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Child Psychologist Demands Urgent Regulation of Social Media Platforms
Child and youth psychologist Kerstin Paschke is demanding immediate regulation of major social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram,…
German Government Acknowledges Media Plea Against AI Exploitation
The federal government responded cautiously to an appeal made by ARD, ZDF, and several media associations calling for…
Media Outcry Demands Protection Against AI Exploitation
Public broadcasting institutions like ARD and ZDF, alongside several media associations, have publicly called on politicians to establish…
Social Media Use Linked to Declining Student Academic Performance
A study conducted by the Institute of German Economy in Cologne (IW) suggests that the increasing use of…
Veteran News Anchor Calls for Strict Social Media Regulations
Veteran “Tagesthemen” moderator Ulrich Wickert has called for strict regulation of social networks, questioning their importance in his…
Left Party Finds Legal Hurdles to Blanket Social Media Ban for Young People
In the discussion about tightening social‑media rules, the Left sees significant barriers to a blanket ban on platforms…
LinkedIn Says Users Should Skip “AI Junk” as CEO Warns of Social Media AI Risks
LinkedIn’s chief, Ryan Roslansky, has warned about the pitfalls of AI‑generated content on social networks. “Just pressing a button…
AI Chatbots Heighten Risky Media Use Among German Youth in New Study
A study carried out by DAK‑Gesundheit and the University Hospital Hamburg‑Eppendorf and presented in Berlin on Tuesday shows…
Consumer Protection Advocates Question Rigid Age Limits in Social Media Ban Debate
Ramona Pop, the chairwoman of Germany’s Association of Consumer Centres, warned that a social‑media ban relying solely on rigid…
Digital Minister Urges Caution Before Youth Social Media Ban Despite Positive Australian Tests
Digital Minister Karsten Wildberger (CDU) cautioned against a quick ban on social‑media use for minors during a debate.…
German Federal Government Announces Campaign to Warn About Social Media Perils
Bundesfamilienministerin Karin Prien (CDU) announced that the federal government will launch a nationwide awareness campaign highlighting the dangers and…
Weselsky Calls for More Media Attention on GDL After 1.5 Years of Retirement
A year and a half after he stepped down, former GDL chief Claus Weselsky has expressed frustration with the…
Prien Welcomes Growing Debate on Social Media Age Limits in Germany
The German federal families minister, Karin Prien of the CDU, welcomed the widening debate on age limits for social…
Germany’s Justice Minister Urges Urgent Social Media Safeguards for Youth
Bundesjustizministerin Stefanie Hubig of the SPD welcomed the debate over age limits for social‑media use and called for stricter…
Reichinnek Fires on Social Media Ban for Youth, Warns of Rising Mental Health Crisis
Heidi Reichinnek, the chairwoman of The Left’s faction in the Bundestag, sharply criticized the federal government in the…
Former President Gauck Urges German Media to Spotlight Democracy’s Strengths, Not Just Flaws
Former German President Joachim Gauck addressed a gathering of quality‑media professionals at the Madsack‑Media Group, which includes the “Redaktionsnetzwerk…
Hate‑Aid Co‑CEO Demands European Staunchness on Social Media Rules After US Sanctions
Anna‑Lena von Hodenberg, the co‑chief executive of the anti‑hate‑speech organisation Hate‑Aid, says the sanctions imposed by the United States have…
Germany Social Media Use Hits 59 Percent Among Ages 16 to 74 in 2025
The use of social media in Germany has risen sharply over the past five years across all age…
Iranian State Media Confirm Ali Khamenei’s Death Hours After Trump Proclaims It
Within hours of President Donald Trump’s announcement, Iranian state‑controlled media reported that Ali Khamenei had died. State television referred…
Juso Leader Rejects Under‑14 Social Media Ban
Philipp Türmer, the chair of The Left (Juso), rejected proposals to ban social‑media platforms for users under 14. In…
SPD Fast‑Track Social Media Ban for Under‑14s in Bundestag After CDU’s Decision
Following the CDU party conference’s decision to prohibit social‑media use for children under 14, the SPD is pushing…
German Greens Demand Youth Forum on Social Media Regulation Amid Chancellor’s Child Ban Proposal
After German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) voiced a call to ban social‑media platforms for children, the deputy chair of…
Streeck Urges Tougher Social Media Measures to Shield Kids from Harmful Content
At the CDU federal convention, Hendrik Streeck, the federal commissioner for drugs and addiction, voiced his latest position on…
Daniel Günther demands swift Social Media ban for children under 16 in Schleswig-Holstein
Schleswig‑Holstein’s Minister‑President Daniel Günther (CDU) has called for an urgent ban on social‑media use by children and adolescents under…
Merz Pushes Social Media Ban for Minors Ahead Of Elections
Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) has voiced support for a social‑media ban for minors. “If 14‑year‑olds already spend five…
Streeck Skeptical of Wide Social Media Ban Questions Its Effectiveness
Hendrik Streeck, the German federal drug‑policy commissioner and a member of the Bundestag for the CDU, expressed doubts that…
CCC Rejects Age Verification as Teen Social Media Ban Sparks Debate
The Chaos Computer Club (CCC) has taken a clear stand against setting an age limit for using social‑media…
Bavarian Premier Soder Opposes Youth Social Media Ban Proposed by SPD and CDU
Bavarian Minister‑President and CSU leader has expressed opposition to a proposal from portions of the SPD and CDU…
CDU Leaders Demand Age Limit on Social Media Use
Ahead of this weekend’s CDU federal party convention in Stuttgart, politicians from both the federal level and several…
Young Union Leader Philipp Türmer Claims Kids’ Social Media Ban Unenforceable
Philipp Türmer, the Juso chair, remains skeptical amid the debate over a social‑media ban for children and youth.…
Heidi Reichinnek Criticizes SPD Social Media Restrictions for Children and Teens
Heidi Reichinnek, the chair of the Left Party’s parliamentary group, regards the SPD’s proposals to restrict social‑media usage for…
German Data Protection Advocate Specht‑Riemenschneider Opposes Blanket Ban on Social Media for Teens
The German Federal Data Protection Commissioner, Louisa Specht‑Riemenschneider, has spoken out against a blanket ban on social‑media use for…
German Teachers Union Warns Against Blanket Social Media Ban for Under‑14s
In the debate over a social‑media ban for children and youths under 14, the German Teachers’ Association cautioned…
Hubig Defends SPD’s Social Media Ban for Children Under 14
Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig defended the SPD position paper she co‑signed, which calls for a ban on social media…
Germany’s SPD Urges Social Media Ban for Under‑14s Backed by Vice Chancellor Klingbeil
Vice‑Chancellor and Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil has backed the demands of the SPD parliamentary group to ban social‑media use…
EU Vice President Eyes Social Media Ban for Youth Across Union
Vice‑President Henna Virkkunen, who heads the EU’s digital policy, said that the Commission will reach a decision by…
German Green Leader Ricarda Lang Considers Social Media Ban For Kids Under 14
Ricarda Lang, a Green Party politician, has said she is now open to banning social‑media use for children under…
AfD and Left Parties Reject Proposed Social Media Ban for Kids Under 16
AfD and the Left oppose a ban on social media for children and teenagers under 16-a measure that…
Amthor Raises Concerns Over Proposed Under‑16 Social Media Ban
Philipp Amthor, the state secretary in the Ministry for Digital Affairs, raised doubts about a proposed ban on…
SPD Opposes Age Restrictions on Social Media Calls for Platform Accountability
The Social Democratic Party (SPD) and the German Young Socialists (Jusos) have rejected outright bans on social‑media use…
Hong Kong Media Mogul Jimmy Lai Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison
A Hong Kong court has sentenced 78‑year‑old media entrepreneur Jimmy Lai to 20 years in prison. Lai had already been…
Union Politicians Push Age Limits on Social Media Use
Leading politicians from the Union parties say age limits for using social media are necessary. “Social media are…
German Authorities Warn of State-Sponsored Cyberattacks on Politics Military and Media
The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV) and the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI)…
German Intelligence Warns of State‑Backed Cyber Attacks on Politics, Military and Media
The German Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV) and the Federal Office for Information Security…
Child Protection Group Calls for Enforcement of Current Laws Over Social Media Ban for Under‑16s
Faced with the debate over a social‑media ban for users under 16, the German Children’s Protection Association is…
Traditional Election Posters Outshine Social Media in Party Visibility, New Survey Finds
Classic campaign posters still seem to be the most effective way for parties to be seen. A new…
German CDU Pushes for Stricter Rules on Child Influencers in Social Media
If adopted, the proposal would mean that any family or individual wishing to showcase a child’s online presence…
Youth Social Media Access Sparks Debate
A growing chorus within the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) is pushing for stricter regulations on social media platforms…
Party Leaders Urge Caution on Media Oversight
A growing debate within Germany’s Christian Democratic Union (CDU) is sparking concerns over potential government overreach into journalistic…
Söder’s Social Media Skills Praised
The Green Party’s Ricarda Lang has delivered a surprisingly complimentary assessment of Bavarian Minister-President Markus Söder’s social media…
Government Disputes Media Portrayal
The German government has voiced concerns regarding perceived misrepresentations in media coverage, alleging a growing disconnect between policy…
Bayern Backs Real Name Social Media Rule
The push for greater accountability online is intensifying in Germany, with both Bavarian officials and Berlin’s justice minister…
Teachers Union Fights Social Media Restrictions
The German Teachers’ Association President, Stefan Düll, has launched a sharp critique of the growing calls within both…
Teens Question Social Media Reliance
A growing unease regarding social media dependency is emerging among German youth, according to the 2025 Youth Digital…
Social Media Ban Gains German Support
A significant majority of Germans are now advocating for a blanket ban on social media usage for individuals…
Germans Favor Social Media Age Limit
A significant majority of German citizens are backing the introduction of a minimum age of 13 for using…
Social Media Ban Push Intensifies
The German government’s decision to delay a potential ban on social media access for individuals under 16, pending…
EU Demands Action Over US Media Visa Limits
European broadcasters and parliamentarians are mounting pressure on European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and High Representative…
Social Media Abuse Spurs SPD Support Plan
The Social Democratic Party (SPD) parliamentary group in the Bundestag is developing a new counseling program designed to…
Minister Transfers Media Firm Shares
The escalating scrutiny surrounding potential entanglements between governmental responsibilities and private business interests has prompted Culture Minister Wolfram…
Brandenburg Approves Media Overhaul
The eastern state of Brandenburg has become the final of Germany’s 16 Länder to formally approve the contentious…
Stegner Demands Answers on Weimer Media
The controversy surrounding Culture Minister Wolfram Weimer and his privately-founded media group, Weimer Media Group, is escalating, prompting…
Teen Social Media Ban Talks Open
The German federal family minister, Karin Prien of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), is signaling a shift in…
Comedian Urges Social Media Crackdown
German satirist Jan Böhmermann has ignited a fresh debate surrounding the regulation of social media platforms, arguing for…
Social Media Fuels Democratic Dialogue
A new study published by the Ifo Institute’s Econpol Forum highlights the increasingly significant role of social media…
Parents Exploiting Kids For Social Media Fame
A concerning trend is emerging within the burgeoning creator economy, with children increasingly exploited for parental social media…
Israel Demands Media Probe Over Hamas Links
The revelation that a ZDF-contracted engineer, killed in an Israeli strike, was allegedly a member of Hamas has…
Crafts Businesses Embrace Social Media
The increasing digital footprint of Germany’s vital craft sector reveals a complex interplay of adaptation, opportunity and potential…
Ministers Reject Social Media Age Limits
The debate surrounding age restrictions on social media platforms in Germany has intensified, with leading figures in government…
Social Media Ban For Kids Gains Traction
Concerns are growing regarding the impact of social media on young people, prompting a discussion about potential restrictions.…
Social Media Age Limit Under Review
The German government is establishing a panel of experts to examine the possibility of implementing a minimum age…
Social Media Ban For Teens Faces Resistance
The German Minister for Research, Dorothee Bär, has voiced concerns regarding proposals within the conservative Union faction suggesting…
Social Media Age Limit Debate Rises
German conservative parties, the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and Christian Social Union (CSU), are currently exploring potential restrictions…
Teens Struggle With Social Media Control
A recent study commissioned by the Vodafone Foundation and conducted by Infratest Dimap reveals a complex relationship between…
Merkel Exits Social Media
Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel has announced she will entirely forgo the use of social media platforms. In…
German Media Urge Merz to Oppose US Visa Changes
Leading German media organizations are urging the German government to intervene against proposed changes to U.S. visa regulations…
Youth Psychiatrists Back Social Media Age Limits
Germany’s leading association for child and adolescent psychiatry, psychomatics and psychotherapy (DGKJP) has expressed support for proposed age…
German Firms Dominate Social Media Presence
A significant majority of German businesses continue to maintain an active presence on social media, with recent data…
Child Welfare Group Opposes Social Media Age Limit
Child welfare organizations in Germany are voicing concerns regarding a proposed age restriction for social media platforms, put…
German Group Pushes For Mandatory Media Literacy In Schools
A leading German social association is advocating for mandatory media literacy education in all secondary schools, arguing that…
Klingbeil Disputes Klöckner’s Media Comparison
The leader of Germany’s Social Democratic Party (SPD), Lars Klingbeil, has expressed surprise at recent statements made by…
Prien Seeks Rules for Teens on Social Media
Germany is set to examine stricter regulations concerning the use of social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram,…
Youth Social Media Rules Under Review
Germany is preparing to examine stricter regulations for social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, with Federal Education…
Retailers Struggle With Social Media
A recent survey by the German IT industry association, Bitkom, reveals significant challenges faced by German retailers in…
Italian Media Giant to Acquire ProSiebenSat.1
The executive leadership of ProSiebenSat.1 has approved the acquisition by the Italian media conglomerate MFE, formerly known as…
Social Media Use Soars Past 2012 Levels
A recent study examining leisure habits and satisfaction among 3,000 German citizens aged 18 and over, conducted by…
Berlusconi Deal Threatens German Media Independence
A potential shift in ownership for German media giant ProSiebenSat.1 is prompting concerns regarding journalistic independence. Culture State…
Media Chief Urges Government Aid
A leading figure within the German media industry is calling on policymakers to provide substantive support for the…
Teen Social Media Ban Faces Debate
Concerns regarding the impact of social media on young people are prompting renewed calls for stricter regulations and…
Germany Targets “Red” Media Platform
The German government has announced measures targeting the online media platform “Red” which has been identified as having…
€1.5 Billion Deal Sets Stage for European Media Supremacy
RTL Group Announces Binding Agreement to Acquire Sky Deutschland The RTL Group, a leading European media and entertainment…
Majority of Germans Feel Overwhelmed by the Media and Lack Basic Online Skills
German Internet Users Feel Overwhelmed by Media, Lack Digital Literacy According to a recent survey conducted by the…
Politics and Media Under Fire as Climate Activist Luisa Neubauer Fights Back Against Propaganda and Disinformation
Environmental Activist Urges Truth and Action on Climate Change In the face of accusations of anti-business bias against…
Germany’s Youth Radicalized by Social Media
German authorities are sounding the alarm over a growing trend of right-wing radicalism among young people in the…
Mosque Sermons Reveal a Different Reality, But the Media Won’t Report It
New German Study Finds No Radical Content in Mosque Sermons, Highlights Positive Messages A recent study conducted by…
German Media Trust in Free Fall?
Media Trust in Germany Remains Stable, but Concerns Over Verbal Aggression and Biased Reporting on the Rise A…
Majority of Germans Want Social Media Ban for Minors Under 16, Poll Shows
A majority of Germans believe that access to social media should be prohibited for minors under the age…
Journalists’ Assoc. Demands Media Reform After AfD Extremist Labeling
The German Journalists’ Association (DJV) has called for consequences to be drawn from the classification of the Alternative…
Top 10 Exit Due to Hostile Media Environment
Germany’s ranking in the global press freedom list has fallen out of the top 10, according to the…
Minister’s Media Stake Raises Questions
Non-profit organization Lobbycontrol identifies conflict of interest between designated Minister of Culture Wolfram Weimer and his role as…