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Australia's Social Media Minimum Age Act bans accounts for under-16s to protect youth from online harms. Starting December 10, 2025, YouTube will log out these users, limiting features like comments and personalization. Critics warn this may drive teens to unregulated platforms, potentially increasing risks.
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Reddit's CEO Steve Huffman announced the phase-out of the default feed r/popular, calling it inadequate, in favor of personalized content streams to boost engagement against rivals like TikTok. This strategic shift aligns with Reddit's post-IPO evolution, emphasizing user retention through tailored algorithms and data-driven recommendations.
AI regulation mirrors social media's past challenges, addressing risks like bias, misinformation, and privacy through global efforts such as the EU AI Act and U.S. state laws. Drawing lessons from scandals like Cambridge Analytica, stakeholders must balance innovation with ethical safeguards to prevent societal harms.
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Discord has launched a feature allowing users to buy and gift in-game items like cosmetics directly in chat, starting with Marvel Rivals. This integrates commerce into gaming communities, enhancing monetization without disrupting experiences. Amid IPO speculation, it positions Discord as a key player in social commerce.
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