From Grok bans to safer digital spaces: Here are some of the biggest tech stories of 2026 so far

From Grok bans to safer digital spaces: Here are some of the biggest tech stories of 2026 so far

Now that we’re past the six-month mark for the year, it’s a good time to recap some of the biggest tech stories so far. On Jan 11, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) slapped a temporary ban on access to Grok, the AI-powered chatbot on X (formerly Twitter). This was due to Grok repeatedly…

‘They’ll just hack the system’: why Europeans doubt social media bans for kids will work.

‘They’ll just hack the system’: why Europeans doubt social media bans for kids will work.

Following Australia’s lead, several European nations are considering social media bans for minors. From viral trends to artificial intelligence (AI) slop, children’s worlds have become shaped by their digital experiences News.Az reports citing euronews.com But excessive screen time and the harmful consequences of social media have caused growing concern, with governments across the world seeking to…

Why Bans May Fail And India Should Use Platforms To Spread Knowledge Instead

Why Bans May Fail And India Should Use Platforms To Spread Knowledge Instead

Growing calls to regulate social media highlight need to promote credible content over restrictive measures | AI Generated Representational Image The debate over social media has entered a new phase. Karnataka’s Chief Minister, in his recent budget speech, announced restrictions on social media use for children under sixteen, citing digital addiction and psychological harm from…