Technology

UK Demands Meta Implement US Child Safety Measures for British Users

The UK government is urging Meta to implement safety measures for children in Britain that align with protections established in a recent US legal settlement, which could potentially cost the tech giant up to $18 billion. This US agreement requires Meta to enforce default safeguards for users under 18 years old, including a two-hour daily screen time limit that can be extended only with...

Facebook, Instagram to Implement Teen Safety Reforms After Meta Settlement

Meta has reached a significant settlement with California and 28 other U.S. states, agreeing to implement major changes on Facebook and Instagram. This agreement comes in response to allegations that the company’s platforms have contributed to harmful and addictive behavior among teenagers. As part of the settlement, Meta will enforce new protections for its younger users nationwide. These measures include setting daily usage limits, restricting...

Breaking: Macron, Saudi Crown Prince Join Major Esports Event in Paris

The international esports scene took center stage in Paris as French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman attended a prominent...

Iran-Linked Hackers Launch Cyberattack on UK Power Plant

A cyberattack allegedly carried out by hackers with ties to Iran recently caused a temporary shutdown of a small power generator in the UK,...

ChatGPT Teen Version Released by OpenAI with Enhanced Safety Features

OpenAI has introduced a new version of its ChatGPT tool specifically tailored for teenagers aged 13 to 17, aiming to create a safer and...

Meta Must Pay $567 Million to New Mexico for Child Harm

A court in New Mexico has mandated that Meta pay $567 million into a designated fund to address the mental health issues purportedly inflicted...

France Enacts Social Media Ban for Children Under 15, First in EU.

In a pioneering move within the European Union, France has legislated a nationwide prohibition on social media access for children under 15 years old....

Meta Criticized by EU for Ignoring Mental Health Risks on Platforms

The European Commission has criticized Meta for not adequately addressing mental health concerns linked to key features on Facebook and Instagram. These features, such...

UK Regulator Challenges Apple and Google’s Control of App Markets

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is targeting the dominance of Apple and Google in the mobile app market by suggesting reforms to...

UK Demands Apple, Google Implement Child Safety Measures for Explicit Content

The UK government has urged leading technology companies like Apple and Google to bolster protections on smartphones to curb children from accessing, sharing, or...

Google Revives Glasses and Unveils AI-Enhanced Search Features

Google is set to revolutionize its iconic search engine by integrating advanced artificial intelligence features, as announced at its annual Google I/O conference. The...