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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

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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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Washington blocks entry to former EU commissioner and activists amid clash over social media rules

Washington blocks entry to former EU commissioner and activists amid clash over social media rules

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The United States has moved to deny visas to a former European Union commissioner and four civil society figures, escalating tensions with Europe over how social media platforms should be regulated. In a statement released yesterday, the US State Department said the individuals were being barred for attempting to pressure American technology companies into censoring […]

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