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Brussels Insists X Pay €120 Million Fine, Despite Appeal

TEC News / AFP March 13, 2026

The era of unregulated paid-for verification may be coming to an end in Europe as X attempts to align its platform with the requirements of the Digital Services Act.

Albanian Court Rules TikTok Ban Violated Freedom of Expression

TEC News / AFP March 12, 2026

According to Albania’s PM Edi Rama, the TikTok prohibition was not rushed and was based on a survey in which 90% of parents supported the measure.

Ancient Greece, Gender Studies, and Social Media

Hélène de Lauzun March 7, 2026

A brief history of a controversy surrounding X and the obsessions of the academic Left.

Executive Defends YouTube in Social Media ‘Addiction’ Trial

TEC News / AFP February 24, 2026

A leading video platform’s senior representative testified that its features are specifically designed to protect the welfare of children using the service.

“Addictive” Meta Battles Child Protection Allegations in Court

TEC News / AFP February 19, 2026

In a high-stakes legal appearance, Zuckerberg expressed regret over Meta’s sluggishness on child safety issues—while simultaneously spreading blame to rivals Apple and Google.

Berlin Court Orders X to Hand Over Hungarian Election Data to EU-Backed NGOs

TEC News February 18, 2026

Forcing X, formerly Twitter, to release data for elections enables the EU-backed civil society groups to scrutinize sensitive information—prompting national sovereignty concerns.

Meta and YouTube Face Jury Following Claims of Childhood ‘Addiction’

TEC News / AFP February 10, 2026

For the first time, social media companies are on trial for harming children.

Spain to Ban Social Media for Children Under 16

TEC News February 3, 2026

PM Sánchez said new legislation aims to protect children from hate speech, pornographic content, and online disinformation.

“The real threat to democracy is coming from inside Europe”—MCC Brussels research fellow Norman Lewis

Javier Villamor February 3, 2026

“It is no longer just about controlling the narrative, but about ensuring electoral outcomes that are compatible with institutional interests.”

Czech President Eyes Criminal Complaint Against Foreign Minister

TEC News January 27, 2026

The Czech president has accused his foreign minister of possible blackmail over attempts to secure a ministerial appointment.

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