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In China, two men have been punished for illegally accessing overseas websites via VPN, indicating a possible crackdown on previously tolerated VPN use.

A new decree in Brazil expands protections for children online, targeting both content and the manipulative design of platforms affecting user behavior.

Brazil has implemented new regulations aimed at protecting children and adolescents online through the Digital ECA law.

The Alana Institute is releasing a book detailing the creation of Brazil's Digital Child and Adolescent Statute, coinciding with the new regulations governing minors' access to social networks.

The article covers various news highlights from Santa Catarina, Brazil, including political operations, new internet regulations for children, economic updates, and notable incidents.

Various news items reported on March 17, 2026, including the start of oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, a deputy facing legal issues, new internet laws for children, and more.

Various topics were covered in the 'Good Morning Rio' program, including international military disengagements, Brazilian political scandals, and new internet regulations for children.

Brazil has implemented the ECA Digital law, enhancing online protection for children and adolescents with strict new regulations.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will sign decrees that establish regulations under the Digital Child and Adolescent Statute to restrict access to harmful content online for minors.

A proposed Copyright and Related Rights Bill in Kenya aims to curb illegal streaming of sports by imposing strict regulations on Internet Service Providers.

Mozambican Minister of Communications denies allegations that new telecommunications regulations will limit Internet usage, asserting they are intended to combat cybercrime instead.

New regulations allowing remote participation in hearings before the National Appeals Chamber in Poland take effect on March 13.

The article discusses the British internet regulator Ofcom's ambitions to censor American websites, highlighting resistance from a lawyer and the challenges of enforcing such regulations.

The Internet Hotline Center in Japan reported over 3,000 instances of illegal online casino information, with only a fraction removed despite attempts to enforce compliance.

Latvian Health Minister Hosams Abu Meri advocates for regulations to limit children's access to social media as a means to address growing mental health concerns.

The Kremlin claims recent disruptions to mobile internet connections in Moscow and other major cities are for security reasons and compliant with legal regulations.

VPN app downloads in Australia surged as several adult websites started blocking users in compliance with new online safety regulations.

Experts warn that AI technology has dramatically increased online harassment and abuse against women and girls, urging lawmakers to strengthen regulations.

Iceland aims to quickly implement EU regulations governing internet companies.

A Lithuanian lawmaker proposes regulations to restrict social media access for children and adolescents under 16 without parental consent, amid rising concerns about internet addiction.

The Superior Electoral Court (TSE) in Brazil has begun discussions on the rules for the upcoming elections, focusing on various electoral themes including campaign regulations and ensuring voting rights for people with disabilities.

A recent survey indicates that 77% of Poles support a proposed ban on social media access for children under 15, as the Education Minister emphasizes the need for stricter regulations.

The Brazilian Senate approved a provisional measure to convert the National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) into a regulatory agency that will oversee the Digital Statute for Children and Adolescents.

Julie Inman Grant, the director of Australia's eSafety Commission, faces constant death threats while tackling online safety issues, including misinformation and cyberbullying.

A recent survey shows that a significant majority of Poles support the implementation of regulations to restrict children's access to social media.

Russia is attempting to fully block the WhatsApp messaging service, pushing users towards state-controlled internet solutions amidst stricter internet regulations.

Russia has started throttling the Telegram messaging platform, encouraging citizens to use a domestic alternative amid legal requirements for data storage and compliance with government regulations.

The article discusses the recent internet trend of obtaining invoices directed at the Prime Minister and government offices in protest of new tax regulations, while highlighting the viral response to a particular video about unusual purchases.

The article discusses how modern vehicles incorporate various internet-connected devices often utilizing Chinese technology, and the urgency for automakers to demonstrate their ability to disentangle from Chinese supply chains amid new US regulations banning Chinese software in cloud-connected vehicle systems.

Telegram's founder Pavel Durov has joined Elon Musk in criticizing Pedro Sánchez's proposed regulation banning social media access for those under 16, calling it a threat to internet freedoms.

Miguel De Bruycker, the director of the Centre for Cybersecurity Belgium, argues that the dominance of American technology firms makes it impossible for the EU to fully store data within its borders and criticizes EU regulations on artificial intelligence for stifling innovation.

Starting in 2026, new regulations will allow online registration for specialist consultations and tests through the Internet Patient Account (IKP) and the mobile app mojeIKP, with a pilot program running until the end of 2025.

The article discusses the transatlantic disagreement on the limits of freedom of speech, particularly concerning US internet companies and EU regulations, and how this issue is becoming a focal point in political disputes.