Social Media
6 articles from 6 countries
US social media legislation gains momentum as key Republican senator pledges support
- A key Republican senator has pledged support for the Kids Online Safety Act, a bill aimed at increasing social media companies' responsibility for harms to minors. - Senator Ted Cruz's backing is significant as he chairs the Senate Commerce Committee, which typically vets such legislation. - The bill seeks to hold social media platforms accountable for features that contribute to issues like eat…
Many Ukrainians view centralized news broadcasts as state propaganda, favoring social media
- A significant majority of Ukrainians (86%) now primarily receive their news through social media, a shift from pre-war habits, with 37% relying exclusively on these platforms. - This trend is partly…
Carl Jung's 19th-Century Quote About Loneliness Resurfaces on Social Media
- A quote by Swiss psychologist Carl Jung about loneliness has resurfaced on social media, resonating with modern discussions on emotional isolation. - The quote defines loneliness not just as physica…
EU considering social media 'delay' for children
- The European Union is considering new rules to protect children online, potentially including a ban or delay on social media access for minors. - European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen h…
Speaking Out or Venting Emotions in the Social Media Era?
- Social media has become a rapid platform for public expression, including criticism of services, but the effectiveness of this criticism is often debated. - While many users intend to provide constr…
Should Children Be Barred From Social Media? Guidance, Not Prohibition, is Key, Argues Vietnamese Outlet
- The article discusses the debate around whether to ban or guide children's social media use. - It argues for controlled, educational guidance rather than an outright ban, citing social media's poten…
