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Meta Reports Modest Impact of AI on Global Elections in 2024

Despite widespread concerns that artificial intelligence (AI) might have a significant influence on global elections, Meta, the US technology giant, has reported only modest effects across its platforms in 2024. Meta attributed this minimal impact to various defensive measures, particularly those designed......

"Brain Rot" Oxford Word of the Year 2024 Reflects Concerns Over Online Content  

The term brain rot has been selected as the Oxford Word of the Year for 2024, highlighting growing apprehensions about the effects of excessive online content consumption. The announcement followed a public vote in which over 37,000 people participated, choosing from a shortlist of six words curated......

Australia's Social Media Ban for Teens A Complex Challenge for Enforcement

In November 2024, Australia passed groundbreaking legislation to implement a national ban on social media usage for teens. This move marks the first of its kind globally, aiming to protect young Australians from the potential risks of social media. However, the government now faces the daunting task......

Morocco Tightens Oversight on Social Media Misconduct with Heavy Sentences

Morocco's judicial system is taking a firm stance against inappropriate online behavior, as recent high-profile cases highlight the tension between free speech and legal boundaries on social media platforms. This week, Ilyas El Maliki, a controversial Moroccan streamer, received a four-month prison......

 Elon Musk Challenges Australia's Proposed Social Media Ban for Minors

Tech billionaire Elon Musk, owner of the social media platform X, has openly criticized a proposed law in Australia that aims to ban children under 16 from accessing social media. The legislation, introduced by Australia's center-left government, has sparked heated debate, with Musk labeling the......

Australia’s Plan to Ban Social Media for Kids Under 16: Can It Succeed?

The rise of social media has created a digital playground where millions of children interact daily. However, alongside its benefits comes the darker reality of cyberbullying and safety concerns. Australia is now taking a bold step to address these issues with a proposed law that would ban children under......

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......

 Efforts to Influence Trial Outcome from Jail: Prosecutors Allege Sean Combs' Interference

Prosecutors have accused Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs of attempting to influence potential jurors and witnesses from jail in an effort to sway his upcoming sex trafficking trial. In a recent filing in Manhattan federal court, the government opposed Combs’ latest $50 million bail request, citing......

ByteDance's Founder Ascends to the Pinnacle of China's Wealth Rankings

Zhang Yiming ,the founder of ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, has surged to the top of China's rich list, reflecting the immense financial success and influence of the tech industry in the region. This ascent not only highlights the growing prominence of digital platforms in shaping consumer......