Ireland orders X, TikTok and Instagram to curb terrorist content

Regulator issues online safety ruling after finding weak processes leave networks ‘exposed to terrorist content’. Elon Musk’s X, TikTok and Meta’s Instagram have been ordered by Irish media ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

Gabriela is an undecided US voter. Here's the very different content TikTok and X showed her

How is the battle for votes unfolding over different social media feeds this US election?

Guardian quitting X, citing ‘disturbing content’

The Guardian announced Wednesday that it will no longer post its content under its official accounts on Elon Musk’s social media platform X. “We think that the benefits of being on X are now ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Newsom signs executive order to curb electricity costs for Californians

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Wednesday signed an executive order that aims to provide residents with some respite amid rising electricity prices. That anticipated relief would be achieved ...

Politics - The Hill - October 31

X Algorithm Feeds Users Political Content---Whether They Want It or Not

A WSJ experiment found that accounts supporting Trump and Harris dominate feeds of new X users who wanted cooking and crafts.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - October 29

Canada Sends Mixed Signals With TikTok Shutdown Order

The industry minister closed TikTok’s offices in Toronto and Vancouver over security concerns, but Canadians can still download and use the app.

World - The New York Times - 5 days ago

French news titles sue X over allegedly running their content without payment

Social media site accused of violating law that requires platforms to pay media when republishing articles. Several leading French newspapers have said they are suing the social media platform X, ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Australia to ban under-16s from social media – but can’t say how TikTok, Instagram and others will enforce it

Meta says it will comply if required, but the technology is not ready to enforce proposed age limit across up to 40 apps. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

French parents whose children took own lives sue TikTok over harmful content

Lawsuit alleges TikTok’s algorithm exposed teenagers to videos promoting suicide, self-harm and eating disorders. Seven French families have filed a lawsuit against TikTok, accusing the platform of ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

TikTok Canada Unit Ordered to Dissolve Operations on National-Security Concerns

Canada ordered the domestic unit of TikTok to dissolve its business operations in the country, while still allowing its citizens to continue using the app.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - November 6

Canada orders TikTok's Canadian business to be dissolved but won't block app

The Canadian government is ordering the dissolution of TikTok’s Canadian business after a national security review of the Chinese company behind the social media app but said it won’t block access

Tech - ABC News - November 6

Canada orders TikTok to close offices over ‘security risks’

Chinese-owned firm’s operation falls foul of official review, though Canadian users will be able to use video app as usual. Canada has ordered TikTok to shut down its operations in the country ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

Canada Orders TikTok’s Business to Close, But Won’t Block App

Following other countries’ lead, including the United States, the government cracks down on the video-sharing app over national security concerns.

Business - Inc. - November 7

Instagram-famous squirrel euthanised by authorities

New York authorities say Peanut the Squirrel bit a person while it was being confiscated this week.

Doris to captain Ireland in autumn internationals

Caelan Doris is named Ireland captain for next month's autumn series with Peter O'Mahony not yet back to full fitness.

Companies curb UK advertising spending ahead of the Budget

Marketing budgets fail to grow for the first time in 14 quarters, trade body finds

Business - Financial Times - October 16

How do the laws of war apply to terrorists?

A terrorist is an “outlaw” in the literal sense of that term. They are not protected by the ordinary rules of international law, because they don’t abide by these rules themselves.

Politics - The Hill - October 21

U.S. to Curb AI Investment in China Soon

Some technologies and financial commitments will be blocked, based on President Biden’s 2023 executive order to keep American expertise from helping the Chinese military.

Business - Inc. - October 22

At least 5 dead in 'terrorist attack' on aerospace facility in Turkey, officials say

Turkey's interior minister reported deaths and injuries after a "terrorist attack" at Turkish Aerospace Industries facilities in the capital Ankara on Wednesday.

Terrorist Attack Hits Major Defense Facility in Turkey

Several people were killed in a suspected terrorist attack at the Turkish Aerospace Industries’ headquarters near the country’s capital, according to Turkish authorities.

World - The Wall Street Journal - October 23

What We Know About the ‘Terrorist Attack’ in Turkey

After the assault on an aerospace complex in Ankara, Turkey struck sites of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party and its affiliates in Syria and Iraq.

World - The New York Times - October 25

The ‘X Factor’ in Trump’s victory was X and Musk

In some very real ways, the relationship between Musk and Trump became symbiotic.

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Instagram to block some screenshots to help prevent sextortion

Law enforcement have reported a rise in sextortion scams targeting teens across online platforms.

'Alarming' - creators hit back at Instagram lowering quality of less viewed videos

The revelation has sparked concern among some creators it may impact their reach on the platform.

How Four Posts on Instagram Destroyed Her Life

On Oct. 7, an Israeli college student opened her phone. What she did next landed her in prison.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 3

In Europe, Instagram Ads Are About to Get Less Personal

Meta Platforms, the Facebook and Instagram owner, faces pressure in Europe to ask before using data to target ads or train artificial intelligence.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - 2 days ago

How the N.F.L. Builds a Fan Base in Ireland

The league is trying to ensure that sponsors, media partners and enthusiasm are in place before committing to playing a game in the country.

Business - The New York Times - October 20

UK workers’ rights reforms to cost businesses £5bn a year

Government’s impact assessment finds companies will face bill for implementing new policies

Business - Financial Times - October 21

Searches in Ireland and Spain targeting crime gang

World - Yahoo News - October 23

Northern Ireland on track for £769mn budget overspend

Stormont executive expects little largesse from UK chancellor as it struggles to balance its books

World - Financial Times - October 28

Man missing at sea lands boat in Ireland

Chris Ellery's boat broke down in the Irish Sea, but he was able to make it to County Wicklow.

Ireland to Hold Snap General Election: What to Know

The Republic of Ireland will hold a general election on Nov. 29, after Prime Minister Simon Harris dissolved parliament on Friday.

World - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Devenny receives first Northern Ireland call-up

Crystal Palace midfielder Justin Devenny is called up to the Northern Ireland squad for the first time for the Nations League matches against Belarus and Luxembourg.

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