Bipartisan pair of senators demand Instagram shut down new map feature
"This addition is a cause of particular concern for us when it comes to children and teens that are active on Instagram," the senators wrote.
Instagram rolls out maps, repost features to boost user experience
Instagram is rolling out new features. Here's what they are.
WhatsApp removes millions of scam-linked accounts
WhatsApp has removed 6.8 million accounts tied to global scam networks in the first half of the year.
YouTube to use AI to detect kids lying about their age
YouTube is testing new AI technology to estimate users’ ages and block under-18 viewers from accessing age-restricted content, part of a broader push to improve online safety for kids.
Legal expert explains why companies need 'love contracts' after viral CEO-HR romance scandal
Experts recommend 'love contracts' and clear disclosure policies to manage potential conflicts of interest.
Tea app fallout worsens as leaked selfies used in rating site, online map
The Tea app data breach has spiraled into online harassment, with leaked user photos reportedly used in a rating site and an unverified map. Experts say this wasn’t a hack—but a major security failure.
San Francisco chef implicated in viral TikTok video issues apology
Luke Sung, the former chef at Kis Cafe, shared his statement on the restaurant's Instagram account, though he has since been fired from his role.
Tea app, built for women's safety, suffers major data breach
Tea, an app designed to help women safely share information about men they date, has suffered a data breach.
‘Papa Jake’ Larson, D-Day veteran and TikTok star, dies at 102
D-Day survivor "Papa Jake" Larson shared his World War II memories with millions online.
Tinder launches new biometric face scan verification
Tinder rolled out the new security measure in California on Monday.
Judge blocks Georgia's social media age verification law, citing free speech
A federal judge has blocked a new Georgia law requiring age verification for social media accounts, saying she's concerned that the law restricts free speech.
YouTube raising minimum age for live streaming to 16
Starting July 22, YouTube will require users to be at least 16 years old to live stream on their own, tightening safety restrictions for teen creators.
WhatsApp to start showing ads: What to know
WhatsApp announced it will begin displaying ads in the app’s Updates tab as part of Meta’s effort to generate more revenue.
Khaby Lame, most-followed TikToker, headed home after ICE detainment: Reports
Khaby Lame was detained at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, Nevada, last week.
Food-dumping 'social media prankster' arrested on Long Island
The “social media prankster” who recorded himself dumping food on his head and leaving others to clean up the mess has been arrested in Long Island.
Breaking news in pajamas: Hood Anchor Ye's unique style captivates Atlanta audiences
Hood Anchor Ye, a social media personality with nearly 100,000 followers, is gaining attention in Atlanta.
Burger King awards scholarship to viral metro Atlanta grad
Burger King and its foundation awarded Mykale Baker a $10,000 scholarship, and also honored the customer’s daughter, Daizie Chavez, with a $10,000 scholarship for her college studies.
19-year-old TikTok star from Georgia loses battle with brain cancer
Anna Grace Phelan, a 19-year-old TikTok creator known for sharing her battle with brain cancer, died on May 23.
Social media use triples depression symptoms for pre-teens: Study
A new cohort study from JAMA Network Open found that social media use in early adolescence is linked to significantly increased depressive symptoms over time—tripling the odds of mental health struggles in pre-teens.
Viral 'McMigraine' remedy has some rushing to McDonald's for headache relief
Some McDonald's customers on TikTok claim that a certain food and drink combination from the fast-food restaurant can get rid of their migraines — though doctors are quick to share other headache remedies.