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Instagram’s parent company Meta says it is introducing so-called ‘Teen Accounts’ that would automatically apply protections for underage users. (Photo by Carl Court/Getty Images)

Minister’s reaction to Meta’s big move

Meta has added stronger protections for underage users on its Instagram platform, but the government has said that won’t change its plan to crackdown on age restrictions.

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London, UK - July 30, 2018: The buttons of the photo app Instagram, surrounded by WhatsApp, Facebook, Messages and other apps on the screen of an iPhone. Picture: iStock

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‘Concerned with profits’: Instagram announcement slammed

Australian child safety advocates have blasted Instagram’s new measures for underage teens, warning it’s an attempt to “deflect” from the real issue.

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Radio host Jackie O has stirred controversy in an Instagram post from New York. Picture: Supplied

‘Oh honey’: Jackie O’s NY post slammed

Divisive radio host Jackie “O” Henderson has stirred controversy after an image was released from a recent trip to New York.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA : NewsWire Photos - SEPTEMBER 18 2024; Australian Federal Police are at the home of Jay Je Yoon Jung, an unassuming 32-year-old karaoke-loving technical dynamo who lives at home with his parents in Sydney. Police have again infiltrated a criminal platform and outsmarted organised crime with the Australian-based Yoon Jung charged with the creation of a secret app for criminals and violent enforcers. 700 AFP members executed 71 search warrants and provided support during two days of action across four Australian states and territories. This police activity has seen 38 people arrested and the global takedown of a dedicated encrypted communications network. Picture: NewsWire / Gaye Gerard

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Cops storm home of ‘computer geek’

The alleged mastermind behind an encrypted messaging platform allegedly used by the mafia is a 32-year-old “computer geek” who lives with his parents, police say.

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Expert’s warning on TikTok pregnancy claim

Sexual health experts have warned against a growing trend of birth control misinformation on TikTok.

Oprah Winfrey has been visiting shelters comforting fire survivors. Picture: Hawaii News Now

‘Disgusting’ Oprah conspiracy after Maui fires

Oprah has been spotted helping survivors of the devastating Maui fires — even as she’s targeted by a “disgusting” online conspiracy theory.

‘One thing’ that could stop Matildas

‘One thing’ that could stop Matildas

Experts have warned the Matildas’ newfound fame could be a hurdle heading into the World Cup semi-final, and urged players to do one thing.

The AFP, NSW Police and Queensland police will allege five foreign nationals flew into Australia to install ATM card skimmers and create fake bank cards.Â Picture: Contributed

Cops crack alleged bank card fraud plot

Five alleged members of an international crime syndicate have been charged over an alleged plot to defraud Australians using ATM skimmers and fake bank cards.

The bodybuilder livestreamed the murder of ex-wife on Instagram. Picture: @iron_bb24/Instagram

12,000 people watch execution on Instagram

A man livestreamed the brutal execution of his ex-wife on Instagram as 12,000 people watched before killing two other people.

Shoppers were seen queuing up ahead of Aldi's opening hours to get their hands on the latest kitchen essentials. Picture: Facebook.

‘Frenzy’: Wild lines amid Aldi’s latest sale

The latest Aldi special buys has driven shoppers into a “frenzy” as large lines formed ahead of stores opening.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 26: Paulina Porizkova attends the

Model ‘terrified’ after ‘expensive’ mistake

A former supermodel has taken to Instagram to reveal a “expensive mistake” she made that’s left her “terrified” to post again.

Inside mysterious ‘death’ of influencer Lil Tay

Inside mysterious ‘death’ of influencer Lil Tay

A cloud of controversy and tragedy surrounds 14-year-old influencer Lil Tay, whose reported “death” rocked the internet this week.

Samuel Walmsley, 20, was turned into a meme after he was jailed in relation to a wider “burglary and vehicle theft conspiracy” – including charges relating to drug importation, and burglary and vehicle theft rings – by Lancashire Police. Picture: X / Lancashire Police

Crim being humiliated by viral mugshot

Police have ‘savagely’ mocked a 20-year-old man who filmed and posted his criminal activity to Snapchat, exposing a local drug and burglary ring.

Westpac has issued a warning about scam texts.

‘Just hang up’: Big bank’s scam warning

A big Aussie bank has warned of a new text scam trying to rip off its customers and steal their personal details and cash.

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