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25 million TikTok videos removed in Pakistan

Pakistan TikTok currently ranks highest for content violation worldwide

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TikTok has been banned four times between October 2020 to November 2021 by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA).

Pakistan explores social media ban for users under 16

Bill largely aimed at making online social media interactions safer for teens

The Pakistan Senate has introduced a new bill aimed at banning social media access for those under the age of 16. Picture for illustrative purposes.

Pant likes Mia Zelu posts. And she isn't even real!

Fans discussing the issue online involving Indian vice-captain goes viral

Rishabh Pant likes several Mia Zelu posts. And she isn't even real!

Instagram star held in Rs20m honey-trap case

Influencer accused of blackmailing Surat builder with explicit photos

Influencer Kirti Patel has been arrested after 10 months on the run in connection with a honey-trap case.

UAE influencers now need two licences to stay legal

Find out which licences you need to post paid content legally and avoid fines

UAE Media Law: 20 rules to avoid fines up to Dh1m

From respecting religion to avoiding fake news, the rules align media with UAE values

The UAE Media Council set 20 key standards for media to follow to avoid hefty fines.

What is ‘Dusting’ challenge? Teen’s fatal viral trend

Family raises awareness after daughter dies from inhalant abuse

Family warns of inhalant abuse after daughter's death from 'Dusting'

TikTok unveils new features for UAE users

UAE users get more control over their 'for you' feed with AI filters, topic management

TikTok has also launched a ‘smart keyword filter'.

Pakistan Embassy issues public notice on hefty fines

The Embassy urged Pakistanis in UAE to use social media, online platforms responsibly

Pakistan Embassy building in Abu Dhabi

Story of Pakistani Tiktoker Sana killed in Islamabad

Pakistan Interior Minister announced arrest of another tiktoker suspect within 20 hours

Pakistani social media star 17-year-old Sana Yousuf, was shot dead inside her home in Islamabad

Is livestreaming the future of entertainment?

Livestreaming also makes contributions to national budgets through VAT alone

The sector in the UAE is expected to grow from $1.9 billion to $3.4 billion by 2030.

UAE parents push for smartphones sans social media

Push for digital balance as distraction-free smartphones with fewer frills enter market

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