The popular social media platform TikTok is once again under fire for its handling of children’s privacy. A complaint has been filed with the U.S. Department of Justice over concerns that TikTok is violating the privacy rights of children by collecting and sharing their personal information. The complaint, filed by a group of child privacy… Continue reading TikTok child privacy complaint sent to U.S. Dept. of Justice
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A parent’s guide to Skibidi Toilet: What is it and why is it so popular?
Skibidi Toilet: What is it and why is it so popular? If you are a parent, chances are you have already heard of the latest trend that is taking the parenting world by storm – Skibidi Toilet. But what exactly is Skibidi Toilet and why is it so popular? Skibidi Toilet is a new potty… Continue reading A parent’s guide to Skibidi Toilet: What is it and why is it so popular?
‘The First Omen’ review: Can this nun-centered prequel hold a candle to the original?
Released in 1976, “The Omen” quickly became a cult classic horror film that left audiences on the edge of their seats. The story of a young boy who is revealed to be the antichrist, causing chaos and destruction wherever he goes, struck fear in the hearts of viewers around the world. Now, over four decades… Continue reading ‘The First Omen’ review: Can this nun-centered prequel hold a candle to the original?
Roblox faces a new class action lawsuit alleging it facilitates child gambling
Roblox, the popular online game, is in the midst of a new class action lawsuit alleging that it is facilitating child gambling. The lawsuit was filed in San Mateo County, California, by the law firm Julian Young & Associates in April 2021. It claims that Roblox is engaging in illegal gambling activity and exposing minors… Continue reading Roblox faces a new class action lawsuit alleging it facilitates child gambling
Mastodon Has a Child Abuse Material Problem, Like Every Other Major Web Platform
In the past few years, Mastodon, a decentralised and open-source microblogging platform, has become a popular place for users to discuss topics such as technology, video games, politics, and more. Unfortunately, like most other major web platforms, such as Twitter and Facebook, Mastodon has recently had to confront a rising problem: the presence of child… Continue reading Mastodon Has a Child Abuse Material Problem, Like Every Other Major Web Platform
Stanford researchers find Mastodon has a massive child abuse material problem
Stanford researchers have come to a startling realization. Mastodon, a social media network that is considered as a safer and respectable alternative to other social media networks like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, has a major issue with child abuse material. According to the researchers, Mastodon has over 15 million active users and many of them… Continue reading Stanford researchers find Mastodon has a massive child abuse material problem
New Arkansas bill to keep minors off social media exempts most social media platforms
A new law in Arkansas seeks to keep minors under 16 years of age from using social media, but most platforms are exempted in the move. The Arkansas Online Child Protection Act was passed in April of 2021 and is set to go into effect this summer. The law, which was designed to protect the… Continue reading New Arkansas bill to keep minors off social media exempts most social media platforms
Tech bosses who willingly flout UK online child safety rules to face criminal liability
In recent years, technology companies have increasingly come under the microscope for their role in keeping children safe online. Yet many tech giants seem to be willing to flout the law when it comes to protecting minors from online threats. This week, it was announced that tech bosses who are caught deliberately disregarding UK online… Continue reading Tech bosses who willingly flout UK online child safety rules to face criminal liability