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Swatch appeals for calm as 'Royal Pop' watch fever spreads online

The Swiss watchmaker Swatch has been forced to shut several of its stores around the world as a frenzy spreads over its new pocket watch collection made in collaboration with luxury timepiece brand, Audemars Piguet.

Travel News

From dances to destinations: TikTok Go lets users book travel in-app

Launched initially for the US market, the new feature will allow TikTok users to discover and book hotels, attractions and tours directly within the platform.

Euronews Tech Talks

Under-16 social media ban: Experts and teen views |Euronews Tech Talks

Experts and teenagers are divided on the necessity to ban or not social media for users under 16. Euronews Tech Talks investigates.

Tech News

‘Slot machine’ social media: Is social media addictive by design?

Social media features such as infinite scroll and personalised feeds can drive compulsive use. Experts argue that Big Tech should change its business models for meaningful change.

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Europe News

EU may ban social media for children this summer, says von der Leyen

European Commission will present plans for an EU-wide social media ban for minors as early as this summer amid growing pressure from several member states to strengthen protections for children.

Europe Today

Parents take TikTok to court over claims it hooks teenagers

Sixteen French families have launched an unusual collective complaint against TikTok, accusing the platform of a systematic "abuse of weakness." According to Franceinfo, their lawyer describes the algorithm as "digital crack," designed to trap teenagers in mental prisons. Let's investigate.

Tech News

Europe’s youth activists push back against social media blanket bans

Youth activists across Europe are asking legislators to make platforms safer, to invest in digital literacy education and to enforce the laws already in place.

Health news

Could nicotine be good for you? Expert debunks influencer claims

Wellness influencers have been rebranding nicotine as a “natural” solution to improve focus and productivity - but experts warn this could lead to longer-term issues down the line.

Tech News

Meta seeks to overturn landmark social media addiction ruling

In March, a United States jury found Meta and Google negligent in thedesign of their platforms in a landmark ‘social media addictions’ trial.

Destinations

Travelling to Bosnia and Herzegovina? Here’s what you need to know

Bosnia and Herzegovina’s centuries-old heritage and a growing, creative hospitality scene are helping to establish the Balkan nation as one of Europe’s emerging travel destinations.

Europe News

Italy’s PM slams sexualised AI-generated images of herself

Doctored sexualised images of the prime minister have surfaced before, particularly last year on a pornographic website that included altered images of high-profile women.

Tech News

Holocaust denial entering Dutch schools via social media, survey says

Teachers who responded to a survey in the Netherlands say their students confront them with Holocaust-related disinformation they likely picked up on social media.

Earth News

Inside Europe’s struggle to set the record straight on wind power

Thousands of anti-wind social media posts have been analysed, as researchers warn that Europe’s energy security could be threatened.

Tech News

This Meta trial could reshape social media. Here's what to know

The landmark trial is entering its second phase, following an earlier jury verdict that already found Meta liable and imposed hundreds of millions of dollars in penalties.

Tech News

'Virtual rape': AI is silencing women in public life, UN report

More than 41% of women said they had self-censored on social media to avoid abuse, while 19% had pulled back from speaking out in a professional context.

Lifestyle

That's so Gen Z: One third of younger people believe they're psychic

Can you see into the future? If not, maybe you're just too old...

Euronews Tech Talks

Are there alternatives to mainstream social media? |Euronews Tech Talk

Privacy, political, and ethical concerns are pushing people to look for alternative social media platforms. What are the options? Are they the solution? Euronews Tech Talks tries to understand.

Tech News

EU says Meta fails to stop under 13s accessing Facebook and Instagram

One in ten children under the age of 13 is using Facebook or Instagram, EU regulators say.

Culture news

Letting it linger: Why Gen Z can't stop listening to The Cranberries

The Irish band's song 'Linger' has become one of the most popular sounds on TikTok, with younger generations increasingly drawn to the nostalgic sounds of 90s hits.

EU.XL

The EU's age-verification app: a long-awaited ‘technical fix’

Brussels says its age-verification app is ready, but critics argue the Commission is both too slow and focused on the wrong problem. The presentation has already sparked debate over its security and effectiveness.