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Roblox Tightens Age Checks After Predator Scandal

Roblox, the online gaming platform widely used by children, announced this week that it will expand its age estimation technology to all users and adopt standardized age ratings for games and apps. The move comes as the company faces mounting scrutiny over predator grooming scandals and lawsuits alleging it has failed to protect minors.

Satanic, Neo-Nazi Child Exploitation Ring Busted by FBI

FBI Director Kash Patel announced the arrest of two leaders of an international child exploitation ring tied to a satanic, neo-Nazi extremist group. The arrests mark a major development in the agency’s crackdown on violent online child abuse networks.

Report: Microsoft Executives Linked to Online Censorship Initiatives

A recent report by the Foundation for Freedom Online reveals that Microsoft has actively funded and partnered with initiatives aimed at controlling online content.

Trump Pardons Silk Road Founder Ross Ulbricht, Fulfills Campaign Pledge

President Donald Trump has granted a full and unconditional pardon to Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road online marketplace. The pardon fulfills a campaign promise Trump made in May 2024 at the Libertarian Party’s National Convention, where he vowed to commute Ulbricht’s sentence to time served.

Trump Administration Scrubs Biden’s Office of Gun Violence Prevention

The White House website for the Office of Gun Violence Prevention, established during former President Joe Biden's term, has been removed under President Donald Trump’s administration. The absence of the office from the site has led many to believe it has been disbanded entirely.

Arizona ‘TikToker’ Indicted For Spraying Pesticides on Grocery Products

A man who was caught spraying pesticide on grocery items at a big-box store in Arizona's East Valley has been formally indicted on multiple charges. According to the Maricopa County Attorney's Office, 27-year-old Charles Smith, who has been described as a TikToker, turned himself in to authorities on December 21.

Indiana Lawmakers Propose Bill Restricting TikTok Access to Children Under 16

Less than 12 hours after TikTok was temporarily banned in the U.S., the app was restored, crediting former President Donald Trump for its return. However, in Indiana, proposed legislation could once again restrict access to popular social media platforms for thousands of children.

Capital One Faces Backlash After ‘Technical Issue’ Forces Users Out of Bank Services

Capital One is facing backlash after a “technical issue” disrupted some customers’ access to their funds online.

Los Angeles Wildfires: Death Toll Rises to 27, Dozens Still Missing

The deadly wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles County have claimed the lives of 27 people, with at least 31 others still unaccounted for.

Duolingo Sees Surge in Mandarin Learners Amid Potential TikTok Ban

As the U.S. debates a potential federal ban on TikTok, Duolingo has reported a dramatic rise in Mandarin Chinese learners.

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