Karnataka CM proposes banning social media for children under 16. But enforcing such a rule may not be as simple as it sounds ...

Karnataka plans to ban social media for children under 16 to address concerns over mobile phone use, following Australia's ...

A federal court order blocked Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones from enforcing social media limits for minors under 16 as he previously announced.

Age-verification systems require collecting sensitive data to support the biometric information. In no time, the internet will become a fully surveilled digital panopticon, says technology journalist ...

Although social media can have benefits, it can also have significant negative consequences for mental health.

As Congress continues to debate legislation ostensibly aimed at protecting kids online, lawmakers already have a real-world ...

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that the state will ban social media for under-16s while presenting his 17th State Budget. Andhra Pradesh and Goa are also said to be considering ...

Now that the ban has been announced, parents, experts and even opposition politicians welcomed the move, but also flagged the practicality of implementation.

Linguists say reaction to Irish TD’s remarks reflects shared regional English roots and enduring impact of empire ...

Australia's mandatory minimum age for accessing social media has caused a global domino effect. Some countries have been quick to follow suit and already have legislative initiatives in place, while ...

In recent years, the spread of fake news—particularly in the health domain—has become a significant concern. Misinformation ...

India is debating a ban on social media for children under 15. Global trends show stricter digital safety laws for minors. Experts cite risks like addiction and bullying. The country must balance ...