Malaysia is considering implementing an internet ‘kill switch’ to enhance digital security. The proposed legislation, backed by Minister Azalina Othman Said, aims to increase social media platform responsibility for combating online crimes like fraud, child abuse, and harassment. This move follows the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission’s (MCMC) announcement requiring social media platforms with over eight million users to obtain a license by 2025.
An influencer is facing criticism for filming a video while a fight broke out in a popular public space in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh. The video sparked outrage on social media, with many users calling for stricter laws to protect public spaces and prevent such incidents.
Nader Al-Naji, the founder of BitClout, a social media platform that aimed to merge bitcoin culture with influencer reputation betting, has been arrested on charges of wire fraud. Authorities allege that Al-Naji misled investors by promising their funds would solely be used for the business development while he secretly siphoned millions for personal expenses and gifts. The SEC claims he lied about the decentralized nature of BitClout, raising over $257 million without proper registration.
The Senate overwhelmingly approved a bill aimed at safeguarding children from dangerous online content, marking the first significant congressional effort in decades to hold tech companies accountable for the harms their platforms may cause. The bill, championed by parents of children who suffered from online bullying or other harm, would require companies to implement measures to prevent harm on platforms frequently used by minors.
The US Senate has passed a major social media safety package aimed at protecting children online, requiring tech companies to implement stricter safeguards against harmful content. The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) passed with overwhelming bipartisan support, but face an uncertain future in the House of Representatives. The legislation, which has been backed by tech giants like Microsoft, X, and Snap, aims to establish a ‘duty of care’ for online platforms, mandating the removal of harmful content such as sexual exploitation, bullying, and promotion of suicide and eating disorders. However, free speech groups have raised concerns about potential censorship, arguing that the definition of harm is too broad. COPPA aims to strengthen privacy standards for minors and outlaw targeted advertising towards children and teens.
A Pune woman named Anjali Patwal has become an internet sensation after a video of her dancing during an office meeting went viral. The video, shared on her Instagram, shows Anjali gracefully dancing to the song ‘O Rangrez’ during a team meeting, earning praise and applause from her colleagues. The video has sparked discussions online about workplace culture and the importance of individuality.
Mark Zuckerberg, during a recent discussion at Siggraph 2024, outlined his vision of a future dominated by AI-generated content tailored specifically to individual users. This vision, centered around Meta’s new AI Studio, involves AI-powered characters and creators, raising concerns about the potential for personalization to become overwhelming and for AI to replace human-generated content.
Popular influencer Kéfera Buchmann, known for her dedication to fitness, has caught the attention of her massive following by regularly sharing her workout routines.
The Paris Olympics have been a hot topic on social media since their official start last Friday, July 26th. Beyond the athletes vying for medals, fans in the stands have also been grabbing attention with their unique reactions. One Brazilian fan, in particular, has gone viral for his enthusiastic cheering.
A Zomato customer, Himanshi, ordered a vegetarian meal from EatFit but received chicken biryani instead. She took to social media, tagging Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal and other stakeholders, expressing her frustration and highlighting the blunder during the holy month of Sawan. Both Zomato and EatFit have apologized and offered refunds, but Himanshi demands accountability and action against the responsible party.
