EU raises concerns over Meta’s ability to keep under-13 users off Facebook and Instagram

EU raises concerns over Meta’s ability to keep under-13 users off Facebook and Instagram

The European Union has issued a serious warning to Meta, stating that the company is not doing enough to prevent children under the age of 13 from accessing its platforms, Facebook and Instagram. This gap in enforcement could expose young users to inappropriate and potentially harmful content, raising alarm among regulators and parents alike. The […]

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Malaysians rank among the world’s most optimistic about AI as trust, jobs, and investment surge

Malaysians rank among the world’s most optimistic about AI as trust, jobs, and investment surge

Malaysia is quickly positioning itself as one of the most AI-ready and forward-looking nations in the world, according to findings highlighted in the newly released AI Index 2026 Annual Report by Stanford University and shared by global property technology group Juwai IQI Holdings. The report paints a clear picture: Malaysians are not only adopting artificial […]

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China’s AI Dreams Hit the Ground Running as Humanoid Robots Take on Beijing Half-Marathon

China’s AI Dreams Hit the Ground Running as Humanoid Robots Take on Beijing Half-Marathon

In a bold and futuristic display of innovation, China has once again put its artificial intelligence ambitions on full display—this time on the streets of Beijing. More than 300 humanoid robots have joined the country’s second robot half-marathon, tackling a demanding 21-kilometre course designed to test not just endurance, but the limits of robotics engineering […]

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India Signals Shift After Public Outcry Over Mandatory State-Run Security App

India Signals Shift After Public Outcry Over Mandatory State-Run Security App

India is preparing to revisit and amend its recent directive that required smartphone manufacturers to pre-install a government-operated cybersecurity app, following strong national backlash and intensifying concerns over user surveillance. Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia confirmed on Wednesday that the government is open to revising the order. His remarks came shortly after the main opposition […]

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YouTube Warns: Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban May Not Make Kids Safer Online

YouTube Warns: Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban May Not Make Kids Safer Online

Australia’s ambitious plan to ban children under the age of 16 from social media by the end of 2025 has sparked heated debate. While the move is seen as “well-intentioned,” tech giant YouTube believes it may not achieve its intended goal of protecting young users. The proposed legislation, championed by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, aims […]

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