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politics1 month ago•4 min saved

Father of Molly Russell condemns rushed social media limits

Ian Russell, father of Molly Russell, says rushing government plans to curb children’s social media use is deplorable and warns that bans could backfire. The government is weighing restrictions such as an under-16 ban or targeting high-risk platforms, but details remain unclear. Russell advocates stronger enforcement of existing laws, while Ofcom defends progress but acknowledges gaps. New polling from the Molly Rose Foundation shows substantial exposure to high-risk content among girls and teens, underscoring ongoing safety concerns.

via BBC|

#ian-russell #molly-russell #ofcom

world3 months ago•3 min saved

Turkey cracks down as 162 detained over online praise after two school shootings

Turkish police detained 162 people for online posts praising or discussing two deadly school shootings in Siverek and Kahramanmaras, as authorities crack down on online content; officials also arrested dozens more for posts about potential future attacks and restricted more than a thousand social-media accounts, while funerals proceeded for the victims.

via BBC|

#online-content #police-crackdown #school-shooting

technology5 months ago•6 min saved

Nintendo restricts Tomodachi Life image sharing, leaving fans puzzled

Nintendo is restricting image-sharing features in Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream on Switch 2 to keep experiences welcoming for everyone. Restrictions include image transfer to smartphones, direct posting to social media, and automatic uploads, while image sharing remains available via the Switch 2 Game Chat. Reactions online have been critical, with fans calling the move “wacky” and saying it undermines the game's meme-friendly moments, though Nintendo says the rules are about safety and inclusivity.

via Eurogamer|

#image-sharing #nintendo #social-media-restrictions

world6 months ago•2 min saved

Guinea's Election Likely to Cement Doumbouya's Rule Amid Social Media Restrictions

Guinea's junta leader Mamady Doumbouya leads in a controversial presidential election, with main challengers banned and social media restricted, amid accusations of irregularities and concerns over democratic legitimacy.

via BBC|

#controversy #elections #guinea

world8 months ago•4 min saved

Escalating Attacks Target Russian Infrastructure Amid Ukraine Conflict

The internet has partially returned in Tanzania after a shutdown during the disputed election, but social media restrictions persist, limiting access to information and leading to misinformation with old images being shared as recent unrest.

via BBC|

#elections #misinformation #public-participation

family-and-society1 year ago•6 min saved

Protecting Youth from Digital Overload and Its Impact

The article argues that smartphones and social media pose significant mental health risks to children and teenagers, comparing digital addiction to smoking and drug use. It advocates for age restrictions, stronger regulations, and the church's leadership in protecting minors from the harmful effects of digital devices, emphasizing the importance of in-person community and traditional bonds over digital consumption.

via The Gospel Coalition|

#children #digital-addiction #family-and-society

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

Florida House Passes Bill Restricting Teens' Social Media Access

Florida's GOP-controlled House has passed legislation imposing strict social media restrictions for minors, prohibiting anyone under 16 from creating accounts on many platforms and requiring age verification through third-party services. The bill aims to protect children from the potential harms of social media, but has faced criticism for potentially limiting access to important resources and friendships. The legislation, if enacted, could lead to legal battles with major tech firms and has parallels with similar laws in other states, such as Utah's requirement for parental consent before minors can use social media.

via POLITICO|

#age-verification #florida #minors