National Assembly processes law that prohibits the use of social media before the age of 15
Ecuador's National Assembly is considering a law to prohibit children under 15 from using social media to protect their integrity and reduce risks associated with premature exposure to inappropriate content and cyberbullying.
KPop Demon Hunters tribute act reduces kids to tears with ‘sexualised dancing’ as parents slam 'cash grab'
Parents have expressed outrage over the KPop Demon Hunters tribute act that allegedly featured inappropriate content, leaving children distressed during the performance.
CIA pulls previously issued reports due to 'bias'
The CIA has withdrawn approximately 20 intelligence reports published in the past decade after an internal review found bias or inappropriate use of agency resources in their content.
Los Angeles sues the online gaming platform Roblox
Los Angeles County is suing Roblox for alleged failure to protect children from inappropriate content and abuse.
Social media outages are 'less brutal but more targeted', according to Internet Without Borders
Gabon's authorities have imposed a social media ban citing the need to combat inappropriate content, as discussed by the director of Internet Without Borders.
EU investigates AI bot Grok - could face fines
The EU is investigating the AI chatbot Grok, connected to Elon Musk's platform X, amid concerns over generated inappropriate content, while a significant trial against social media companies is underway in Los Angeles concerning their impact on youth well-being.
Gabon: authorities suspend social networks until further notice
Gabonese authorities have suspended social media nationwide to prevent the abuse of these platforms amid concerns over inappropriate and harmful content.
"Digital Barrier" for Children? The Head of the Ministry of Education Reveals the Scale of the Problem
Barbara Nowacka reported that approximately 1.5 million children aged 7-13 use applications that contain inappropriate content affecting their development, sparking a call for educational and legal reforms in Poland.
Inappropriate Content and Violations of Privacy: Warnings About Children's Dolls Promoting Dangerous Behaviors
Common Sense Media has warned about the potential dangers of AI-powered talking dolls for children, highlighting inappropriate content and privacy concerns.
AI evaluated a post with dogs as inappropriate, Instagram blocked the woman's accounts
A woman had her Instagram accounts blocked by the platform after AI flagged her posts featuring dogs as inappropriate.
Over half of teen Brits fear AI is 'weaponised' to make inappropriate images of them
A recent survey reveals that over 60% of teens in the UK are concerned about AI being misused to create inappropriate images.
Rääkkylä's municipal manager who sent inappropriate messages has resigned
Esko Rautiaisen, the municipal manager of Rääkkylä, Finland, has resigned following concerns over inappropriate sexual content in his social media messages.
‘Disturbing’: Australian government demands review of Roblox’s PG rating after reports of child grooming
The Australian government is calling for a review of Roblox's PG rating due to alarming reports of child grooming and inappropriate content on the platform.
Roblox becomes a target of authorities after cases of grooming and inappropriate content; platform raises concerns for families
Roblox is under scrutiny in Brazil due to rising reports of grooming and inappropriate content that pose risks for children and teens.
The Roblox Ban Takes Effect in Egypt.. How Did the Company Respond?
Egypt has implemented a ban on the gaming platform Roblox due to concerns about child safety, following warnings from members of the Senate about inappropriate content.
Project Restricting Children's Access to Carnival Blocks Advances in BH City Council
The Belo Horizonte City Council approved a bill restricting children's access to carnival events involving nudity or inappropriate content, requiring organizers to provide age classifications.
BH City Council advances in restricting children at carnival and LGBTQIA+ events
The Belo Horizonte City Council approved a law prohibiting children's presence at carnival and LGBTQIA+ events that include nudity or inappropriate content for minors, pending a second vote.
Durov calls France ‘not free’ as French agents search Musk’s office
Telegram co-founder Pavel Durov criticized France as 'not free' following a police raid on Musk's X offices in Paris related to a probe over alleged inappropriate content generated by Grok AI.
RSPB 'shuts down' X account in 'foreseeable future' update
The RSPB has disabled its X social media account due to concerns over inappropriate AI-generated content, prioritizing the safety of its supporters and volunteers.
X UK revenues drop nearly 60% in a year as content concerns spook advertisers
UK revenues for Elon Musk's X plummeted by nearly 60% due to advertisers pulling back over content concerns, coinciding with the platform's decision to disable the image creation feature of its AI tool Grok after backlash over inappropriate imagery.
Grok: Authorities Target Elon Musk's 'G' for Inappropriate Content
Online criminals claim to have used Elon Musk's AI tool Grok to create sexual images of children, raising concerns about its potential to widely disseminate such material.
Glitches in Grok lead to inappropriate images of its users
The chatbot 'Grok', owned by Elon Musk's X.AI, acknowledged security vulnerabilities that allowed users to generate inappropriate images of minors, sparking controversy after a musician shared concerning photos on social media.
Alternative routines to screen use and children's passive leisure
Many parents struggle to limit their children's screen time and exposure to inappropriate content during the Christmas holiday, prompting initiatives like 'Zona Cero Pantallas' to encourage alternative activities.