TechnologyEurope
Leaked EU Kids Act Would Ban Social Media Under 15
A leaked EU proposal, the Kids Act, would bar children under 15 from social media, video platforms, AI chatbots and games, with fines up to 6% of turnover.
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TechnologyEurope
Meta Trial and Under-15 Social Media Ban: Protecting Kids
As the Meta trial unfolds and France bans social media for under-15s, Belgium debates how to protect children online.
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SocietyTechnology
Belgium's Under-15 Social Media Ban Stalls Amid Rifts
Belgium's social media ban for under-15s misses its July deadline amid political infighting, civil society opposition, and age verification debates.
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InternationalTechnology
France Approves Social Media Ban for Children Under 15
French lawmakers approve landmark social media ban for children under 15, making France the first EU country to enact such a measure.
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TechnologyPolitics
UK Announces Midnight Social Media Curfew for Ages 16-17
The UK government unveils a default overnight social media curfew for 16- and 17-year-olds, targeting addictive features and poor sleep.
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Policy & RegulationTechnology
China Proposes Major Overhaul of E-Commerce Law
China releases draft amendment to E-Commerce Law, expanding regulatory scope to cover influencers, live-stream hosts, and cross-border e-commerce.
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Legal & RegulationTechnology
China Cracks Down on Fake Online Reviews With New Rules
China introduces landmark regulations targeting fake online product reviews, requiring disclosure of commercial ties and banning biased comparisons.
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