Online Safety Act stories
Windsor calls for total smartphone ban in UK schools
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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smartphones
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edutech
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data privacy
Lady Frederick Windsor urges banning smartphones in schools, citing risks to children's physical and emotional health amid new Ofcom online safety rules.
Ofcom sets strict new online safety rules to protect children
Fri, 25th Apr 2025
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martech
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social media
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pornography
Ofcom introduces strict Online Safety Act rules by July, forcing UK tech firms to shield children from harmful content like self-harm, abuse, and risky challenges.
Meta enhances safety with new features for teen accounts
Wed, 9th Apr 2025
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facebook
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instagram
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social media
Meta has announced expanded safety features for its Teen Accounts, enhancing privacy and parental controls for users under 16 amidst growing online safety concerns.
Concerns mount over enforcement of Online Safety Act
Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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ai
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mental health
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users
Ofcom faces backlash for its regulatory approach to the Online Safety Act, as experts warn of rising dangers for children exposed to unmonitored social media.
UK unveils Online Safety Act to protect digital users
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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online safety act
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ofcom
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digital services
The UK has unveiled the Online Safety Act, a landmark legislation aimed at holding digital platforms accountable for protecting users from harmful content.
UK introduces strict online safety rules for tech firms
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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government
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social media
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online safety
As the Online Safety Act launches, UK tech firms must comply with Ofcom's new regulations, aiming to create safer digital spaces by removing illegal content.
ICO probes social media platforms on teen data privacy
Wed, 5th Mar 2025
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data protection
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data privacy
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digital age
The ICO has launched investigations into TikTok, Reddit, and Imgur over data privacy issues concerning teenage users, sparking fears of increased scrutiny.
Meta shifts to user-driven content moderation model
Thu, 9th Jan 2025
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facebook
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online safety
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politics
Mark Zuckerberg has unveiled Meta's new community-driven content moderation model, igniting controversy over its potential to worsen misinformation online.
Australia's proposed social media ban for under 16s debated
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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online safety
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online safety act
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ofcom
Australia's proposed ban on social media for under 16s has sparked intense debate over the feasibility and need for stronger online safety measures.
UK considers social media ban for under-16s amid debate
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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data privacy
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social media
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privacy
The UK Government is considering a ban on social media for under-16s, prompting wide debate on online safety and regulatory measures as new laws approach.
UK considers ban on under-16s using social media
Tue, 12th Nov 2024
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social media
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digital age
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legislation
Ministers in the UK are considering banning under-16s from social media as discussions grow on enhancing online safety for children.
New Labour government pledges investment in UK tech & cyber
Mon, 8th Jul 2024
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ai
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
The new Labour government’s tech and cyber policies may present both challenges and opportunities amid heightened economic and cyber threats.
Industry reax: Ofcom warns social media firms of bans without safety compliance
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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risk & compliance
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collaboration
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online safety
In a bid for child safety online, Ofcom warns social media platforms they may face user bans for under-18s if new safety regulations are ignored.
AI chatbots posing risks of terrorism incitement – expert
Tue, 2nd Jan 2024
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ai
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agentic ai
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islamic state
AI chatbots could potentially radicalise new waves of violent extremists, underscoring the need for revised terrorism laws.