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ETtech Explainer: Decoding EU’s move to dismantle addictive technology for children
The proposed KIDS Act would set different access rules by age, bring AI companions and conversational chatbots under the bloc’s child-safety framework and require platforms to build safeguards into their services. The proposal comes as governments in several countries consider tighter restrictions on children’s access to social media and other online services.
Government to ask Meta if US child safety defaults will extend to India as well
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has been having regular meetings with Meta on technical measures since last month when Meta’s global executives were summoned to India over a host of issues, including the spread of child abuse content online.
ETtech Explainer | Meta’s $17.1 billion toll shifts focus from content to product design
Meta is now dealing with a substantial settlement in the United States in response to mounting child safety issues. This agreement is the result of claims regarding addictive design elements and the mental health implications for younger users. Countries around the world are tightening regulations on social media for minors, with India also contemplating age restrictions and scrutinising platform design.
Meta’s $17.1 billion settlement puts Instagram and Facebook on a digital bedtime
Meta has agreed to pay up to $17.1 billion to settle a multistate lawsuit alleging Facebook and Instagram were designed to hook children, while introducing stricter controls for U.S. teenagers, including screen-time limits, overnight restrictions, reduced notifications, stronger parental controls and non-personalised feeds, according to ToI correspondent Chidanand Rajghatta’s report.
EU accuses TikTok of 'addictive design,' seeks changes to protect users
The European Union has accused TikTok of breaching digital rules over “addictive design” features such as autoplay and infinite scroll. EU regulators said the app failed to properly assess risks to mental and physical health, including children. The European Commission said TikTok should change the basic design of its service, which the company denied.
Multinationals set up GCCs in India to bypass AI talent war: FT report
Multinational firms like McDonald's and Bupa are establishing global capability centers in India to tap into the nation's AI talent pool as demand drives salaries elsewhere. These centres handle tasks from monitoring equipment to customer recommendations.
Indian companies must up their game for tech-abled next-gen momentum diversification
Indian businesses are embracing 'momentum diversification' (MD), leveraging technology and customer trust to expand into unrelated sectors. This trend, fueled by a growing digital-native population, is redefining traditional brand extension strategies and creating unprecedented growth opportunities across industries.
Best Breast Pumps for Women in India for Convenient and Monitored Milk Supply (2024)
Are you looking for a high-quality breast pump? If so, then continue reading this article to learn about the best breast pumps for women in India. We have also ensured to put every required detail about the pumps in the article. This information will help you compare all of them with one another to find the one that fits you the best.
How entrepreneurs can leverage AI to maximise the value of their customer interactions
Sachin Dev Duggal's Builder.ai's ‘Natasha’ sounds like a game-changer in the realm of AI-powered product management tools. Its ability to leverage previous customer interactions to predict future queries and offer insights for handling them could significantly enhance the efficiency of sales and support teams. Moreover, the capability to engage in automated conversations with customers, providing tailored solutions and insights, sets it apart from traditional chatbots. This combination of predictive analytics and personalised customer interaction has the potential to revolutionise how businesses engage with their customers, driving better experiences and outcomes.
EU queries Meta about ad-free subscriptions, 'shadow-banning'
The EU on Friday used new regulatory powers to query Meta about ad-free subscriptions to Facebook and Instagram as well as claims some voices are suppressed online in a phenomenon known as "shadow banning". Brussels also demanded Meta "provide information related to the practice of so-called shadow banning and the launch of Threads", a spin-off of the Instagram photo app.
Windows 11 users can now uninstall Microsoft Edge, Bing & disable ads
The update also includes changes to the Widgets Board, enabling the removal of Microsoft News and ads feed.
From chargers to children's data: How the EU reined in big tech
Now the iPhone 15 is expected to have a USB-C charger, instead of Apple's usual Lightning charger, after the EU ordered manufacturers to adopt a common connection.
Microsoft's Bing, LinkedIn vows more ads transparency
Internet giants must now enforce the milestone EU's Digital Services Act (DSA), which demands they protect users online from harmful content and be more transparent about their algorithms.
Treat crypto as securities, CII tells govt; MapmyIndia IPO makes flying start
With the cryptocurrency bill expected to be introduced in the ongoing session of Parliament, various stakeholders have been urging the government not to ban these assets entirely.
Policies key to ride next tech innovation wave
India will need to overhaul its education system and significantly step up investments in moon shot projects that look at harnessing new technologies.
Snapdeal's private cloud Cirrus saves it Rs 500 crore in four years
One of Cirrus' objectives has been to understand consumer behaviour for Snapdeal and enable it to offer a personalised feed to each and every user.
Facebook says it is considering India for launching new product, Facebook News
Facebook refers to the new product as a ‘personalised’ destination for news within Facebook with users getting top headlines and stories for the day based on their interests.
Snapdeal partners with Dailyhunt to add news content on marketplace
The integration will provide news content related to politics, sports, business, art, technology and cinema in 14 Indian languages to include non-metro users.
Durga Pujo goes digital: Virtual window facilitates online pushpanjali, darshan for devotees
'MahaUtsav Online' will expand the horizon for virtual participation in Durga Puja festival.
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