The minimum age for minors to access social media in Denmark could be raised from 13 to 15 if a reform in this area is approved, in accordance with recommendations from Minister of Digitalization Caroline Stage and Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.
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Meta launches Communities on Threads to share common interests
Meta recently launched Communities for Threads, where users can discuss topics of common interest, such as sports, movies, and K-pop.
This new feature is being tested "on over 100 popular topics" and builds on "existing capabilities like…
Investor scams on social media are on the rise with the help of artificial intelligence
Faced with financial doubts and concerns, it's no surprise that people are looking for alternatives to make their money go further. This leads users with little investment experience to become interested and take their first steps. ESET, a…
Sextortion cases using AI are on the rise
Cases of extortion, primarily of minors, through fake nude images, continue to rise. This is a clear example of the misuse of artificial intelligence.
There are increasing reports of minors being victims of blackmail and extortion based on…
AI generates addictions that affect mental health
The excessive use of new technologies has raised concerns among doctors and therapists, who point to screen addiction, social media use, and internet browsing as the culprits.
Among the consequences of digital addiction are the loss of…
Brazil to tighten rules for digital platforms
On Wednesday, June 11, by a majority of its judges, the Brazilian Supreme Court agreed to tighten the rules applying to digital platforms.
The objective of this decision is to regulate activities such as the spread of fake news and hate…
Saime denies restrictions on domestic fights with expired ID cards
Venezuelans can take domestic flights with their valid or expired ID card. This was clarified by the Administrative Service of Identification, Immigration, and Foreigners (Saime) this Saturday.
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Pope Francis achieved greater outreach to the faithful through technology
Cardinal José Mario Bergoglio, Pope Francis, was no stranger to new technologies. In fact, he welcomed social media, approving profiles not only for himself but also for the Vatican. He had a presence on YouTube and created an online prayer…
Spanish SMEs consider digitalization a key for success
The survival of small and medium-sized businesses in the digital age is a major challenge. Spain estimates that 89 % of its SMEs are prioritizing their online presence, according to data from a YouGov study for IONOS.
This same assessment…
California could require social media to post mental health warning labels
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has introduced a bill to require social media to post warning labels about health problems for minors resulting from prolonged browsing.
According to U.S. health authorities, “users who browse social…
The dark side of “likes” on social media
Social media is in every activity of daily life today. It is used in the business environment but more so in the personal one. Many people develop a dependence on online approval, or dependence on this acceptance. Which could be a sign of…
Musk confirms that X will have video calls
The X social network (formerly Twitter) will soon incorporate calls and video calls, a novelty that will turn it into a "global address book" and will not require the user's phone number.
The owner of X, Elon Musk, confirmed the arrival of…