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Digital leaflet "Social Media Information Bubble"
This informative leaflet explains how social media algorithms personalise users feed based on browsing history, reactions, and behaviour, filtering out alternative viewpoints. This creates an “information bubble” that narrows perspective, reduces critical thinking, and increases susceptibility to manipulation and misinformation.
To mitigate the bubble effect, the guide recommends:
Reels, shorts and stories
This poster explains how short videos like reels, shorts, and stories can affect our concentration. It highlights what these videos are, how they impact the brain and attention span, and offers tips for balance—like reducing screen time and doing offline activities. The message: “Balance is key!”
Online Safety and Media Regulation Act 2022
The Online Safety and Media Regulation (OSMR) Act 2022 amends the Broadcasting Act 2009 to provide for the establishment of Coimisiún na Meán amongst other things. The Act empowers the Online Safety Commissioner, as part of the wider Coimisiún na Meán, to hold designated online services to account through binding online safety codes.
(Source: Coimisiún na Meán).
Entities responsible for implementation: Government of Ireland.
Guidance on Influencer Advertising and Marketing
This guidance provides information on how to correctly label content that a user may produce or share on behalf of a brand on social media channels. It is intended to assist users to comply with consumer protection law and the Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland (ASAI) Code of Standards for Advertising and Marketing Communications. This guidance has been jointly developed by the CCPC and the ASAI.
(Souce: CCPC).
State Pact to protect minors on the Internet and social networks
Six civil society entities - the European Association for Digital Transition (AETD), Save The Children, ANAR Foundation, iCMedia, Dale Una Vuelta and Unicef - with the institutional support of the Spanish Data Protection Agency and the Attorney General's Office, have joined forces to agree on a proposal for a State Pact to address an increasingly pressing problem: the negative impact that, in certain circumstances, the use of the Internet and social networks can have on minors.
Internet Traffic School
Internet traffic School (Netumferðarskólinn) is a part of the government's action plan for cybersecurity and was initially funded by the Ministry of Higher Education, Industry and Innovation. Around 9,000 children aged 6-13 years, 2,000 parents and 800 teachers in 80 different schools all around the country have participated in the Internet Traffic School for the past 1.5 years.
Youth Internet Monitor 2025: Which social networks do young people in Austria use?
The Austrian Safer Internet Center inquires each year: Which social networks do young people in Austria use? Which platforms are trending, which get less important? Are there differences between girls and boys? The survey was conducted in October 2024. 405 young people between 11 and 17 years old were asked. The results were published with the Youth Internet Monitor (www.jugendinternetmonitor.at) in January 2025 and are representative of the younger generation of Austria.
"Fake it to make it" - web-based game about fake news and disinformation
The Portuguese Safer Internet Centre has adapted the virtual game “Fake it to make it” into Portuguese. The game is targeted at teenagers and focuses on the topic of fake news and disinformation.
This is a simulation game with a social impact, in which players take on the role of someone who profits from the creation and distribution of fake news. Through this experience, players learn how disinformation is created, spread and emotionally targeted, preparing them to be more sceptical of information they may encounter in the future.
Digital Services Act (DSA) campaign
Are you familiar with the Digital Services Act (DSA)?
The DSA was created by the European Union (EU) to ensure that:
- digital technologies and online platforms respect everyone's rights;
- we can trust the digital services we use;
- we are safe and protected, regardless of the type of digital service we use, with special attention to minors;
The PT SIC team developed a social media campaign to promote the DSA. Enclosed is the Facebook campaign.
Safe online social media and online gaming
This flyer creates awareness among parents and caretakers of children between 8 and 14 years old.
On the side of social media, tips are shared on the consequences of social media, AI, fake news and sharing of an unrealistic image.
On the side of gaming, tips are shared on the behavior during gaming, knowing who the children are gaming with, online purchases and how to look for help.
This flyer has been distributed online and offline in local police offices.
