'I do not trust them' - top streamers left concerned by Discord age checks
bbc - The platform's plan to roll out global age checks has caused concern in streaming communities.
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Meta patented LLM that would post for users after they die
mashable - Meta recently won a patent for an LLM that would simulate users' accounts and post, like, and comment on their behalf, including for the accounts of people who have died.
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These are the countries moving to ban social media for children
Aisha Malik / techcrunch - Australia was the first country to issue a ban in late 2025, aiming to reduce the pressures and risks that young users may face on social media, including cyberbullying, social media addiction, and exposure to predators.
- Australia's ban: reports show harms for disabled and isolated youth (2)
- Parliamentary push: UK and allies seek age-based social limits (7)
- Platforms and studies: age checks, user exodus, and Meta research (2)
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Australia's ban: reports show harms for disabled and isolated youth
Parliamentary push: UK and allies seek age-based social limits
Platforms and studies: age checks, user exodus, and Meta research
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Europe probes Shein's addictive app design and illegal product sales
Andre Revilla / engadget - The European Commission (EC) has opened an investigation into low-cost fast fashion retailer Shein. EC officials are concerned about the sale of illegal products, including child sexual abuse material, as well as the potentially addictive design of its sh…
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Ireland's Data Watchdog Joins Global Regulators Probing X Over AI Image Risks
Vismaya V / decrypt - The probe will examine Grok’s AI image processing for lawful use, built-in safeguards, and impact assessments.
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