Instagram's Algorithm Promotes Child Abuse Networks
Shocking investigation reveals Instagram's algorithm actively connects paedophiles and facilitates illegal child content distribution, prompting urgent calls for regulation.
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Florida Bans TikTok for Children Under 14
Florida enacts one of America's strictest social media laws, prohibiting children under 14 from using platforms like TikTok and Instagram, mandating age verification, and allowing account deletion.
Facebook Revives Iconic Poke Button In Nostalgia Move
The once-forgotten Facebook Poke feature is making a surprise comeback. Discover why Meta is reviving this nostalgic tool and what it signals about the future of digital communication.
Global Instagram Outage Locks Users Out of Accounts
Instagram experienced a widespread global outage, leaving thousands of users unable to access the app, refresh feeds, or send messages. The disruption, confirmed by Meta, sparked a flood of complaints and memes across other social platforms.
Instagram Suffers Major Global Outage, Users Flock to X
Meta's Instagram suffered a major worldwide service disruption, leaving millions of users locked out and venting their frustrations on rival platform X (formerly Twitter).
Southampton bans all weekend holiday rentals
The exclusive New York beach enclave of Southampton has enacted a radical ban on all short-term weekend rentals, a dramatic move to reclaim neighbourhoods from disruptive tourists and preserve its dwindling year-round community.
eSafety Commissioner Demands Social Media Giants Shield Kids
Australia's eSafety Commissioner issues a formal directive to major tech platforms, including X and Meta, to immediately implement measures protecting children from graphic viral shooting footage.
Charlie Kirk's Young Conservatives Hit with Social Media Ban
Turning Point USA's Charlie Kirk confronts a major social media ban for his youth-focused network, igniting a fierce debate over free speech, political targeting, and the power of Big Tech in the US.
Meta faces UK billion-pound lawsuit over kids' Instagram data
Instagram owner Meta is being sued for billions by UK children in a landmark case alleging illegal collection and exploitation of minors' personal data without proper consent.
Instagram Tests 'Blend': AI-Powered Private Reels For Friends
Meta launches 'Blend', a new Instagram feature that uses AI to create a personalised Reels feed exclusively for you and a friend, sparking conversations about privacy and digital wellbeing.
Nepal bans social media after deadly protests kill five
Nepal's government has enforced a stringent ban on major social media platforms, including Facebook and TikTok, following violent protests that resulted in multiple fatalities. The move raises urgent questions about digital rights and state control in the
Zuckerberg Sues Meta in Stunning Boardroom Betrayal
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg files a bombshell lawsuit against his own company's board, alleging a catastrophic failure in data security and a 'fundamental breach of fiduciary duty' that threatens the future of Facebook and Instagram.
Nepal bans X, WhatsApp, and YouTube in social media crackdown
Nepal's government has enacted a drastic ban on 26 social media platforms, including global giants X, WhatsApp, and YouTube, citing national security and social harmony concerns. The move sparks immediate debate over digital rights and freedom of expressi
Instagram makes teen accounts private by default in safety push
Meta announces major Instagram safety overhaul, making accounts private by default for under-18s and restricting contact from suspicious adults in landmark child protection move.
AI Weight Loss Scam Ads Target BBC Stars on Facebook
Exclusive investigation reveals how AI-generated fake ads, featuring cloned voices of BBC stars like Sophie Raworth and Huw Edwards, are promoting a dangerous weight loss scam. Meta is accused of ignoring takedown requests, leaving victims out of pocket.
New York declares social media public health hazard
New York City officially classifies social media as an environmental toxin, launching a bold public health offensive against tech companies to protect adolescent mental wellbeing.
How Social Media Giants Exploit Your Pregnancy Data
An explosive investigation reveals how tech platforms harvest and monetise intimate pregnancy data, targeting vulnerable users with relentless personalised ads and content.
Meta Retires Facebook's Iconic Poke Feature
Meta has officially removed the iconic but long-dormant 'Poke' feature from Facebook, finally retiring a defining symbol of the platform's early, quirky social experiments.
Instagram's Global Outage: Service Restored After Disruption
Meta's Instagram suffered a major worldwide outage, locking users out of their accounts and causing widespread disruption. Here's what happened and how the platform responded.
Zuckerberg Personally Sued Over Child Safety on Meta Platforms
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is personally named in a major lawsuit filed by the state of Indiana, accusing the tech giant of designing addictive features that harm young users' mental health.
Instagram Suffers Major Global Outage, Locks Users Out
Instagram users worldwide faced login failures and app crashes in a major outage, with the platform acknowledging the issue hours after reports began flooding in. The disruption caused widespread frustration and a surge in complaints across other social m
Instagram's New AI 'Blend' Creates a Private Reels Feed for Two
Meta launches a groundbreaking AI-curated feature on Instagram, creating a personalised Reels feed exclusively for you and your closest friends, aiming to boost private sharing.
Australia's Social Media Age Verify Trial Finds 'Inevitable' Flaws
A landmark Australian trial of age-assurance technology for social media access has reported significant accuracy issues, casting doubt on the feasibility of a blanket ban for under-16s. The findings highlight a critical tension between online safety and
Global Instagram outage leaves millions locked out
Meta's Instagram platform experienced a severe global outage, leaving millions of users unable to access their accounts, post content, or send messages in one of the platform's most significant technical failures this year.
Meloni Sues Meta Over Deepfake Video on Facebook
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni launches a landmark lawsuit against Meta, demanding €2 million in damages after a deepfake pornographic video of her went viral on Facebook. The case centres on the platform's alleged failure to remove the content pro
Instagram introduces major safety features for UK teenagers
Meta unveils major Instagram safety overhaul for UK teens, including default private accounts, stricter messaging controls, and enhanced parental supervision tools to combat online risks.
Nick Clegg's Silicon Valley Culture Shock at Meta
Exclusive insight into Sir Nick Clegg's turbulent transition from Deputy PM to Meta's president. Discover the culture shocks, power struggles, and internal conflicts at the heart of Silicon Valley's most powerful tech giant.
Instagram Promotes Eating Disorder Content to Teens
Exclusive investigation reveals Instagram's algorithm actively promotes harmful eating disorder content to vulnerable teenagers, despite Meta's repeated safety pledges.
Shopper banned for life from Aldi and TK Maxx over boots
A UK shopper tells of her shock after being handed a lifetime ban from Aldi and TK Maxx for a bizarre misunderstanding over a pair of boots. The incident has sparked debate over retail security protocols.
Meta sued over Instagram 'paedophile network' allegations
Meta, the parent company of Instagram, is being sued by a group of parents in a high court case alleging the platform's algorithms knowingly connected and promoted a 'paedophile network', leading to the sexual exploitation of children.
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