Australia’s Attempt to Police Social Media Back Fires
The Australian government launched a portal for reporting online disinformation, but it backfired when users submitted political ads from the Labor Party, accusing them of being misleading. The portal was intended to combat fake news, but critics argued it could be used to censor political speech. The incident highlighted...
Underconsumption Core: Focusing on the Essential and the Meaningful
The article discusses the emerging trend of “underconsumption core,” which represents a shift towards minimalism among younger generations, particularly Gen Z. This trend promotes living with less and rejecting excessive consumerism, contrasting sharply with the prevalent buy-it-all mentality often seen on social media. According to the article, the underconsumption...