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UK focuses on child safety at the start of new online regime
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The UK's communications regulator Ofcom, is prioritizing child safety as it begins enforcing the Online Safety Act. The regulator will require tech companies like Facebook and Meta to address issues such as child abuse, grooming, and pro-suicide content on their platforms. Ofcom's draft code includes measures like restricting messaging from non-connections and not displaying children's location information. The code is open for consultation, with a final version expected to be published next year. Non-compliance with the law could result in fines of up to £18 million or 10% of annual turnover.
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UK urges Meta not to roll out end-to-end encryption on Messenger and Instagram
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The UK government has urged Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, not to implement end-to-end encryption without proper safety measures to protect children from sexual abuse. The Online Safety Bill, which was recently passed, requires social media platforms to take tougher actions in safeguarding children. Meta argues that end-to-end encryption enhances safety and security, but the UK Home Secretary insists that appropriate safeguards must be in place. The government says the bill does not ban encryption, but rather encourages companies to address child abuse and develop technology to scan encrypted messages if necessary.
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Senator tells Mark Zuckerberg his product is 'killing people' at child safety hearing
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
During a heated Senate hearing on online child safety, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg was told by Senator Lindsey Graham that their product is "killing people." Graham accused Zuckerberg and other tech companies of having "blood on their hands" and highlighted the case of a man whose son died by suicide after being targeted in a "sex extortion ring" on Instagram. The hearing also addressed the issue of online abuse and child exploitation on Meta's platforms, with the New Mexico Attorney General filing a lawsuit against the company for facilitating child pornography and soliciting minors for sex.
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Users slam Elon Musk after he claims X outperforms Instagram in child safety
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Elon Musk's recent post criticizing Meta's Instagram platform for its online child safety policies has sparked controversy. Musk claimed that his own platform, X, implements superior safety protocols to combat child exploitation. However, users on X have countered his claim, citing the presence of adult content on the platform. They expressed concerns about posting pictures of their children on the open internet and encountering pornographic content and spam. This post comes after lawmakers interrogated CEOs of social media sites, including Meta, X, and TikTok, about their efforts to protect teenagers and children online.
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Meta targeted for fresh UK gov't warning against E2E encryption for Messenger, Instagram
TechCrunch
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1y ago
Medial
The UK government is pressuring Meta (formerly Facebook) not to roll out end-to-end encryption (E2EE) on its Messenger and Instagram platforms without implementing unspecified "safety measures" to allow law enforcement access to detect child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The government's Online Safety Bill gives Ofcom the power to fine Meta up to 10% of its global annual turnover if it does not comply. Meta argues that client-side scanning compromises user privacy and security and plans to enable E2EE by default for Messenger by year-end. Experts warn that surveillance powers in the legislation pose risks to E2EE.
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Passing the Kids Online Safety Act just got more complicated
The Verge
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1y ago
Medial
The path to new child protections on the internet has become more complex as other lawmakers and outside groups propose their own solutions alongside the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA). Senator Brian Schatz suggests the Protecting Kids on Social Media Act, which would restrict teens' social media use without parental consent, but Republican leaders are reportedly withdrawing their support. Meanwhile, tech industry groups are advocating for the Invest in Child Safety Act, focused on directing more funding to law enforcement. KOSA has already undergone changes to garner support, but concerns remain about censorship and access to resources. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's endorsement provides an advantage for KOSA in the Senate.
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Inclusivity-focused VC Ada Ventures pulls in $80M for second fund
TechCrunch
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1y ago
Medial
UK-based venture capital firm Ada Ventures has closed its second fund at $80m, attracting investors including British Business Bank, Atomico, and Big Society Capital. The firm, which focuses on backing diverse and inclusive start-ups, plans to invest between £250,000 ($354,000) and £1.5m in pre-seed and seed-stage companies, with a particular focus on climate equity, economic empowerment, and healthy ageing. Ada Ventures claims its portfolio is 14 times more diverse than the average UK VC in terms of gender and race/ethnicity. The firm sources new investments through its diverse Scout and Angel network, which includes nearly 100 scouts and a group of 'Ada Angels'.
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UK regulator demands tech firms shield children from harmful content
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
The UK communications regulator, Ofcom, has announced that social media platforms will face fines of up to $22.5 million if they fail to take action to protect children from harmful content. A new online safety law in the UK requires platforms to implement measures to safeguard children including preventing algorithms from directing them towards harmful content and introducing age-checks. Ofcom has published a draft code of practice outlining 40 measures to improve online safety for children, with the regulations expected to come into force next year. Platforms that do not comply could face significant fines or even be banned from children's use.
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Govt To Extend Import Authorisation Regime Till 2025: MeitY Secy
Inc42
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7m ago
Medial
MeitY Secretary S Krishnan has announced that the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) will develop a new mechanism to replace the current regime by 2025. The existing regime focuses on securing the IT hardware manufacturing value chain and the equipment itself. In September, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) extended the import authorization for select IT hardware products, including PCs, tablets, and servers, until the end of 2024.
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NCPCR asks social media platforms to explore ways to protect children online
Economic Times
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9m ago
Medial
The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) held a meeting with representatives from major social media platforms, including Google, YouTube, Meta, Snapchat, Reddit, Sharechat, and Bumble. The aim of the meeting was to discuss issues related to child safety online and find ways to protect children from harmful content and online exploitation. Discussions revolved around age verification mechanisms, blocking Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), providing support to law enforcement agencies, and reporting cases to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). The NCPCR outlined several recommendations in a letter following the meeting, including mandatory user identity verification, reporting of CSAM, parental consent for minors, warnings about adult content, and detailed reports on child exploitation cases. The social media platforms have been urged to implement these recommendations and submit an Action Taken Report within seven days.
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US receives thousands of reports of AI-generated child abuse content in growing risk
Reuters
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1y ago
Medial
The U.S. National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) received 4,700 reports in 2023 about child sexual exploitation content generated by AI technology. This reflects a growing concern as generative AI, which can create text and images, poses a risk for online exploitation of children. The NCMEC serves as a clearinghouse to report such content and is working with AI companies to address the issue. Child safety experts have raised alarm about the potential for abusers to use generative AI to create new images matching a child's likeness.
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