Snapchat under scrutiny in Europe for child safety policies

A group of concerned parents and child safety advocates gather outside a government building, holding signs demanding stricter regulations for social media platforms to protect children online.

The investigation was prompted by reports and complaints from parents and child safety advocates who argue that Snapchat’s features may expose minors to harmful content and interactions. For more insights on how technology impacts youth, you can read about the final voyage of the Iranian warship sunk by the US. As part of the investigation, … Read more

EU investigates Elon Musk’s X over Grok AI sexual deepfakes

A group of EU officials holds a press conference to announce the investigation into X for its use of Grok AI in creating harmful deepfake content.

On October 10, 2023, the EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA) provisions were invoked as regulators sought to assess whether X is adequately addressing the proliferation of harmful deepfake content. The DSA mandates that major platforms take responsibility for the content shared on their services, with particular emphasis on protecting users from illegal and harmful material, … Read more

EU investigates Google over AI-generated summaries in search results

European Union officials discuss the investigation into Google's AIgenerated summaries during a press conference, highlighting concerns about competition and consumer rights.

The investigation was prompted by complaints from various stakeholders, including news organizations and digital rights advocates, who argue that Google’s practices may undermine their ability to monetize content. These summaries, which provide users with quick information without directing them to original sources, have raised questions about fair competition and transparency in the digital marketplace. In … Read more