UK reassures big tech over new encryption rules
The British government on Wednesday gave guarantees to instant messaging platforms over concerns that they could be forced to monitor encrypted messages for harmful content.
Sep 6, 2023
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Government regulation can effectively curb social media dangers
Government legislation to flag and moderate dangerous content on social media can be effective in reducing harm, even on fast-paced platforms such as X (formerly Twitter) new research shows.
Aug 14, 2023
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Twitter's surge in harmful content a barrier to advertiser return
Elon Musk's Twitter acquisition, and the series of content policy changes that ensued, has led to a dramatic spike in hateful, violent and inaccurate posts on the platform, according to researchers. That's now the top challenge ...
Jul 19, 2023
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Malaysia threatens legal action against Meta
Malaysia threatened to take legal action against Meta on Friday, accusing the tech giant of failing to remove "undesirable" content from Facebook.
Jun 23, 2023
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Why does US see Chinese-owned TikTok as a security threat?
U.S. lawmakers have grilled TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew about data security and harmful content, with some pushing to ban the popular short-video app nationwide.
Mar 24, 2023
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'Responsible' AI can protect children on social media, say researchers
New research by academics at Warwick Business School at the University of Warwick argues that "responsible" AI can prevent children from seeing both harmful and legal but harmful content online.
Feb 7, 2023
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EU's Breton warns TikTok CEO: Comply with new digital rules
The European Union's digital policy chief warned TikTok's boss Thursday that the social media app will have to fall in line with tough new rules for online platforms set to take effect later this year.
Jan 19, 2023
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Report: TikTok boosts posts about eating disorders, suicide
TikTok's algorithms are promoting videos about self-harm and eating disorders to vulnerable teens, according to a report published Wednesday that highlights concerns about social media and its impact on youth mental health.
Dec 15, 2022
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Musk's Twitter tweaks foreshadow EU showdown over new rules
Self-proclaimed free speech warrior Elon Musk's more unfettered version of Twitter could collide with new rules in Europe, where officials warn that the social media company will have to comply with some of the world's toughest ...
Dec 15, 2022
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EU warns Musk to beef up Twitter controls ahead of new rules
A top European Union official warned Elon Musk on Wednesday that Twitter needs to beef up measures to protect users from hate speech, misinformation and other harmful content to avoid violating new rules that threaten tech ...
Dec 1, 2022
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