Internet safety6 days agoInstagram running ads promoting child sexual abuse material in India, BBC findsThe ads use terms including “rape” and “child video” and link to content on the messaging app Telegram. 6 days ago17 Jun 2026ChatGPT can be made to generate sexualised and violent images, researchers findResearchers say it is still possible to trick the AI chatbot into producing graphic content.17 Jun 202617 Jun 2026Mum grieving over son backs social media banJane Johnson's son took his own life and she claims use of social media affected his mental health.17 Jun 202616 Jun 2026When will social media ban start, and which apps will be affected?The measures will see apps including TikTok and Snapchat banned for UK teens early in 2027.16 Jun 202615 Jun 2026Social media ban - bold and blunt, but no silver bulletThe BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman on the big changes coming down the line for young people online.15 Jun 202615 Jun 2026Ex-teacher sceptical of under-16s social media banAs UK plans for under-16 social media ban, an expert warns teens may find loopholes. 15 Jun 202627 May 2026Porn company fined £600,000 by Ofcom over age check failingsOfcom said Youngtek Solutions Ltd did not have checks between July and September 2025, but has since brought in verification.27 May 202621 May 2026UK police bosses say unsafe social media platforms should be blocked for under-16sThe NCA and NPCC say children should be blocked from accessing sites which do not stop them seeing nudes or being contacted by strangers.21 May 202614 May 2026Bereaved mum claims PM 'ignoring' meeting requestA government spokesperson says the prime minister shares Roome's "determination" to improve safety.14 May 2026...
