LEMON BLOG

WhatsApp is introducing a new feature aimed at younger users, and it is clearly designed with one goal in mind: giving pre-teens a more controlled way to communicate while allowing parents to stay involved in how the account is used. The new system, called parent-managed accounts, creates a version of WhatsApp that focuses on the basics of messaging and calling, while removing several features that may be less suitable for younger children.

Australia is gearing up for one of the world's toughest child-safety policies on social media, and the effects are already being felt. With a nationwide ban on users under 16 set to take effect on 10 December 2025, Meta has kicked off a sweeping cleanup across Facebook, Instagram, and Threads—removing accounts belonging to younger teens before the law officially lands.

X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, is rolling out a new feature designed to make it easier for users to understand who they're interacting with. Called "About This Account," the update adds a layer of transparency by displaying additional background details on user profiles. The idea is simple: the more information people have about an account's history, the easier it becomes to spot suspicious behaviour or potential bots.

Malaysia is preparing for a major shift in how young people access the online world. Beginning in 2026, anyone below the age of 16 will no longer be allowed to create social media accounts, marking one of the country's strictest digital safety measures to date.

A growing wave of online misogyny is driving many young women to abandon or avoid social media platforms altogether, according to a new report by Amnesty International UK. The findings highlight the alarming impact of what the organization calls a "toxic 'bro' culture" that's increasingly shaping digital spaces—especially for Gen Z users.