Keywords: Social Media Regulation


Türkiye prepares new social media regulations to protect children

Türkiye is preparing to introduce new regulations aimed at strengthening protections for children on social media platforms, according to Family and Social Services Minister Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş. In a statement shared on the domestic social media platform NSosyal, Göktaş said......

TikTok sale faces new delay as negotiations hit standstill

The U.S. government has again extended the deadline for TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, to divest its American operations after talks between Washington and Beijing stalled. The extension, issued through a new executive order, pushes the January 23, 2026 deadline further, leaving millions of......

Malaysia to ban social media for under-16s following Australia's lead

Malaysia announced plans to prohibit social media use by individuals under the age of 16 starting in 2026, aligning with Australia’s pioneering restrictions that come into effect in December 2025. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil confirmed the Cabinet’s approval of the measure, emphasizing......

Australia implements age verification on Snapchat ahead of social media ban for under-16s

Australia is moving forward with one of the world’s most restrictive social media regulations, prompting Snapchat to introduce a mandatory age-verification system for its users in the country. The platform confirmed that, starting this week, many Australian users will be required to prove their......

TikTok's blackout: A new era of digital silence in the U.S.

TikTok has officially ceased operations for all users in the United States, marking a significant shift in the social media landscape. This unprecedented move comes amid ongoing concerns regarding data privacy and national security, which have been at the forefront of discussions surrounding the app's......

Morocco's Media Landscape Shows Growth Amid Digital Challenges

Morocco's media sector has experienced significant expansion over the past two decades, with Minister of Youth Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid highlighting the country's progress in media pluralism and freedom of expression during a recent parliamentary session. The North African nation now hosts 988......

Brazil's First Lady Calls for Social Media Regulation Amid Controversy at G20 Event

At a recent G20 event, Brazil's First Lady, Janja Lula da Silva, made headlines with a bold call to regulate social media platforms in an effort to combat the spread of misinformation. Her remarks underscored the growing global concern about the influence of digital platforms on public discourse......

Brazil's Supreme Court Fines X: A Battle for Online Freedom and Accountability

Brazil's Supreme Court has imposed a hefty daily fine on the social media giant X, formerly Twitter, for allegedly disregarding a judicial ban. The platform now faces a daily penalty of over $900,000 until it complies with the order to suspend its services in the country. The controversy began when......

Elon Musk Critiques Australian Government's Misinformation Legislation

In a bold statement, tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has labeled the Australian government as "fascists" in response to their proposed legislation aimed at combating misinformation online. This law, introduced by Australia’s Labor government, could impose fines of up to 5% of a company's......