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NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON CHILDREN
California governor signs law to limit children's social media risksCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom signed more than a dozen new laws on Thursday that address various aspects of children's safety online, in...11 Sep, 2026, 11.22 PM IST- Crypto's shopping hack; Centre eyes Meta child safeguardsIndians are buying groceries, fuel, food and gold via gift cards on overseas crypto platforms. This and more in today's ETtech Top 5.11 Sep, 2026, 01.00 PM IST
- California governor signs laws aimed at protecting kids from risks of social media, AI chatbotsThe laws will penalize large social media companies up to $1 million per child if they are found negligent of harming children through thei...11 Sep, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
- Jennifer Lawrence cautions fans with a dry threat after making her Instagram debut: ‘If anyone says anything negative, I will quit’Jennifer Lawrence has finally made her entrance onto Instagram, playfully cautioning new followers to be kind or face her speedy departure....11 Sep, 2026, 10.45 AM IST
- California bans addictive social media features for under-16s, AI chatbot toysCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom signed technology laws protecting children online. These measures restrict social media features designed ...11 Sep, 2026, 07.13 AM IST
- EU's von der Leyen to proposal on children protection from social media September 16Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, is set to unveil an initiative focused on safeguarding children from the ha...10 Sep, 2026, 09.43 PM IST
- EU faces revolt over social media ban for childrenThe European Union is poised for a big reveal of its plans to keep minors safe online -- but proposals to restrict their social media acces...09 Sep, 2026, 11.35 AM IST
- Proposed Australian law would let social media users opt out of algorithmsThe proposed legislation would also protect children from content that promotes eating disorders, hostile ideas about women, pornography, c...09 Sep, 2026, 11.30 AM IST
- Amusing or addictive? The algorithms powering our social feedsOpen TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube or other platforms and you'll see a scrolling feed or recommendations bar showing content targete...09 Sep, 2026, 11.29 AM IST
- Psychology explains the effect of social media on Gen Z’s mental health - how constant comparison, online pressure and endless scrolling can shape self-esteem and well-beingGeneration Z faces both the positive and negative impacts of social media on their lives and mental health. While constant scrolling and co...09 Sep, 2026, 09.48 AM IST
- Psychology says parents who believe every child needs a sibling may be right about one important thingA supportive sibling relationship may help children develop emotional understanding and self-regulation. However, persistent hostility, bul...08 Sep, 2026, 08.35 PM IST
- Psychology says parents who make their kids sit with the class topper may be onto something, but there’s a catchA supportive, engaged peer may be more useful than simply the student with the highest marks. Someone who explains concepts, studies consis...08 Sep, 2026, 06.28 PM IST
- Australia threatens hefty fines if big tech fails 'duty of care'Social media giants face US$78 million fines if they fail to protect young users from harmful content, Australia's prime minister said Tues...08 Sep, 2026, 10.19 AM IST
- Don't ban children from social media, Estonia tells EUThe European Union should make social media platforms change instead of banning children from using the apps, Estonia'Monday, just over a w...08 Sep, 2026, 08.28 AM IST
- Government to ask Meta if US child safety defaults will extend to India as wellThe Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has been having regular meetings with Meta on technical measures since last ...08 Sep, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
- Pakistan's Punjab Assembly seeks ban on social media accounts for children under 16The Punjab Assembly has passed a resolution seeking a legal ban on social media for children under sixteen. This move addresses growing con...02 Sep, 2026, 01.50 PM IST
- New Zealand to introduce bill banning social media for children under 16New Zealand’s conservative coalition government will introduce legislation to ban children under 16 from using social media, with platforms...24 Aug, 2026, 01.11 PM IST
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