of staying off social media platforms that Spain and other countries aim to restrict for their age group.

Mar 11 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Oliver Laas: Age Verification in Operating Systems

The article discusses the implications of age verification laws in digital platforms as they expand globally, particularly looking at examples from Australia, the UK, and the US.

Mar 9 • 10:46 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The success of the traditional method in the digital age

The Guzmán el Bueno school in Madrid emphasizes traditional educational methods without screens, focusing on human interaction and personal development rather than competition and metrics.

Mar 9 • 09:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Australia launches age verification for accessing pornography

Australia has implemented new digital safety regulations requiring users to prove they are over 18 years old to access pornography and restricted online content.

Mar 9 • 08:33 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Indonesia to Restrict Children's SNS Accounts as "Addiction Becomes Severe"

Indonesia plans to gradually suspend social media accounts for children under the age of 16, citing worsening addiction and other threats in the digital space.

Mar 9 • 02:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Arrest of 82-Year-Old for Child Pornography

An 82-year-old man was arrested in Greece for child pornography involving minors under the age of 12, with numerous digital images and videos of abuse seized by authorities.

Mar 7 • 12:51 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Digital Identity in the Arab World: Security Between Facilitation and Monitoring

The article discusses the evolution and significance of digital identity in the Arab world, emphasizing its role as a sovereign tool for entering the digital age.

Mar 7 • 07:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Asian country prohibits access to Roblox and social media for those under 16 years old

Indonesia will ban access to social media platforms including YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, and Roblox for minors under the age of 16 starting March 28, in an effort to protect children and teenagers.

Mar 6 • 12:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Porn websites begin blocking Australian users as deadline for age verification compliance looms

Several adult websites have started blocking Australian users ahead of a new law requiring age verification, with significant fines for non-compliance.

Mar 6 • 03:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Debate on digital democracy marks the launch of 'Amazon I Want' in Congress

The 'Amazon I Want' project launched a new season of debates in Brazil's National Congress, focusing on 'Democracy in the Digital Age.'

Mar 5 • 19:23 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

PODCAST "GAMMA ACADEMY" ⟩ #11: Musician and Media: Interaction and Survival in the Digital Environment

The latest episode of the podcast "Gamma Academy" discusses the relationship between musicians and media in the digital age and how they manage to survive and thrive amidst challenges.

Mar 4 • 22:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Watch the launch of the Amazon I Want 2026 project live

The launch event of the project 'Amazon I Want 2026' will discuss the theme 'Democracy in the digital age' and the role of new technologies in the electoral process.

Mar 3 • 20:25 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Sara Sarmiento, psychologist: "Real well-being cannot be bought or shown on social media: it is built day by day"

Psychologist Sara Sarmiento discusses the misconception of well-being in the digital age, emphasizing its construction through daily effort rather than social media portrayal.

Mar 2 • 18:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The fear of being observed: why George Orwell's 1984 continues to disturb readers

George Orwell's novel 1984 remains a significant literary reference due to its foresight of state control mechanisms and the erosion of privacy in the digital age.

Mar 1 • 20:01 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Awakening Longing: How to Write a Good Love Letter?

The article discusses the art of writing a heartfelt love letter in an age dominated by quick digital communications.

Feb 28 • 12:06 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Digital Age Threatens Indigenous Languages - Experts

Experts are calling for immediate action to preserve Ghana's indigenous languages amidst the threats posed by technological advancements and insufficient mother-tongue education.

Feb 27 • 14:28 UTC

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