Meta's Opposition to Malaysia’s Social Media Licensing Requirements: A Challenge for Digital Governance
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has taken a firm stance against Malaysia’s forthcoming social media licensing regulations. These rules, set to come into effect on January 1, 2025, will require social media platforms with over eight…
New UK Regulations Enhance Safety for Social Media Platforms
In a significant shift for digital safety, the UK is poised to implement new regulations that will elevate the standards for social media platforms starting this December. As technology companies brace for these changes, they must not only understand what…
EU Questions YouTube, TikTok, and Snapchat Over Algorithms
The European Commission is taking significant steps to assess the implications of algorithms used by major social media platforms, particularly YouTube, TikTok, and Snapchat. In recent communications, the EU requested detailed information on how these platforms recommend content to their…
Russia Orders Discord to Remove Nearly 1,000 Posts Violating National Laws
In recent developments, Russia has mandated Discord, the popular communication platform, to delete nearly 1,000 posts that are classified as illegal under national regulations. This directive comes from Roskomnadzor, the country’s communications regulator, which has zeroed in on content that…
