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The PSD will submit a bill proposing age verification at social media account creation to enforce a ban on under-13s and restrict access for under-16s. The measure, described as sensible and largely inevitable in an editorial, aims to protect children and reduce pressures such as the pursuit of likes, though it raises practical enforcement and privacy concerns about verification methods.
João Cotrim de Figueiredo’s campaign, which had been gaining momentum, suffered a serious setback after a strategic misstep on second-round strategy and the resurfacing of a harassment allegation on social media. By not ruling out support for Ventura, Cotrim exposed himself to attacks and fractured the narrative of steady progress; the harassment allegation — reportedly known within Iniciativa Liberal for two years — compounded the damage and prompted him to decry ‘low‑level’ and ‘dirty’ politics. The episode shifted the campaign’s focus onto Cotrim personally, energised opponents and risked undoing recent gains as rivals consolidated backing ahead of a possible second round.
Investigation reveals influencers are advertising the sale of unregulated performance-enhancing peptides across social media platforms in Portugal.
The association warns about the dangers of influencer marketing and moves forward with reports to the authorities.
The association also contests the possibility of Meta accessing their content for free for commercial purposes
The montage was published on X on January 20th, leading the Government to announce a complaint against the author two days later, accusing him of disseminating false content with 'high public reach'.
Over half of the promotional posts analysed by #Pub on social media were not properly disclosed. To combat the lack of transparency in influencer marketing, the non-profit project has launched a platform that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to detect potential violations on Instagram and TikTok, alert influencers, and facilitate reporting.
The woman who became famous for crashing a concert by singer Bluay was taken to the Almirante Reis police station in Lisbon.
Australia was the first country to impose such a ban on those under 16, but France and Indonesia have followed suit.
“Where are the 300 feminists who filed the complaint?”, the influencer questioned.
Numeiro wrote on X that women use abortion as a contraceptive and was the target of complaints, including one from the Commission for Citizenship and Gender Equality. The prosecutor considered the statement controversial but protected by freedom of speech, and therefore archived the case.
Brazilian influencers who move to Portugal to continue promoting betting sites will face penalties. The warning comes from President Lula, who banned such betting last week. Lula stated in an interview with TV Band that he will not allow influencers to circumvent the ban by broadcasting from abroad and plans to introduce legislation to prohibit such promotion outside the country. The announcement has triggered reactions from influencers, including Rico Melquiades, who recently announced plans to move to Portugal. Meanwhile, the Brazilian government has set a deadline of October 5 for bettors to withdraw funds from platforms before they are taken offline.
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The CM team was approached to advertise illegal games and fake documents were sent to simulate winnings. Jorge, 48, a recovering gambler, opens up about his life and tells all.
The European Law for the Protection of Children Online establishes a gradual approach to minors' access to digital services.
The proposal will propose a new enforcement structure similar to existing laws'.
We forced manufacturers of toys and electrical equipment to incorporate safety into the product itself. In the digital ecosystem, the principle should be exactly the same.
During the period analysed, social media accounted for 90.4% of the identified cases, with 34 influencers promoting 41 different brands. APAJO calls for regulatory intervention.
The Portuguese Bar Association highlights the increasing prevalence of sexist language and rhetoric, particularly within online social platforms.
Last year, more than 20 million children across 21 countries were victims of online sexual abuse.
The internet has brought significant advancements, but it has also blurred the lines between freedom and anarchy, particularly on platforms like Discord. In Brazil, the Attorney General's Office has filed a public civil action seeking R$ 500 million in damages and stricter safety measures following reports of severe abuse and a tragic suicide case. Meanwhile, in Portugal, the platform made headlines after a judicial clerk was arrested for leaking sensitive, protected legal information. While the debate over regulation intensifies—partly influenced by political figures like Janja—the consensus remains that regulation is necessary to protect vulnerable users, though it must be distinguished from the radical bans seen in autocratic regimes.
The fines and regulations imposed on Meta, owner of Facebook and Instagram, could be decisive
The US has fined Meta 18 billion dollars over minors' addiction to social media. Europe has already brought the company to the table and opened an investigation. It states that the “ball is in Meta's court” regarding compliance with legislation. Fines could reach up to 6% of annual turnover.
Bernardo Caldas, an expert in Artificial Intelligence, analyses the agreement Meta signed following accusations from 29 US states, which forces the company to pay 14 billion euros and make changes to its application rules regarding young people.
A jury will decide whether attorneys general have proven their thesis that Meta designed its applications to “addict users.” Meanwhile, the tech company's lawyer said they disagree with the accusations.
A historic trial has begun in California accusing the owner of Instagram of deliberately addicting young people. At stake are colossal fines and the very design of the platforms.
