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Greece Moves Toward Social Media Ban for Under-15s

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Greece is preparing to introduce a social media ban for children under 15, as concerns over addiction, cyberbullying and online safety intensify among parents and policymakers.

The expected measure, backed by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’s government, would align Greece with countries like Australia that have already implemented similar restrictions. While details on enforcement and timing remain unclear, an official announcement is anticipated soon.

Public support for the move appears strong. Surveys indicate that around 80% of respondents favor a ban, reflecting widespread concern over the impact of platforms such as Meta’s Instagram and TikTok on young users.

Data from Greece’s Safer Internet Centre shows a sharp rise in cyberbullying cases and online abuse, with helpline calls more than doubling in a year. Experts warn that a large proportion of children using social media are too young to manage associated risks effectively.

Despite support, some parents remain skeptical about enforcement, noting that children may find ways to bypass restrictions. Others argue that family-level controls could be more effective than government intervention.

The initiative reflects a broader global shift toward tighter regulation of social media access for minors, as governments respond to growing evidence of its impact on youth mental health and behavior.

Broadcom Names Alphabet Executive Amie Thuener as CFO

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Broadcom has appointed Amie Thuener as its next chief financial officer, effective June 12, replacing current CFO Kirsten Spears.

Thuener currently serves as vice president, corporate controller and chief accounting officer at Alphabet Inc.. She brings extensive experience in financial reporting, corporate governance and AI-related transactions, having also previously worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers.

Broadcom CEO Hock Tan highlighted Thuener’s background in managing complex global operations as a key factor in her appointment.

Outgoing CFO Kirsten Spears, who has held the role since 2020, will remain as an advisor for nine months to ensure a smooth transition. During her tenure, Broadcom completed major strategic moves, including the $69 billion acquisition of VMware.

Broadcom continues to expand its role in the artificial intelligence ecosystem, working with partners such as Google and OpenAI on custom chip development. The company recently projected its AI-related chip revenue could exceed $100 billion next year, driven by strong demand despite ongoing supply chain constraints.

NeurIPS Reverses Ban on Sanctioned Entities After China Backlash

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NeurIPS, one of the world’s leading artificial intelligence conferences, has reversed a controversial policy that would have banned research papers from entities under U.S. sanctions, following strong backlash from China.

The policy, initially introduced earlier in the week, aimed to expand restrictions beyond the U.S. Treasury’s sanctions list. It triggered immediate criticism, particularly from China Association for Science and Technology, which announced a boycott and halted funding support for members planning to attend the conference.

NeurIPS later stated that the broader restriction had been issued in error due to a miscommunication with its legal team. The organization clarified that submission limits would apply only to entities listed under the U.S. Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list, not all sanctioned organizations.

The conference issued a public apology, acknowledging the disruption caused within the global research community. The incident underscores growing tensions between the United States and China in the field of artificial intelligence, where academic collaboration is increasingly influenced by geopolitical factors.

NeurIPS remains a key global platform where researchers, companies and experts present peer-reviewed AI research and discuss technological advances each year.