Amidst ongoing concerns regarding children’s online safety, Big Tech giants have expressed strong opposition to Australia’s proposed ban on social media usage for under-16s. Representatives from Meta (Facebook, Instagram), Google (YouTube), and TikTok have argued that the ban would disproportionately impact children from low-income and remote communities, who rely on these platforms for education, socialization, and staying connected with family and friends. They contend that age verification measures are more effective in protecting young users.
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Big Tech Slams Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban…
Amidst ongoing concerns regarding children’s online safety, Big Tech giants have expressed strong opposition to Australia’s proposed ban on social media usage for under-16s. Representatives from Meta (Facebook, Instagram), Google (YouTube), and TikTok have argued that the ban would disproportionately impact children from low-income and remote communities, who rely on these platforms for education, socialization, and staying connected with family and friends. They contend that age verification measures are more effective in protecting young users.
‘Extraordinarily Dangerous’: Intelligence Community Insiders Warn on Gabbard…
Intelligence community insiders have expressed alarm over Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard’s alleged connections to the Kremlin during a House Intelligence Committee hearing. Former CIA officers, including ex-CIA Director John Brennan, accused Gabbard of being a “Russian asset” and warned that her association with Russian officials posed a threat to national security. The allegations have sparked controversy, with Gabbard adamantly denying any wrongdoing and accusing the intelligence community of McCarthyism. The hearing highlighted growing concerns within the intelligence community about foreign interference in American politics, particularly from Russia.
Georgia official warns of likely Russian interference in presidential election
佐治亚州官员警告称俄罗斯很可能干预总统选举。州选举系统安全主管在谈到美国即将举行的中期选举时表示，虽然他们没有看到任何针对佐治亚州选举系统的具体威胁，但他们预计俄罗斯将进行干预。他还说，他们正在与联邦合作伙伴合作，以确保选举系统安全可靠。