
Politicsla-repubblicail-sole-24-ore1h ago2 sources Italian Senate Approves Antisemitism Bill
The Italian Senate has given its initial approval to a bill against antisemitism, which includes provisions for creating a database of hate crimes, public awareness campaigns, and removal of hate content from social media platforms.
President Lee Joins TikTok, Gains 100,000 Followers
President Lee has joined TikTok and quickly amassed over 100,000 followers within four days, indicating a growing trend of political figures engaging with social media platforms.

Social Media's Role in Revealing Bitter Truths
Despite its potential for excesses, social media platforms can serve as a powerful tool for bringing uncomfortable or bitter truths to light.

UK Government Consults on Social Media Ban for Under-16s
The UK government has launched a three-month public consultation to gather views on a potential ban for individuals under 16 from using social media platforms.

Fact check: Viral image of Iran Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s body in airstrike’s rubble is AI-generated
Multiple users and accounts on social media platforms X and Facebook on March 1 were sharing an alleged image of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s body under rubble after he was…
Lee Launches TikTok Account to Boost Social Media Engagement
Lee has launched a new TikTok account as part of an effort to increase his engagement and presence on social media platforms.

California Woman Sues Social Media Companies for Addiction
A twenty-year-old woman from California is suing social media platforms like YouTube and Instagram, claiming they ensnared her as a child and caused her addiction.

Postponement of Patrice Neveu's introduction in Togo
The contract signing ceremony was scheduled for February 27.Postponement of Patrice Neveu's introduction in TogoIn a brief announcement published on its social media platforms on February 27, the…

Woman Testifies in Landmark Social Media Addiction Trial
A young woman has testified in court, accusing Meta and Google of creating addictive social media platforms, stating she was on Instagram all day.

'I stopped engaging' due to Instagram, YouTube, woman tells landmark trial
The young woman, who accuses Meta and Google of making addictive social media platforms, has been speaking in court.

Pope Leo Warns Priests Against Using AI for Sermons and Seeking Social Media Popularity
Pope Leo has cautioned priests against using artificial intelligence to write sermons and advised them not to seek popularity on social media platforms like TikTok.

Danish Election Campaign Kicks Off on Social Media
The election campaign has officially begun on politicians' social media platforms, with figures like Troels Lund actively engaging.

Norwegian Media Authority Deems Roblox as Problematic as Social Media for Children
The Norwegian Media Authority has issued a statement declaring that the gaming platform Roblox poses similar problems for children as traditional social media platforms. The report also highlights the

Undisclosed Influencer Ads on Social Media Impact Young Consumers
An article discusses how undisclosed influencer advertisements on social media platforms affect young consumers, raising concerns about transparency and consumer protection.

Indian MHA Directs Police Stations to Publicize Success Stories on Social Media
India's Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has issued a directive encouraging all police stations to actively publicize their success stories on social media platforms.

Social media is full of Winter Olympics footage, but not all of it is real
Fake Winter Olympics videos have racked up hundreds of thousands of views across social media platforms.

Medical Community Urges Doctors to Combat Misinformation on Social Media
Medical societies are encouraging doctors to actively engage on social media platforms to provide accurate information and combat health-related hoaxes and misinformation spread by influencers.

Bratislava Police Investigate Threats Against Schools on Social Media
Police in Bratislava are investigating suspicious threats made against schools on social media platforms, prompting increased vigilance.

Scammers Spend Billions on Social Media Ads, Study Reveals
A study indicates that one in ten social media ads seen by Europeans is a scam attempt, with social media platforms earning billions from these fraudulent advertisements.

'Free speech is pure bull... ': Macron blasts social media platforms at AI summit
French President Emmanuel Macron has strongly criticized social media platforms, stating that 'free speech is pure bull...' at an AI summit.

Gabon suspends access to social media amid teachers' strike
In tonight's edition, Gabon suspends major social media platforms, including Facebook and TikTok, amid an anti-government teachers’ strike. Also, Brent Bozell, Trump’s controversial pick for US ambassador, arrives in South Africa. And we head to the Sambadrome, where Rio Carnival comes to a dazzling close, celebrating African roots in a pulsating festival of culture and joy.
Gabon Suspends Social Media Citing Threats to Security and Stability
Gabon has suspended social media platforms, citing threats to national security and stability amidst political tensions.
Spain's Premier Calls for Investigation into Child Images on Social Media
Spain's Premier is seeking an investigation into the prevalence of child images on social media platforms.
Russia Tightens Grip on Social Media with State-Backed Alternatives
Russia is actively undermining popular social media platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram to promote its own government-controlled alternatives, signaling a move towards greater digital statism.

Turkey to Discuss Draft Law Banning Social Media Access for Children
Turkey is preparing to discuss a draft law that would prohibit children from accessing social media platforms.

After Instagram Record, PM's YouTube Channel Crosses 30 Million Subscribers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has further cemented his position as a dominant global digital force, reaching unprecedented milestones across major social media platforms.

Mark Zuckerberg Testifies in Social Media Addiction Lawsuit
Mark Zuckerberg testified before a jury for the first time in a lawsuit alleging that social media platforms were consciously designed to cause addiction in young people, drawing comparisons to the tobacco industry crackdown.
Supplement Brands in Portugal Spread Cortisol Disinformation for Sales
Supplement brands in Portugal are promoting misinformation about "high cortisol" or the "stress hormone" to boost product sales, reportedly paying social media platforms to amplify these false narratives.
Himachal SDM Warned for Social Media Product Promotion
An SDM in Himachal Pradesh, Oshin Sharma, received a warning for promoting nutritional supplements and jewelry on her social media platforms.

Against oppressive algorithms, addictive design, parents can’t always keep up
Parental oversight may not be enough in the face of the powerful content-serving feeds of social media platforms

Five teenagers convicted for spreading ISIS propaganda via TikTok in Netherlands
A court in Rotterdam has convicted five teenagers for disseminating ISIS propaganda on TikTok and other social media platforms, with one also training for an attack.

Politicsrzeczpospolitaindian-express5d ago2 sources Polish Civic Coalition Proposes Social Media Restrictions for Children
Poland's Civic Coalition has unveiled key proposals for regulations aimed at significantly limiting children's and younger teenagers' access to social media platforms.

Opinion: Social Media Platforms Must Share Wealth with Creators
An opinion piece argues that social media platforms should share the wealth generated by digital creators, highlighting that only a small percentage of creators in India effectively monetize their work.

Healthorfvijesti-me5d ago2 sources Therapist: Social Networks Contribute to Mental Health Crisis, Instagram and YouTube Under Scrutiny in Trial
A therapist states that social media platforms contribute to the mental health crisis, with Instagram and YouTube currently under scrutiny in a significant trial where a plaintiff's mental health issues are linked to early social media use.

Pope Francis Warns Priests Against Using AI for Homilies
Pope Francis advised priests not to use artificial intelligence for writing homilies or seeking popularity on social media platforms like TikTok, emphasizing that faith cannot be transmitted by algorithms.

Indian Minister Advocates for Fair Revenue Share for Content Creators
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has stated that social media platforms must implement fair revenue sharing mechanisms for all content creators, including professional journalists and independent voices.
Guidelines for Responsible Alerting on Viral Social Media Challenges
An article provides guidance on how to ethically, responsibly, and safely warn others about the dangers of viral challenges on social media platforms.

Meta’s AI sending ‘junk’ tips to DoJ, US child abuse investigators say
Officers say flood of low-quality reports is draining resources and slowing cases amid New Mexico lawsuit
Meta’s use of artificial intelligence software to moderate its social media platforms is generating large volumes of useless reports about cases of child sexual abuse, which are draining resources and hindering investigations, said officers from the US Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) taskforce.
“We get a lot of tips from Meta that are just kind of junk,” Benjamin Zwiebel, a specia...

Nigerian President Tinubu Dismisses Social Media as Election Platform
President Bola Tinubu told opposition elements and party faithful that elections are not conducted on social media platforms, emphasizing that Nigerians conduct elections.
Calls for Big Tech Action as Social Media Blamed for Harm to Children
Parents and advocates are demanding that major technology companies take significant action, asserting that social media platforms have caused harm to children.

Call to End Social Media Anonymity in Europe to Combat Hate and Manipulation
A Polish opinion piece argues for ending anonymity on social media platforms in Europe to reduce hate speech, manipulation, and destructive content.
Genviral Launches OpenClaw Skill for Social Media Automation
Genviral has released its OpenClaw Skill, designed to automate content posting across six different social media platforms.

Nebraska Basketball Defeats Penn State, Sparks Social Media Reaction
Nebraska basketball secured a victory over the Penn State Nittany Lions, leading to widespread discussion and reactions on social media platforms.
Global Push to Ban Teens from Social Media Gains Momentum
From Paris to New Delhi, there is a growing international movement advocating for the ban of teenagers from social media platforms.

Meta’s Zuckerberg grilled by lawyers in landmark US social media addiction trial
Meta Platforms CEO Mark Zuckerberg pushed back in court on Wednesday against a lawyer’s suggestion that he had misled Congress about the design of its social media platforms, as a landmark trial over

Gabon Suspends Social Media Citing 'Spreading of False Information'
Gabon's media regulator has suspended social media platforms indefinitely, stating the ban is due to the 'spreading of false information'.
WorldDaily Star BD16d ago Guide to Spotting Disinformation on Social Media
An article provides guidance on how to identify and counter disinformation circulating on social media platforms.

Romance Scams Highlight Social Media Platform Responsibility
An article discusses the prevalence of romance scams, arguing that social media platforms, rather than victims, should bear the shame and responsibility for these crimes.

BTS unveils 14-song track list for comeback album 'Arirang'
Global K-pop icon BTS on Wednesday unveiled the 14-song track list of its upcoming album, "Arirang" on their social media platforms.

Serbian Securities Commission Warns Against Online and Social Media Scams
The Serbian Securities Commission has issued a warning to citizens and investors about a growing number of fraudulent schemes spreading through the internet and social media platforms.

UK Consults on Social Media Ban for Under-16s
The UK government has launched a three-month consultation to gather views on implementing measures, including a potential ban, to protect children's wellbeing on social media platforms.

Protesters, police clash near U.S. embassy in Baghdad
Telegram channels and social media platforms close to pro-Iran armed groups called on people to take part in the protests

PoliticsKorea Heraldkorea-joongang4d ago2 sources Lee launches TikTok account, steps up social media engagement
President Lee Jae Myung opened an account on the popular short-form video-sharing application TikTok on Saturday as part of his efforts to increase his activities on social media platforms. Lee posted a short video depicting him pressing a "subscribe" box on a document awaiting approval while asking viewers to subscribe, like and leave a comment as he made heart-shaped hand gestures. On Friday, Lee wrote on another social media platform, X, "Something big is coming." The presidential office said

PoliticsYahoochannel-news-asia4d ago2 sources Judge Blocks Virginia Law Restricting Social Media for Children
A judge has issued a ruling blocking a new Virginia law that aimed to restrict children's access to social media platforms.

Investigation into Money Flows from Venmo to Instagram
An investigation tracked money flows across various platforms, from payment services like Venmo to social media platforms like Instagram, uncovering financial pathways.

Macron's 'Freedom of Speech is Bullshit' Comment Explained
French President Emmanuel Macron's controversial statement that 'freedom of speech is bullshit' was reportedly directed at social media platforms that misuse the concept, sparking public outrage.

Discussion on Social Media Addiction and Its Psychological Impact
An article discusses whether spending 16 hours a day on Instagram constitutes addiction, highlighting that many individuals struggle with the psychological pressure exerted by social media platforms.
CIA Recruits Iranian Informants via Social Media
The CIA is reportedly recruiting Iranian informants through social media platforms, an initiative designed to circumvent the Iranian regime's restrictions on traditional media within the country.

Gabon Government in Talks with Meta and TikTok Over Social Media Ban
The government of Gabon is engaging in discussions with Meta and TikTok regarding the suspension of social media platforms in the country, which has been ongoing for over a week.

Fair Revenue Share For Content Creators A Must: Ashwini Vaishnaw At DNPA Conclave
Deepfakes and coordinated disinformation campaigns are putting global trust at risk, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday.

Fact check: Viral video does not show PTI founder Imran from his 2nd Pims hospital visit
Multiple PTI supporters across social media platforms were sharing a dim clip of party founder Imran Khan since February 24, 2026, claiming that it was from his latest visit to the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (Pims) for a second eye injection. However, the video is old from February 20, 2023, when he appeared before the Lahore High Court (LHC) for interim protective bail in a case. The iVerify Pakistan team investigated this content and determined that it is false.
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Mexican Criminal Organizations Spread Disinformation on Violence
Researchers indicate that criminal organizations in Mexico have been actively spreading their own propaganda on social media platforms, disseminating false information about the extent of violence.
Gabon: TikTok proposes solutions to lift the suspension of social media platforms - Seneweb
Gabon: TikTok proposes solutions to lift the suspension of social media platforms Seneweb

Poland to Restrict Social Media Access for Under-15s
Polish Minister of Education Barbara Nowacka announced that the government is working on solutions to restrict access to social media platforms for children and youth under 15 years old.

New Relationship Trend: Couples Keep Love Off Social Media
A new trend sees couples opting for complete discretion and privacy, choosing to keep their relationships off social media platforms.

Growing Support for Social Media Bans for Minors Worldwide
Governments globally are increasingly preparing legislation aimed at restricting children and adolescents' access to social media platforms.

TechnologyTimes of IndiaThe Observer12d ago2 sources Shoshana Zuboff Advocates for Abolition of Social Media
Shoshana Zuboff, a prominent academic, is calling for the abolition of social media platforms, citing concerns about their societal impact and surveillance capitalism.

Collagen Masks Trend for 'Glass Skin'
Collagen masks are gaining significant popularity, particularly on social media platforms like TikTok, where users showcase their use for achieving 'glass skin'.

BofA Analyzes Performance Metrics of Top Social Media Platforms
Bank of America has released an analysis detailing the performance metrics of leading social media platforms.

India discussing age-based restrictions with social media firms, top minister says
The comments come after Australia in December became the first to ban users under the age of 16 from accessing major social media platforms.

UK Review Leader Warns of Social Media Misinformation on Gender Transitioning
Hilary Cass, who led a review of youth gender identity services in the UK, has warned that social media platforms are presenting "unrealistic images and expectations" to young people regarding gender transitioning.

Pope Urges Faithful to Abstain from Hate Speech for Lent
Pope Leo XIV has called upon followers to observe Lent by refraining from using hateful language on social media platforms.