Snapchat1 day agoThings can't go on like this with online safety, Starmer tells tech bossesIt comes as the government continues to consult on whether to ban under-16s from social media in the UK.1 day ago2 days agoSnapchat owner cuts 1,000 jobs as says AI will reduce repetitive workThe Snapchat owner is laying off around 16% of staff and withdrawn hundreds of open job roles.2 days ago12 Mar 2026Social media firms asked to toughen up age checks for under-13sInstagram, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube and Roblox are among the platforms UK regulators say aren't putting children's safety at the heart of their products.12 Mar 20264 Mar 2026Remote work, offices shut: Tech giants scramble to respond as Iran war escalatesThe region has been positioning itself as an AI hub, following billions of dollars in investment by tech giants.4 Mar 202626 Feb 2026Parents told to check phones for 'school war' postsPolice say they are carrying out reassurance patrols amid posts encouraging violence between schools.26 Feb 202627 Jan 2026TikTok settles just before social media addiction trial to beginDefendants include Meta, which owns Instagram and Facebook, and YouTube parent Google.27 Jan 202623 Jan 2026Australia has banned social media for kids under 16. How does it work?The world-first law aims to reduce the risks children face online.23 Jan 202621 Jan 2026Snap settles social media addiction lawsuit ahead of trialTikTok, YouTube and Meta remain defendants in the case, which is due to kick off next week.21 Jan 202612 Jan 2026Man jailed after grooming children on SnapchatIan Della-Rocca was caught when a person he was sexting turned out to be a police officer.12 Jan 2026...
