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Bipartisan House Bill Would Ban Social Media Accounts for Under 16s
The legislation stops short of mandatory ID checks for every user, but its incentives point directly toward more intrusive age verification.
Australia’s Teen Social Media Ban Failed. the Government’s Fix Is to Double the Fines
The fines just doubled for a law that eighty-five percent of Australian teenagers already ignore.
UK Police Show Up at Cancer Patient’s Door Demanding an Apology for Social Media Post
In the UK, demanding an apology seems to be a law enforcement strategy.
Colorado’s Social Media Bill Faces Scrutiny From Over Free Speech and Privacy Concerns
Colorado SB 25-086 mandates social media policy transparency and faster user removals, awaiting Jared Polis’ decision.
The End of Online Anonymity? Australia’s New Law Pushes Digital ID for Everyone to Ban Kids From Social Media
The sweeping new law raises as many concerns about data security and feasibility as it does about online safety.
FBI to Resume Meetings With Social Media Companies, Ignoring Censorship Concerns
As the US gears up for another election, concerns over FBI’s renewed engagement with social media giants raise fears of political censorship under the guise of combating foreign influence.
Victoria’s Premier Unveils Controversial New Parliamentary Role to Change Men’s Behavior, Researching Internet and Social Media
The role will address the influence of social media on attitudes toward women.
“I Want Everybody’s Name.” Nikki Haley Ignores the First Amendment as She Demands an End to Online Anonymity
Haley says if she becomes president she’ll force social media companies to check government-issued IDs for account holders.
Vivek Ramaswamy Calls for a Social Media Ban for Under 16s
A proposal that would require the introduction of digital IDs and would face First Amendment challenges.
Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese Says He Would Ban Social Media, if Allowed to Be a Dictator
The government is also currently pushing a law against “misinformation” on social media.
West Virginia Politician Sued Over Blocking Constituent on Facebook
An increasingly familiar occurance.
