Tag: digital regulation
EU to Expand Commission’s Authority to Penalize Big Tech for User Manipulation
The European Commission is set to gain enhanced powers to fine major tech companies for failing to protect consumers, especially minors, from online abuse.
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UN Rights Office Urges Platform Reforms Over Social Media Bans for Children
The UN calls for digital platform reforms and stronger regulations to protect children online, cautioning against outright social media bans.
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Apple Removes Over 1,200 Apps from Russian App Store in 2025 Amid Regulatory Compliance
In 2025, Apple took down more than 1,200 apps from its Russian App Store to comply with local government requests, according to its transparency report.
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European Parliament Report Highlights VPN Use to Bypass Age Verification Systems
The EU research service flagged VPN technology as a loophole exploited to circumvent age verification controls, urging regulatory action.
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Study Finds One in Five Australian Teens Circumvent Social Media Age Restrictions
Despite Australia’s legal ban on social media for under-16s, a study reveals 20% of teenagers still access platforms illegally.
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Nine More Countries Move to Restrict Social Media Access for Minors
Following Australia’s lead, nine additional countries are preparing legislation to limit social media use among children and teenagers.
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European Citizens’ Initiative Stop Killing Games Gains EU Attention with 1.3 Million Signatures
The Stop Killing Games initiative secured nearly 1.3 million EU signatures and will now be reviewed by European Union lawmakers.
Read MoreSouth Korea Enacts World’s First Comprehensive AI Regulation Law
South Korea has become the first country to implement a comprehensive AI law aimed at enhancing safety and trust in artificial intelligence.
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