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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

How TikTok and Meta Ignored Safety to Win Engagement Battle, According to Former Employees

Former employees reveal that TikTok and Meta prioritized engagement over user safety by allowing harmful content on their platforms during the competition for user attention.

Mar 21 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Gaming platforms adopt unequal measures in response to the Digital ECA

Gaming companies in Brazil are implementing uneven adaptations to the newly launched Digital ECA, impacting user access and community functions.

Mar 19 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Marambaia BRT station has been out of operation for over 2 months and affects users

The Marambaia BRT station in Belém, Brazil, has been non-operational for over two months due to vandalism, adversely impacting public transport users who now face longer wait times and safety concerns.

Mar 18 • 20:28 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Former Employee Speaks Out and Reveals Secrets About Zuckerberg and Meta

A former Meta employee accuses Mark Zuckerberg of prioritizing competition with TikTok over user safety by allowing harmful content to proliferate.

Mar 18 • 16:18 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Several Violations Found in the Use of Micromobility Tools During School Breaks

Riga's municipality reported several violations regarding the use of micromobility devices during the spring school break, highlighting inadequate user control by providers and low insurance coverage for personal vehicles.

Mar 17 • 09:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Australia’s pornography age-verification: a victory for advocates or a gateway to ‘darker corners of the internet’

The article discusses the controversial age-verification processes implemented by pornographic websites in Australia and the implications for user privacy.

Mar 14 • 19:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Car in Frýdek-Místek hits a wheelchair user. The driver fled, police are searching for him.

A wheelchair user was hit by a car in Frýdek-Místek and the driver fled the scene, prompting a police investigation.

Mar 12 • 08:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

App gathers services and information on the highways of PR

A new app in Paraná, Brazil, consolidates traffic updates, alerts, and emergency contacts to enhance road safety and user experience.

Mar 9 • 14:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Major VPN network to block 'despised and despicable' child sexual abuse material

ExpressVPN has announced its partnership with the Internet Watch Foundation to block access to child sexual abuse material (CSAM) while maintaining user privacy.

Mar 4 • 13:26 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Harmfulness of Social Media Has Finally Come to Light. Platforms Have Lied for Years

A report reveals that Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has hidden damaging data regarding the harmful effects of its platforms for years.

Feb 27 • 05:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Life & Tech

Grindr tests AI match-making in Australia amid dating app fatigue and safety concerns

Grindr is piloting AI-driven match-making features in Australia to enhance user safety and address dating app fatigue.

Feb 23 • 03:55 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Technology Against Humanity: When Cars Become Too Smart

Experts warn that the increasing use of touch screens in modern vehicles is negatively affecting the driving experience.

Feb 19 • 08:20 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Is Shein Addicting Users and Selling Illegal Products? EU Investigation Begins

The EU has launched an official investigation into the Chinese e-commerce platform Shein, focusing on its alleged sale of illegal products and concerns about its potentially addictive design.

Feb 17 • 12:59 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

A shocking change to the favorite app next month - and it surely won't please all users

Discord is implementing significant changes in March 2026, introducing age verification for users to access certain content features.

Feb 11 • 07:49 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The EU takes action against cyberbullying: DSA guidelines and prevention

The European Commission has proposed a new action plan to combat cyberbullying through a user-friendly application for reporting incidents and promoting safer digital practices among youth.

Feb 10 • 14:56 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Life & Tech

Fines threaten TikTok - 'war over users' feeds'

The EU's announcement that TikTok must change how the app operates or face large fines marks the beginning of a new development in controlling user content, according to internet expert Måns Jonasson.

Feb 6 • 15:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

What is the most dangerous city for tourists? A global ranking exposes the 'pickpocket capital'

A recent study reveals Paris as the 'world capital of pickpockets', based on an analysis of user testimonies regarding theft risks for tourists.

Feb 5 • 20:34 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Croat describes chaos in a minute of driving, a debate arose: 'More than half of people don't know how to drive'

A Reddit user shared frustrating driving experiences that led to a wider discussion about the alarming state of Croatian roads and drivers' skills.

Jan 16 • 06:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Returning from New York to Zagreb and looking for the safest neighborhood: 'It’s like being in a police station there'

A Reddit user is seeking advice from locals on the safest neighborhoods in Zagreb for his move from New York, expressing a desire for a quieter and more secure living situation.

Jan 15 • 10:20 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

They singled out the most dangerous parts of Croatia: 'Even the mailman goes in a tank'

A discussion on the safety of certain areas in Croatia has emerged on Reddit after a user compared them to American cities, sparking a lively debate.

Jan 14 • 10:19 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

China Tightens AI Regulation for Human-like Interaction

China is strengthening regulations on AI services designed to mimic human personality and engage emotionally with users as part of efforts to manage the rapid development of user-oriented artificial intelligence and enhance safety and ethical standards.

Dec 28 • 07:18 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Not only the V16 beacon: other traffic regulations coming into effect in 2026 that affect users and professionals

The article discusses several new traffic regulations set to be implemented in 2026, including the V16 beacon, which replaces traditional warning triangles and improves vehicle location communication.

Dec 23 • 11:48 UTC

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