social media regulation
Mother Fights Social Media Platforms After Teen Son's Suicide: The Deadly Impact of Algorithmic Content
Dec 12, 2025 02:49 am CST
A French mother is seeking justice after her 15-year-old son's suicide, which she attributes to harmful social media algorithms that promoted suicide-related content. As France considers restricting teen access to social media platforms, this case highlights the growing global concern about digital platforms' impact on youth mental health and calls for greater accountability from tech companies to protect vulnerable users.
Instagram Introduces "Your Algorithm": New AI Tool Gives Users Control Over Content Recommendations
Dec 11, 2025 02:50 am CST
Instagram has launched an innovative AI-powered feature called "Your Algorithm" that provides unprecedented transparency and control over content recommendations in users' Reels feeds. This tool allows users to view their algorithmically-determined interests and actively shape their content experience, marking a significant step toward greater transparency in social media amid growing regulatory pressure and concerns about algorithmic content curation.
Elon Musk's X Platform Fined $140 Million by EU for Digital Services Act Violations
Dec 05, 2025 07:32 pm CST
The European Union has imposed a €120 million ($140 million) fine on Elon Musk's social media platform X for breaching the Digital Services Act regulations on online content. This landmark first penalty under new EU tech legislation addresses transparency failures and platform design issues, while TikTok avoided similar sanctions through concessions. The case highlights growing tensions between US tech companies and European regulators over digital governance standards.
Meta Ordered to Pay $550 Million to Spanish Media for Data Privacy Violations and Unfair Competition
Nov 20, 2025 07:32 pm CST
A Spanish court has ordered Meta to pay $552 million plus $60 million in interest to 87 media outlets for gaining unfair competitive advantage by violating EU data protection rules. The landmark ruling follows AMI's lawsuit claiming Meta systematically broke privacy laws between 2018-2023, creating unfair competition in digital advertising. The case highlights growing global tensions between tech giants and traditional media over data usage and advertising practices.
New York Challenges X's Lawsuit Against Social Media Hate Speech Disclosure Law
Nov 04, 2025 07:55 am CST
New York has requested a dismissal of Elon Musk's X (formerly Twitter) lawsuit challenging the state's Stop Hiding Hate Act, which requires social media companies to disclose their content moderation policies regarding hate speech and extremism. Attorney General Letitia James argues the law protects consumers while X claims it unconstitutionally forces disclosure of "sensitive and controversial speech."
Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban: How Meta and TikTok Plan to Comply Despite Implementation Challenges
Oct 28, 2025 02:02 pm CST
Tech giants Meta and TikTok have committed to complying with Australia's landmark under-16 social media ban starting December 10, while highlighting significant implementation challenges. The strict legislation requires platforms to remove all underage users, with companies facing penalties up to AU$49.5 million for non-compliance. Experts and tech companies warn the ban may drive young users to less regulated online spaces while raising concerns about effective age verification methods.
Bihar Police Warns Against Sharing Provocative Caste-Based Content on Social Media During Elections
Oct 25, 2025 12:36 pm CST
Bihar police have issued strict warnings against sharing provocative caste-based content on social media platforms ahead of the upcoming state elections. DGP Vinay Kumar announced that authorities will take firm action against individuals posting objectionable songs or videos that could disrupt peace or violate the election code of conduct, as the state prepares for assembly polls on November 6 and 11. The Election Commission has also released guidelines addressing synthetic and AI-generated content to maintain electoral integrity.
Court Orders Google and Meta to Remove Defamatory Videos Targeting Padma Vibhushan Spiritual Leader Rambhadracharya
Oct 12, 2025 10:11 am CST
The Lucknow Bench of the Allahabad High Court has directed tech giants Google and Meta to remove objectionable videos targeting renowned spiritual leader Jagadguru Rambhadracharya within 48 hours. The court's intervention follows a petition highlighting defamatory content that not only attacked the Padma Vibhushan awardee's reputation but also mocked his visual disability. State authorities have already summoned the content creator responsible for the offensive videos.
Indonesia Suspends TikTok's Operating License Over Data Transparency Issues
Oct 04, 2025 12:45 am CST
Indonesia has suspended TikTok's registration status following the platform's refusal to share complete data related to its live streaming feature during recent national protests. Despite the suspension, the app remained accessible to its 100+ million Indonesian users as officials cited violations of the country's electronic provider regulations after TikTok provided only partial data on traffic, streaming, and monetization activities.
Contrasting Approaches to Social Media Regulation: Andhra Pradesh's Legislative Path vs Telangana's Surveillance Strategy
Oct 03, 2025 01:26 pm CST
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are implementing distinctly different strategies to regulate social media content and behavior. While Andhra Pradesh forms a ministerial committee to draft comprehensive legislation addressing misinformation, Telangana takes a more controversial surveillance approach by opening "history sheets" on repeat social media offenders, raising concerns about the balance between digital governance and constitutional freedoms.