Twitter says it is winning the war against harassment, but some are skeptical. What are Twitter's policies regarding online harassment and have they been effective?
Apps/Software July 21, 2017
Many Instagram users have been locked out of the platform, and their accounts seem deleted or disabled both to them and to others. Instagram says it's a bug and it's working to fix it as soon as possible.
Internet July 7, 2017
Facebook has kicked off a new pilot program in India to give users more control over who can access and use their profile photo. With guarded photos, the social network aims to prevent misuse.
Internet June 22, 2017
Twitter has redesigned its app again, adding a number of tweaks to make things easier, cleaner, and more convenient. Here's what's new.
Apps/Software June 15, 2017
The State Department has formally approved the Trump administration's proposal for tougher vetting that would cover one's social media presence as well. A new visa application questionnaire requires applicants to submit their social media handles from the past five years.
Business Tech June 2, 2017
Internet addiction can cause physical changes once you go offline, which usually include elevated heart rate and blood pressure. Researchers call it internet withdrawal, and it shows most people who spend too much time online are hooked to social media.
Public Health June 1, 2017
Instagram Stories just got another neat update with the latest version of the app, now making stories easier to find. The new Instagram version brings location and hashtag options, so here's how it all works and how to opt out.
Apps/Software May 24, 2017
Social networking is now a big part of kids’ lives, with tweens and teens turning to social media platforms for validation from their peers but leaving them exposed to the dangers of social media. What can parents do to protect them?
Healthy Living/Wellness May 23, 2017
Social media seems to dominate so much of people's lives today. A recent survey suggests that extensive use of social media may harm the mental and emotional well-being of users, particularly the younger crowd.
Apps/Software May 20, 2017
A new study highlights the dangers of social media and the negative impact it can have on young users. Among the popular social media apps, Instagram and Snapchat are the worst for youngsters' mental health, while YouTube is the most positive one.
Internet May 19, 2017
Back in 2011, Biz Stone left the company he co-founded to see if he could recapture that success in another project. Now, Stone is making his return to Twitter.
Business Tech May 16, 2017
An Austrian court just ordered Facebook to take down all posts deemed as hate speech, as well as all verbatim reposts. The ruling extends beyond Austrian borders, as it forces Facebook to remove hateful content worldwide.
Internet May 9, 2017
A recent report sparked serious questions regarding Facebook's ethics, revealing research to target emotionally vulnerable users. Facebook now admits to the research, but says it never targeted users based on their emotional state.
Internet May 2, 2017
When you run more, chances are high that your friends will run more, too. A new global study revealed that running is socially contagious and can influence your peers in a social network.
Healthy Living/Wellness April 20, 2017
Facebook has announced new changes to clean up its network and crack down on fake accounts. The company already killed 30,000 spam profiles in France ahead of the elections, but it's a never-ending struggle.
Internet April 16, 2017
An investigation is now underway after a social media prank that resulted in the suicide and death of an 11-year-old boy. Tysen Benz’s death leaves a dark mark on social media companies' suicide prevention efforts.
Internet April 9, 2017
Facebook announces a new educational tool teaching users how to spot false news and help stop the spread of misinformation. Here are 10 tips from the popular social media platform.
Internet April 7, 2017
Twitter has introduced a faster and lighter version of its service. It can be accessed via mobile web browsers even with slow networks.
Apps/Software April 6, 2017
Facebook rolled out its new Snapchat-like feature Stories on March 28. Anonymous snoopers better be careful because this feature displays the people who viewed posts.
Internet April 3, 2017
Twitter is reportedly considering a paid subscription service for an improved Tweetdeck, targeting power users. The premium tool, as described in a released survey, will make it easier for public figures and companies to manage their accounts.
Business Tech March 24, 2017
People in the United States have been engaging in less sex than a quarter century ago, according to a new study. What could be possible factors affecting the frequency of sex among Americans?
Healthy Living/Wellness March 8, 2017
Twitch has now officially unveiled Pulse, its own social platform for the gaming bunch. It will work much like social media sites today, and it’s scheduled for a full rollout in the coming weeks.
Video Games March 7, 2017
Facebook and Twitter announced the adoption of bold moves to foster a healthier social media experience. What could this mean for their users' well being?
Healthy Living/Wellness March 5, 2017
Social media is more stressful than people think. A recent survey shows that social media addiction and mental health issues are connected and affect most Americans.
Healthy Living/Wellness February 24, 2017
Instagram users can now post up to10 photos or videos at once. Here’s how to use and view the new album-like feature.
Apps/Software February 22, 2017
Taken Mate is a new app that serves as a private investigator for users to make sure other are honest.
Apps/Software February 22, 2017
The talent discovery app Clapit found that 7 percent of millennials are willing to breakup to be single and famous.
Life & Style February 14, 2017
A new app dubbed Peanut has been developed exclusively for mothers. Peanut is a social networking app that uses machine learning and looks to connect moms sharing similar interests and thoughts.
Apps/Software February 10, 2017
Twitter announced a new update on safety, designed to further crack down on online abuse. Three new changes are in tow, aiming to stop the creation of new abusive accounts, collapse abusive or low-quality tweets, and put forward safer search results.
Internet February 8, 2017
Recent research says our genes have something to do with how much we spend time on the internet, whether on social media platforms, chat forums, or gaming sites.
Healthy Living/Wellness January 24, 2017
Mark Zuckerberg is committed to changing his image from an intense hoodie-wearing billionaire to a more mature and charismatic titan of industry -- all with the help of his Facebook PR team, of course.
Business Tech January 21, 2017
LinkedIn launched its new website with the goal of simplifying user experience and encouraging users to share ideas and engage in conversations. The company stated that everything has been built from the ground up.
Internet January 20, 2017
New research suggests that one in five children aged 12 to 15 wake up during the night to check social media, which makes them more prone to feeling constantly tired. A case of fear of missing out?
Healthy Living/Wellness January 18, 2017
New research suggests that one in five children aged 12 to 15 wake up during the night to check social media, which makes them more prone to feeling constantly tired. A case of fear of missing out?
Healthy Living/Wellness January 18, 2017
Republican Congressman Mike Pompeo, Trump's pick as CIA Director, attended his confirmation hearing and defended his views on privacy rights and the use of social media during intelligence investigations.
Security January 13, 2017
New research shows that taking breaks from Facebook could positively influence people's well-being. The study found a deterministic causality between not spending time on the social networking website for an entire week and feeling better, both affectively and cognitively.
Healthy Living/Wellness December 25, 2016
The most popular TV shows on social media for 2016 have been announced. The winners include ‘Pretty Little Liars,’ ‘Walking Dead,’ ‘Teen Wolf,’ and new show ‘Shadowhunters.’
Phones/Tablets/Mobile Tech December 21, 2016
Facebook is going to roll out new features that will help weed out fake news with the help of third-party news agencies. Conservatives, however, are worried that the news outlets that have been tapped to help will be biased.
Internet December 17, 2016
Instagram announced that from last June's 500 million users, the number jumped to 600 million this month or only in a span of six months. Some say copying Snapchat features like video sharing helped the social media platform gain more clients this year.
Apps/Software December 16, 2016
Twitter finally extended the ranked conversations system to its iOS and Android mobile apps as well, as it promised last year. Moreover, the microblogging platform has also added Direct Message Counts to see the total number of replies at a glance.
Internet November 30, 2016
Facebook has reportedly been working on a censorship tool to seep through the Great Firewall of China. The purported tool would hide any Facebook posts that could violate China's censorship rules, but would that be a viable solution?
Internet November 23, 2016
Stanford researchers found that most students are unable to spot fake news in the internet. Their report revealed an inability to verify legitimate sources driving the failure to identify the differences between hoax, misleading content, sponsored ads and factual content.
Internet November 22, 2016
Real-world tests appear to show that removing Facebook and Facebook Messenger will give the battery of Android devices a significant boost. There is no word yet addressing the cause of this issue.
Apps/Software November 21, 2016
Twitter has been cracking down on racist trolls and online abuse, and as a result, a number of alt-right accounts are suspended. Prominent alt-right leader Richard Spencer, whom Twitter also blocked, calls it "corporate Stalinism" with "execution squads across the alt-right."
Internet November 17, 2016
Users will now be able to send and receive messages in Facebook, Instagram and Messenger platforms from a single app. It is expected to roll out next week but only to Facebook's business users.
Apps/Software November 16, 2016
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