Leading Research Center Finds Link Between Cyberbullying and Child Eating Disorders
The study of 10,000 children also found that young people who bullied others online had a similar increase in symptoms.
Meta Announce the Introduction of 'Teen Accounts' on Instagram
Meta's decision to implement teen accounts marks a significant step toward addressing concerns about youth safety on social media.
𝕏 Supports Kids Online Safety Act Amid Push for Social Media Regulation
𝕏 CEO Linda Yaccarino has previously spoken in favor of the KOSA, contrasting the stance of most other major tech companies.
UK Government Sets Online Safety Priorities for Ofcom
The results of a newly announced government study are expected to guide the next steps in the implementation of the Online Safety Act.
Australia Approves Ban on Social Media Use for Children Under 16
The legislation allows a year for social media platforms to develop technological solutions to ensure compliance while maintaining user privacy.
Research Shows 1 Out of 5 US Parents Fear Their Child Is Addicted to the Internet
Dr. Giovanni Salum, co-author of the study, spoke of an overall perception that mental health issues are becoming more commonplace and that evidence suggests that internet use and social media may contribute to that.
New Study Ties Cyberbullying Behaviors to US Teenage Eating Disorders
Findings from the study, according to the researchers, have "significant implications" for policymakers, public health, and clinical practice.
China Proposes 'Severe Penalties' Under New Rules to Fight Online Abuse
Chinese authorities are proposing new rules to combat online abuse, which include strict penalties for people who are abusive and for platforms that are deemed to be not doing enough to counter the issue.
Xbox Introduces New Measures to Combat In-Game Abuse and Harassment
In an effort to improve community safety online, Xbox has recently announced the introduction of new measures to tackle bullying and harassment in multi-player games.
