Last Updated:March 06, 2026, 13:22 IST As part of the state’s Rs 4.48 lakh crore 2026‑27 budget, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announced a proposal to ban social media use by children under the age of 16 Government sources had already signalled in recent weeks that Karnataka was preparing a broader digital safety policy for children, consulting experts from…
By Zakir Hussain Rangwala In today’s digital world, children are growing up with smartphones, tablets, online games, and social media. The internet helps them learn, explore creativity, and stay connected with friends. However, along with these benefits, there are serious risks. Cyberbullying, online predators, gaming addiction, harmful content, identity theft, and screen dependency are rising…
Experts warn blanket ban could destroy online anonymity, creating a massive surveillance infrastructure and centralising sensitive data that is highly vulnerable to breaches …
Greece has joined a coalition of European nations pushing for unified legislation to ban or strictly limit social media access for children under 15, Digital Governance Minister Dimitris Papastergiou announced. In an interview with state broadcaster ERT, Mr. Papastergiou confirmed Athens is coordinating with France, Spain, and Denmark to combat the mental health risks posed…
Under-16 social media bans are picking up steam across Europe. Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis was the latest leader to praise a ban, saying that the experts he’s spoken to have said that social media is “terribly harmful to children.” The Czech government is seriously considering a ban this year, according to Deputy Prime Minister…
Games Workshop has announced an AI ban in its workplace. The tabletop studio known for the iconic Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer Age of Sigmar has stated that none of its staff are to use AI in either content or design, insisting that senior management aren’t excited about the technology. Games Workshop’s AI Ban Announcement In…
