Teen enraged by TikTok ban sets fire to Wisconsin congressman's office
The 19-year-old has admitted to the crime
Meta could make billions from TikTok ban, but the app's future remains uncertain
In brief: News that TikTok could escape the US ban that will be introduced on Sunday has brought joy to the millions of people who use the app in the US. But it's unlikely that rival platforms, especially Meta, will be celebrating. It's estimated that Mark Zuckerberg's firm would bring in up to $3.38 billion from freed up ad revenue should TikTok disappear from app stores.
RedNote emerges as a TikTok alternative as US ban looms
As TikTok faces a possible US ban in the coming days, RedNote has appeared as a possible alternative, offering a similar interface with some improvements like mixed posts that combine video, photo, and text in a single post.
Telegram's pivot to a law-abiding platform: fulfilled requests of user data have skyrocketed
Arrest of CEO Pavel Durov has clearly had an impact on Telegram's modus operandi
Meta wants to fill its social platforms with AI-generated bots
Platform decay is coming to social media, and fast
Instagram invites creators to alter videos with new AI editing tools
Meta's social network is betting big on AI-fueled content, will users follow?
Viral TikTok videos falsely claim hackers can steal credit card data via AirDrop
Another conspiracy theory on TikTok
TikTok appeals to Supreme Court to delay US ban, CEO meets with Trump
"I have a warm spot in my heart for TikTok," said Trump
Teens abandon X and Facebook as TikTok and WhatsApp gain momentum, report
Half of all teens are online almost constantly, but traditional social media is losing its appeal
Australia bans under-16s from using social media – platforms criticize decision
Other countries have expressed interest in following suit
Elon Musk's X claims ownership of user accounts in InfoWars sale dispute with The Onion
Who owns your social media account? Not you, according to X
Roblox responds to safety concerns with new restrictions for under-13s
New guidelines limit social hangouts and unrated material from popular platform
Canada bans TikTok from operating in the country, but using the app is a personal choice
Canadian government orders TikTok to close offices over security concerns
Australia plans sweeping social media ban for children under 16
There will be no exemptions for parental consent
Instagram faces backlash for lowering quality of low-engagement videos
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The Zero Click Internet
The internet is undergoing the biggest change since its inception. It's huge. And there is no going back. The web is changing into the Zero Click Internet, and it will change everything.
Apple Intelligence shows potential for humor - and heartbreak - with personal text summaries
AI savagely summarizes a breakup text... and it was no hallucination
Wikipedia is under assault: rogue users keep posting AI generated nonsense
Open platform + Open access to AI = Open season for mischief makers
Roblox accused of inflating user numbers and being a pedophile paradise
Report claims Roblox is lying to investors about key metrics
LinkedIn warns: you are responsible for sharing inaccurate content created by our AI
The creator takes no responsibility for its creation
Meta showcases 'Movie Gen' to create short video from text prompts – no training, skills, or fancy equipment required
The new technology could be available via Instagram as early as next year
Tim Berners-Lee's Web Foundation shuts down, mission accomplished after 15 years
Forward-looking: After advocating for a free and open web for over 15 years, the Web Foundation is officially shutting its "virtual doors." According to the organization's co-founders, its mission has essentially been accomplished, and now it's time to focus on new initiatives to ensure the web remains safe and accessible in the future.
Telegram will provide authorities with IP addresses, phone numbers of suspects
The service is trying to change its reputation as a safe haven for criminals
YouTube gives parents enhanced tools to monitor teens' online activity
Mutual control based on a "trust, but verify" principle
Federal judge rules that social media platforms are not required to filter content for children
Online child safety remains a cause for concern