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Digital life
fromSlate Magazine
3 hours ago

A Trendy Way to Break Your Social Media Addiction Costs $59. I Found a Clever Dupe.

Foqos is a free app that helps users block distracting apps using NFC tags, offering a cost-effective alternative to physical devices like Brick.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
11 hours ago

Sam Altman, your millennial is showing

'We still get looksmaxxed on frontend a little but we IQmog hard now,' Altman posted, showcasing his attempt to engage with Gen Alpha slang.
Tech industry
#tiktok
Growth hacking
fromBustle
1 day ago

TikTok's "Doing Everything I Said I Would" Trend Will Inspire You To Finally Do The Thing

The 'doing everything I said I would' trend on TikTok inspires people to take action on their goals and dreams.
Digital life
fromBustle
2 days ago

The TikTok-ification Of Autism Language

Language from the neurodivergent community is increasingly adopted by a wider audience on TikTok.
Social media marketing
fromWWD
1 day ago

TikTok Tops Instagram as Beauty's Biggest Driver of Earned Media Value

TikTok surpassed Instagram in earned media value for beauty brands, driving $18.1 billion in 2025.
Social media marketing
fromPR Daily
5 days ago

Social media updates and new features to know this week - PR Daily

TikTok has received a security certification for its U.S. data protection systems, while also upgrading its ad creation tools with AI features.
Growth hacking
fromBustle
1 day ago

TikTok's "Doing Everything I Said I Would" Trend Will Inspire You To Finally Do The Thing

The 'doing everything I said I would' trend on TikTok inspires people to take action on their goals and dreams.
Digital life
fromBustle
2 days ago

The TikTok-ification Of Autism Language

Language from the neurodivergent community is increasingly adopted by a wider audience on TikTok.
Social media marketing
fromWWD
1 day ago

TikTok Tops Instagram as Beauty's Biggest Driver of Earned Media Value

TikTok surpassed Instagram in earned media value for beauty brands, driving $18.1 billion in 2025.
Social media marketing
fromPR Daily
5 days ago

Social media updates and new features to know this week - PR Daily

TikTok has received a security certification for its U.S. data protection systems, while also upgrading its ad creation tools with AI features.
#gen-z
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 hour ago

Kids Can Feel AI Hurting Them, They Have to Use It Anyway

Eighty percent of Gen Z believe AI will harm learning, yet confidence in using it has increased significantly over the past year.
fromFortune
1 day ago
Higher education

With entry-level jobs vanishing, Gen Z grads are ditching corporate America-piecing together careers with entrepreneurship, gig work and freelancing | Fortune

Careers
fromFortune
3 days ago

The Gen Z Pout and the Gen Z Stare are both a warning to Fortune 500 CEOs | Fortune

The 'Gen Z stare' reflects a cultural shift in workplace communication and expectations among younger employees.
Careers
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Facing AI and a tough job market, gen Z turns to entrepreneurship: I have to prove myself'

Gen Z faces significant challenges in the job market, with high unemployment rates and competition from AI impacting entry-level opportunities.
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 hour ago

Kids Can Feel AI Hurting Them, They Have to Use It Anyway

Eighty percent of Gen Z believe AI will harm learning, yet confidence in using it has increased significantly over the past year.
Psychology
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The psychic generation: why do a third of gen Z believe they have extrasensory perception?

30% of Gen Z believe they are psychic, attributing their experiences to heightened sensitivity rather than actual extrasensory perception.
Higher education
fromFortune
1 day ago

With entry-level jobs vanishing, Gen Z grads are ditching corporate America-piecing together careers with entrepreneurship, gig work and freelancing | Fortune

Gen Z graduates are increasingly pursuing unconventional employment paths due to a shrinking number of entry-level jobs in the AI age.
Careers
fromFortune
3 days ago

The Gen Z Pout and the Gen Z Stare are both a warning to Fortune 500 CEOs | Fortune

The 'Gen Z stare' reflects a cultural shift in workplace communication and expectations among younger employees.
Relationships
fromHuffPost
5 hours ago

This Is How To Hit On Someone, According To Boomers, Gen X, Millennials And Zoomers

Flirting is a fundamental human behavior essential for forming relationships and connections across generations.
Writing
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago

I Was Deeply Ashamed of My Eighth-Grade Photo. Then It Went Viral And Millions Of People Saw It.

A childhood photo went viral, revealing deep insecurities about a lazy eye and the journey to embrace self-acceptance through comedy.
Humor
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Why are we dragging apologies out of celebrities for the most innocuous things? | Elle Hunt

Celebrity backlash over personal opinions has intensified, leading to significant public outrage and consequences for actors like Timothee Chalamet and Jessie Buckley.
Podcast
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

How Short-Form Clips Took Over the Internet

Short video clips from long-form content have become the dominant unit of online media, surpassing traditional promotional roles.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
11 hours ago

The people who can't sit through a quiet evening without reaching for their phone aren't addicted to scrolling, they're avoiding the specific moment when the day's unprocessed thoughts arrive in the absence of distraction - Silicon Canals

People often reach for their phones not due to addiction, but to escape uncomfortable thoughts and feelings that arise in quiet moments.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Even without social media, phones have a subtle, damaging effect on our mental health | Devi Sridhar

Modern communication methods, especially digital, increase stress levels and lack the nuances of face-to-face interactions.
#generation-z
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Gen Z to the rescue! Zoomers are ditching doomscrolling and saving cinema

Generation Z is leading a cinema revival, with 2026 projected to be the best year for global box office since the pandemic.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Gen Z to the rescue! Zoomers are ditching doomscrolling and saving cinema

Generation Z is leading a cinema revival, with 2026 projected to be the best year for global box office since the pandemic.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Which countries are restricting children's social media access and how

Australia becomes the first country to ban social media access for children under 16, reflecting concerns over children's health and safety.
Higher education
fromFortune
3 days ago

The Gen Z stare meets the mysterious perfect homework assignment in the age of ChatGPT. Enter the oral exam | Fortune

Oral exams are being reintroduced in higher education to combat the impact of AI on student learning and critical thinking.
Marketing
fromInc
4 days ago

The 4 Rules Brands Must Follow to Win in a TikTok-First World

Execution on community, content, creative, and culture is essential for beauty brands to succeed in a fragmented market.
Media industry
fromAdExchanger
2 days ago

Streaming Platforms Are Embracing Vertical Video. But At This Point, Is It Worth It? | AdExchanger

Streaming services are adopting vertical video features to enhance content discovery, but currently lack advertising opportunities.
#instagram
Photography
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Instagram tests a new 'Instants' app for sharing disappearing photos | TechCrunch

Instagram is testing a new app called Instants for sharing disappearing photos that focus on real-life snapshots and casual connections.
Photography
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Instagram tests a new 'Instants' app for sharing disappearing photos | TechCrunch

Instagram is testing a new app called Instants for sharing disappearing photos that focus on real-life snapshots and casual connections.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Sex, Drugs, And Social Media Addiction - Above the Law

Social media addiction is recognized legally, with a jury finding it comparable to substance addiction, leading to support groups like Media Addicts Anonymous.
Parenting
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Family influencers make the lifestyle look good. But kids pay the price, new book says

Family influencer content often masks deeper dynamics and motivations behind seemingly innocent announcements.
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

How TikTok is driving American expats to Southeast Asia

"Life in America was pretty unfulfilling and pretty stressed out. Like most folks, just in a rat race."
US news
#social-media
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago
Digital life

Psychology says people who use social media but never post about themselves have separated the value of staying informed from the cost of participating in the performance - and that quiet withdrawal isn't disinterest or insecurity, it's one of the most deliberate digital choices a person can make in an era that treats visibility as currency - Silicon Canals

fromEngadget
1 week ago
Mental health

Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health

UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Social media executives deny platforms are inherently addictive to children

Executives from social media companies denied their platforms are addictive to children during a parliamentary hearing in Westminster.
Digital life
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Psychology says people who use social media but never post about themselves have separated the value of staying informed from the cost of participating in the performance - and that quiet withdrawal isn't disinterest or insecurity, it's one of the most deliberate digital choices a person can make in an era that treats visibility as currency - Silicon Canals

Many social media users prefer to observe rather than participate, valuing privacy and learning over broadcasting their thoughts.
Mental health
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health

Most teens report social media apps like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat do not harm their mental health, but some experience negative effects on sleep and productivity.
Marketing tech
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Adobe's new AI experiment can whip up a website custom designed for Gen Z

Adobe's Asset Amplify tool generates tailored marketing materials for specific audience segments, enhancing brand design with AI-driven personalization.
E-Commerce
fromWWD
4 days ago

Sneaker and Heel Emojis Are Fueling the Rise of 'Vibe Shopping'

Emojis are increasingly used in e-commerce searches, reflecting a shift towards more expressive and emotional shopping behaviors.
Education
fromKqed
1 day ago

These UC Berkeley Students Are Leading the Fight Against Phones | KQED

UC Berkeley students participated in a phone-free party to promote reduced screen time and enhance real-life interactions.
#memes
Humor
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

The silent power of memes

Memes significantly influence political discourse, shaping perceptions and opinions, particularly in the US since 2016.
Humor
fromWIRED
5 days ago

War Memes Are Turning Conflict Into Content

Memes have become a rapid means of expressing dark humor and political satire during conflicts, reflecting societal responses to fear and hardship.
Humor
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

The silent power of memes

Memes significantly influence political discourse, shaping perceptions and opinions, particularly in the US since 2016.
Humor
fromWIRED
5 days ago

War Memes Are Turning Conflict Into Content

Memes have become a rapid means of expressing dark humor and political satire during conflicts, reflecting societal responses to fear and hardship.
#ai
fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago
Social media marketing

A.I. Is Making Influencing Even Faker

A.I. enables users to create and monetize alternate identities on social media, reshaping influencer culture.
Mental health
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Meta will show parents the topics of their teens' AI conversations

Meta introduces features for parents to monitor teen interactions with AI on its platforms.
Marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

An element of exploitation': the world of TikTok child skincare influencers

Children as young as 13 are promoting skincare products, raising concerns about marketing ethics and the necessity of such products for their age group.
Relationships
fromBustle
5 days ago

TikTok's Viral "Rock & Star" Dating Theory Makes So Much Sense

The best relationships are formed between a rock and a star, providing balance and support.
Social media marketing
fromFortune
1 day ago

Most Australian teens admit the social media ban isn't working as they try to sidestep age verification blocks with face masks and their parents' IDs | Fortune

Teenagers in Australia are successfully circumventing social media bans through various methods, despite age restrictions implemented by the government.
Careers
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

Polished Personas Are Out - People Want Authenticity Instead

Great leadership requires clear communication, self-confidence, authenticity, and the ability to connect with diverse audiences.
Digital life
fromFortune
2 days ago

Gen Alpha can't write emails to grandma without ChatGPT. It's time for a 'Digital Harm Tax' | Fortune

A new incentive structure, the 'Digital Harm Tax', is proposed to address the negative impacts of technology on youth.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Are People Speaking Less in This Age of Online Communication?

"While putting a number to the loss, there is much about those lost conversations that these data cannot answer. Were they lost with friends, or family, or with strangers?"
Psychology
Digital life
fromThe Queen Zone
2 days ago

13 times Gen X nailed what the future would look like

Gen X navigates a complex future shaped by technology, blending analog and digital experiences while holding significant economic and political power.
fromEMARKETER
5 days ago

When kids want to watch their favorite creators, they go to YouTube

YouTube is the top platform for watching creators across every demographic of US children, according to a February report from Precisify.
Social media marketing
Digital life
fromFortune
1 week ago

Gen Z is 'Chinamaxxing'-and it's less a love letter to Beijing than an indictment of America | Fortune

American cultural dominance is being challenged by a rising trend of Gen Z embracing Chinese culture online.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
1 month ago

Young people want their news to be more fun, a new report says

Young adults prefer news that is entertaining and fun, contrasting with older adults who favor traditional news sources.
Digital life
fromFortune
1 week ago

Meet the millennial and Gen Z 'attention activists' who are trying desperately to unplug from their phones | Fortune

A movement is emerging among millennials and Gen Z to reduce screen time and promote real-life interactions over digital distractions.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Younger generations aren't just growing up online

For today's young people, online content isn't a backdrop to daily life-it is daily life. Streaming platforms, short-form video, and social media don't just entertain; they influence how young people see themselves, their health, and what behaviors are seen as normal or aspirational. Movies, television, and streaming content still have influence, but as the digital ecosystem expands, so does its power to shape choices-for better and for worse.
Public health
Women in technology
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Gen Z Men Want to Be "Obeyed" By Women

Gen Z men show more regressive attitudes toward gender equality than older generations, with over 30% believing women should obey husbands and 60% feeling burdened by supporting gender equality efforts.
#nostalgia
fromFortune
2 months ago
World news

Twenty-somethings discover nostalgia, throwing back to a carefree time before the 'dark days': 2016 | Fortune

fromFortune
2 months ago
World news

Twenty-somethings discover nostalgia, throwing back to a carefree time before the 'dark days': 2016 | Fortune

Digital life
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Taylor Lorenz's Screen Time Is Almost 17 Hours a Day

Taylor Lorenz embraces her digital lifestyle, finding value in her screen time for work and creativity despite concerns about excessive usage.
Psychology
fromThred Website
1 month ago

why the obsession with gen z + viral auramax just dropped

Gen Z attracts intense commercial and media focus due to their digital nativity, unique generational conditions, and projected high spending power by 2035.
Mental health
fromMail Online
1 month ago

The exact age Gen Z consider you 'old', revealed - are you past it?

Gen Z perceives old age beginning at 62, significantly younger than Boomers who believe it starts at 67, reflecting generational differences in aging perceptions.
#gen-z-social-media-behavior
Digital life
fromThe Independent
1 month ago

Gen Z turning their backs on social media except for this one app, survey finds

Gen Z uses TikTok daily but distrusts it, while increasingly abandoning other social media to pursue offline activities, fitness, hobbies, and real-world connections.
Digital life
fromThe Independent
1 month ago

Gen Z turning their backs on social media except for this one app, survey finds

Gen Z uses TikTok daily but distrusts it, while increasingly abandoning other social media to pursue offline activities, fitness, hobbies, and real-world connections.
Digital life
fromThe Independent
1 month ago

Gen Z turning their backs on social media except for this one app, survey finds

Gen Z uses TikTok daily but distrusts it, while increasingly abandoning other social media to pursue offline activities, fitness, hobbies, and real-world connections.
Digital life
fromThe Independent
1 month ago

Gen Z turning their backs on social media except for this one app, survey finds

Gen Z uses TikTok daily but distrusts it, while increasingly abandoning other social media to pursue offline activities, fitness, hobbies, and real-world connections.
Digital life
fromUSA TODAY
1 month ago

Gen Z pulling back from social media, except TikTok, survey finds

Gen Z is reducing social media engagement and posting while increasing 'lurking' behavior, yet remains heavily dependent on TikTok despite distrust of the platform.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Why is everyone so obsessed with gen Z?

Generation Z is the most studied generation due to their unique digital immersion from infancy, distinctive behaviors, and significant economic influence on employers and marketers seeking to understand and reach them.
Digital life
fromFortune
1 month ago

Gen Z is already nostalgic for TikTok - and the platform is only 6 years old | Fortune

Gen Z users nostalgic for early TikTok express declining loyalty as the platform becomes increasingly commercialized with ads, brands, influencers, and shopping features replacing raw, unfiltered content.
Digital life
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Gen Z is trying to log their way out of doomscrolling

Gen Z is tracking media consumption to combat doomscrolling and reclaim attention spans through intentional, mindful engagement with longer-form content.
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