TikTok investigated over use of childrens' dataThe UK's data watchdog is investigating TikTok's use of children's data to protect young users' privacy and wellbeing.
Inside the TikTok documents: Stripping teens and boosting attractive' peopleTikTok's internal investigation revealed underage stripping on its platform, showing a troubling trend of exploitation.The app's algorithm has been manipulated to prioritize superficial beauty, negatively affecting users' self-esteem.
Data of four dead British teens may have been removed, says TikTokTikTok's data requested by grieving parents may have been deleted due to legal data protection requirements.
TikTok investigated over use of childrens' dataThe UK's data watchdog is investigating TikTok's use of children's data to protect young users' privacy and wellbeing.
Inside the TikTok documents: Stripping teens and boosting attractive' peopleTikTok's internal investigation revealed underage stripping on its platform, showing a troubling trend of exploitation.The app's algorithm has been manipulated to prioritize superficial beauty, negatively affecting users' self-esteem.
Data of four dead British teens may have been removed, says TikTokTikTok's data requested by grieving parents may have been deleted due to legal data protection requirements.
This Valentine's Day, don't fall for romance scams, Meta warnsRomance scams are prevalent, especially around Valentine's Day, leading Meta to advise users to be vigilant.
Meta warns users not to fall for romance scammers posing as celebrities or militaryMeta warns users about persistent romance scams on social media, emphasizing awareness as a key to prevention.
This Valentine's Day, don't fall for romance scams, Meta warnsRomance scams are prevalent, especially around Valentine's Day, leading Meta to advise users to be vigilant.
Meta warns users not to fall for romance scammers posing as celebrities or militaryMeta warns users about persistent romance scams on social media, emphasizing awareness as a key to prevention.
Instagram's Latest Change Is Supposed to Make Teens Safer. It's About to Create an Even Bigger ProblemMeta's new 'Teen Accounts' feature aims to protect young users, but it may inadvertently worsen the challenges of social media usage.
Meta has guidelines to protect against anti-trans content. GLAAD says the company is ignoring themGLAAD urges Meta to enforce policies against anti-transgender content and address failures in content moderation regarding misgendering.
Meta Ditches Fact-Checkers on Instagram and Facebook: Why Parents Should Be Concerned About Kids Facing MisinformationMeta's new community-driven moderation increases risks of misinformation, especially for children.
What are Instagram Teen Accounts? Here's what to know about the new accounts with tighter restrictionsMeta introduces Teen Accounts on Instagram to enhance safety features for users under 18, balancing autonomy with parental controls.
Instagram is about to offer a 'reset' button for your feedInstagram plans to introduce a "reset" feature to improve user feeds.The reset will help users unfollow unwanted accounts without losing data.Meta aims to create safer experiences for teenage users on Instagram.
Instagram is rolling out Teen Accounts by default. It's about time.Meta's new Teen Accounts feature emphasizes enhanced safety for users under 18 with stricter privacy and content settings.
Instagram's Latest Change Is Supposed to Make Teens Safer. It's About to Create an Even Bigger ProblemMeta's new 'Teen Accounts' feature aims to protect young users, but it may inadvertently worsen the challenges of social media usage.
Meta has guidelines to protect against anti-trans content. GLAAD says the company is ignoring themGLAAD urges Meta to enforce policies against anti-transgender content and address failures in content moderation regarding misgendering.
Meta Ditches Fact-Checkers on Instagram and Facebook: Why Parents Should Be Concerned About Kids Facing MisinformationMeta's new community-driven moderation increases risks of misinformation, especially for children.
What are Instagram Teen Accounts? Here's what to know about the new accounts with tighter restrictionsMeta introduces Teen Accounts on Instagram to enhance safety features for users under 18, balancing autonomy with parental controls.
Instagram is about to offer a 'reset' button for your feedInstagram plans to introduce a "reset" feature to improve user feeds.The reset will help users unfollow unwanted accounts without losing data.Meta aims to create safer experiences for teenage users on Instagram.
Instagram is rolling out Teen Accounts by default. It's about time.Meta's new Teen Accounts feature emphasizes enhanced safety for users under 18 with stricter privacy and content settings.
Will Meta's Revised Approach to Moderation Impact its Ad Business?X's reduction in content moderation has made it less safe for brands, leading to a decline in ad revenue by around 60%.
Telegram introduces third-party verification and new search filtersTelegram's new third-party account verification aims to enhance safety and authenticity on the platform by allowing verified public figures to verify others.
I've seen too much heartbreak -House must pass landmark Kids Online Safety ActThe Kids Online Safety Act aims to combat social media harms affecting children's mental health and safety.
Bills to Protect Kids on Social Media Pass: What Parents Need to Know - New York FamilyParents' concern over kids' social media led to NY passing two landmark bills for kids' social media safety - SAFE for Kids and Child Data Protection Act.
The Kids Online Safety Act's last standLegislative action against cyberbullying is essential, as demonstrated by Maurine Molak's advocacy after her son's tragic death.
Government to use Online Safety Act to toughen rules forcing social media firms to tackle revenge porn' UK politics livePeter Kyle advocates for pre-launch safety testing of social media products to prevent harm before release.
I've seen too much heartbreak -House must pass landmark Kids Online Safety ActThe Kids Online Safety Act aims to combat social media harms affecting children's mental health and safety.
Bills to Protect Kids on Social Media Pass: What Parents Need to Know - New York FamilyParents' concern over kids' social media led to NY passing two landmark bills for kids' social media safety - SAFE for Kids and Child Data Protection Act.
The Kids Online Safety Act's last standLegislative action against cyberbullying is essential, as demonstrated by Maurine Molak's advocacy after her son's tragic death.
Government to use Online Safety Act to toughen rules forcing social media firms to tackle revenge porn' UK politics livePeter Kyle advocates for pre-launch safety testing of social media products to prevent harm before release.
East Bay man arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting teenLaw enforcement effectively used technology to solve a sexual assault case involving minors.The suspect engaged in numerous inappropriate conversations and used fake identities to interact with victims.Potential for additional victims suggests a broader issue of child exploitation.
Snap says New Mexico intentionally friended alleged child predators, then blamed the companySnap claims New Mexico AG misrepresented its investigation while accusing the company of enabling child exploitation, contradicting evidence of the AG's own methods.
East Bay man arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting teenLaw enforcement effectively used technology to solve a sexual assault case involving minors.The suspect engaged in numerous inappropriate conversations and used fake identities to interact with victims.Potential for additional victims suggests a broader issue of child exploitation.
Snap says New Mexico intentionally friended alleged child predators, then blamed the companySnap claims New Mexico AG misrepresented its investigation while accusing the company of enabling child exploitation, contradicting evidence of the AG's own methods.
Instagram testing tool that removes all recommended postsInstagram introduces a 'reset' feature to allow users to remove all recommended content from their feeds, enhancing user control over their experience.
Wembley man, 42, raped two teenage girls after posing as teenager on SnapchatMan found guilty of raping two teenagers after posing as a teenage boy on Snapchat.
Meta Announces New Measures to Combat Sextortion ScammersMeta is enhancing protection against sextortion scams targeting users on Instagram and Facebook, particularly for teenagers.
Is "Sadfishing" Your Kid's Social Media Red Flag? A Therapist Offers AdviceSadfishing among teens can indicate underlying mental health issues, reflecting a need for parental awareness and intervention.
Social media fuels fentanyl crisis as drug dealers take to platforms to connect with minorsFentanyl overdoses are increasingly affecting minors, necessitating urgent awareness and preventive measures.The role of social media in facilitating access to fentanyl-laced drugs must be addressed.Tragic stories highlight the lethal consequences of counterfeit drugs on social media.
Los Angeles man charged with driving to Contra Costa to molest girl 14 timesA Los Angeles man faces serious charges for allegedly molesting a 13-year-old girl he met online.
YouTube Adds New Supervisory Tools for Teen UsersYouTube is introducing a Family Center hub for enhanced parental oversight of teens' activities on the platform.