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.
Crypto Industry Lobbies Trump and His Allies After Election Wins
In the aftermath of a momentous election, the crypto industry has sought to sway the hearts and minds of President Trump and his influential allies. Eager to shape the regulatory landscape that will govern their burgeoning realm, these digital currency advocates have embarked on a lobbying campaign fueled by hefty donations and strategic alliances. As the battle lines are drawn, they aim to influence the policies that will mold the future of cryptocurrency, hoping to secure a favorable environment for their innovations and investments. The outcome of their efforts remains uncertain, as the political climate shifts and the views of key decision-makers evolve.
How Trump could weaponize the FCC against the media in a second term
If re-elected, President Donald Trump could use the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to implement policies that limit the free speech rights of the media.
The FCC is an independent agency that regulates interstate and international communications. It appointed five commissioners, of which a majority are currently Republicans – which could give Trump the votes needed to push through his agenda.
Trump has repeatedly criticized the media, calling them “the enemy of the people” and accusing them of spreading “fake news.” He has also proposed changes to the FCC’s rules that would make it easier for him to censor content that he does not like.
If Trump is re-elected, he could intensify his efforts to control the media through the FCC. This could have a dramatic impact on the First Amendment rights of all Americans, as well as on the ability of the press to hold the government accountable.