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Greece has welcomed Australia’s pioneering initiative to restrict social media access for children under 16,…
Australia’s under-16 social media ban is taking effect as Meta begins shutting down teen accounts. Officials say the move will spark a global shift in how governments regulate Big Tech platforms.
Greek-Australian author Eleni Paneras reflects on a pre-social media childhood and supports Australia’s new law to delay social media access for kids under 16, effective December 2025. Part of the Let Them Be Kids campaign, this policy aims to protect young minds from addictive algorithms, giving them time to grow resilient before facing the digital world.
Instagram is introducing a new parental control system inspired by the PG-13 movie rating, giving parents greater oversight of how teenagers use the platform. Under the update, all users under 18 will automatically be placed in a “13+” category with stricter filters on explicit or harmful content. The changes will roll out in the US, UK, Australia, and Canada before reaching Greece and the rest of Europe early next year.
Greece will become the first European country to automatically block social media access for children under 15 starting this October, following Australia’s lead.
Bipartisan senators Marsha Blackburn and Richard Blumenthal urge Instagram to disable its new map feature, citing risks to children’s safety from real-time location sharing. They criticize Meta’s inadequate parental controls and profit-driven approach, demanding stronger protections for minors.
A controversial proposal under consideration by the European Union is raising alarms among digital privacy…
The European Commission has launched a privacy-focused age verification app to protect children from harmful online content, with Greece among the first EU countries to test it. The app aligns with the Digital Services Act and future digital identity systems, while Australia is also adopting similar measures.
In a chilling incident in Piraeus, Greece, a 14-year-old girl was lured via a social media app to a house where she was brutally gang-raped by four young men. The victim, found wandering the streets in shock, reported the assault to police, who arrested all four suspects. Forensic evidence confirmed her account, revealing bruises and traumatic injuries. The case has sparked outrage, raising urgent concerns about online safety for minors in Greece.
The European Union has launched a probe into major adult content platforms like Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX, and XVideos for failing to protect minors online. The European Commission cited violations of the 2023 Digital Services Act, including inadequate age-verification measures. Fines of up to 6% of global revenue loom as the EU prioritises a safer digital space for children.
Greek authorities warn of a Viber phone scam involving suspicious calls from international numbers like +48 and +3197. These phishing attempts aim to steal personal and financial data. Users are urged to avoid answering unknown calls, refrain from sharing sensitive information, and keep device security updated to stay safe.
A 13-year-old girl and her 15-year-old boyfriend in Greece have been arrested for allegedly plotting to kill the girl’s mother. The teens believed the mother was interfering in their relationship. The plot, involving rat poison and a knife, was uncovered when the mother found disturbing messages on her daughter’s social media.
The government has launched the “Digital Citizenship for Children” platform, an educational initiative designed to protect minors from internet addiction. Aimed at children aged 5 to 9, the program provides interactive and animated content to teach safe and responsible online behavior.
A Greek colonel has been arrested by the Electronic Crime Authority (ELAS) for possession of child pornography. Authorities discovered thousands of images and videos of child sexual abuse material on the colonel’s electronic devices following an international investigation.
Parco.gov.gr is a new government platform designed to help Greek parents safeguard their children online. Offering tools like time limits, content blocking, app monitoring, and location tracking, the platform provides detailed instructions to ensure safe and responsible internet use for minors.
The Greek government is expected to announce new measures today aimed at protecting minors on social media. The reforms, targeting users under 15, will include parental control tools, an age-verification system, and upcoming legislation in collaboration with tech companies.
A new report from cybersecurity firm Kaspersky reveals Greece as the most malware-exposed country in 2024, with 15 million Internet threats blocked. Rising cyber risks, including ransomware and Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) attacks, highlight the urgent need for stronger security measures for individuals and businesses alike.
Australia has enacted a controversial law that bans social media platforms from allowing users under 16, sparking debates over online safety and privacy. Major tech companies and child advocacy groups have raised concerns about the law’s potential to push young users to less regulated online spaces, while the government defends it as a necessary step to protect children.
Australia’s House of Representatives has passed a groundbreaking bill aimed at banning children under 16 from accessing social media platforms. With hefty fines for non-compliance, the legislation now heads to the Senate, sparking a wider debate on digital safety and privacy. Despite some criticism, proponents view the measure as a crucial step in protecting young users online.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced that the government will introduce legislation banning children under 16 from accessing social media platforms, citing concerns over mental health and online safety. The move follows widespread consultation and aims to protect young people from the harmful effects of platforms like Facebook and Instagram. While the ban will be enforced on social media companies, there are concerns about its effectiveness, particularly with tools like VPNs allowing users to bypass age restrictions.
Mark Bouris, a well-known Australian businessman, reveals his unsettling experience with a Twitter stalker who visited his home. Speaking out in support of Unplug24—a movement encouraging a social media break—Bouris highlights the importance of discussing boundaries and mental health, especially in light of the tragic loss of Wayne Holdsworth’s son, Mac.
Australians have been put on heightened alert after the nation’s terrorism threat level was raised from “possible” to “probable”. The government announced the decision today following a meeting of the national security committee.
Greek citizens can now easily report violations committed by digital platforms, thanks to a new…
