November 21, 2024 at 05:46AM The UK government has outlined plans under the Online Safety Act to enhance online safety by mandating platform providers to prevent online harms. It emphasizes protecting children and promoting collaboration with Ofcom. However, it lacks details on the controversial Section 122 regarding law enforcement access to private communications. ### Meeting … Read more
July 31, 2024 at 06:36AM The Senate passed a bill, 91-3, to protect children from harmful online content by making tech companies more accountable. The legislation aims to prevent harm on online platforms used by minors, requiring companies to prioritize safety settings. President Biden urged the House to promptly pass the bill. The legislation is … Read more
February 26, 2024 at 05:04PM Nevada AG Ford’s law firm requested a TRO to prevent minors from accessing encrypted communication in Meta’s Messenger app. This follows civil lawsuits alleging deceptive marketing tactics targeting young users. The TRO claim argues that end-to-end encryption hinders law enforcement and poses risks to children, while experts and scholars express … Read more
February 16, 2024 at 07:07AM The murder of Brianna Ghey has sparked a debate on children’s access to the dark web in the UK. Ciaran Martin weighed in, emphasizing the need for greater focus on educating children about the dark web. Concerns about the Online Safety Act and children’s engagement in cybercrime were also highlighted, … Read more