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Government urged to restrict 'toxic' social media algorithms

The Government has been urged to restrict “toxic” social media algorithms over potential harms being done to children. Taoiseach Micheal Martin said the European Commission was already investigating ...
BBC

TikTok algorithm warning after boy's aerosol death

A coroner has issued a warning about "toxic" social media algorithms after a schoolboy died copying an aerosol trend that went viral. Oliver, 12, was found unresponsive in his bed with empty aerosol ...
The Verge

UK details requirements to protect children from ‘toxic algorithms’

Platforms that expose minors to harmful online content like hate speech or pornography could face billions in fines. Platforms that expose minors to harmful online content like hate speech or ...
Irish Sun

Government urged to restrict ‘toxic’ social media algorithms that ‘spread hate’ as age verification to roll out in 2026

epa12572152 Irish Taoiseach Micheal Martin attends a press conference of the 44th Summit of the British-Irish Council (BIC) at the Vale Resort in Pontyclun, Wales, Britain, 5 December 2025. The ...
The Independent

Government urged to restrict ‘toxic’ social media algorithms

Holly Cairns said graphic, violent or racist videos are routinely shown on social media platforms (Liam McBurney/PA) (PA Wire) Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your ...