AI Influencers: Social Media's New Digital Stars
Computer-generated personalities are amassing millions of followers and lucrative brand deals, raising questions about authenticity and the future of social media influencing.
Computer-generated personalities are amassing millions of followers and lucrative brand deals, raising questions about authenticity and the future of social media influencing.
Shocking investigation reveals TikTok's child safety failures as pornographic material remains readily available to under-13 accounts, sparking urgent calls for regulation.
Papua New Guinea considers imposing age restrictions on social media platforms, sparking fierce debate between child protection advocates and free speech campaigners.
Instagram experienced major technical issues leaving users unable to access feeds, post content, or send messages in widespread outage affecting thousands globally.
A decades-old mystery unravels as authorities discover the child buried in a Surrey cemetery never existed, exposing a web of deception that spanned generations.
British travellers are being cautioned about strict new social media rules that could see them denied entry to countries like Spain, Turkey, and Greece for posting inappropriate content.
Millions of Instagram users worldwide experienced service disruption as the platform suffered a major outage, leaving businesses and creators scrambling.
Australia launches landmark legal battle against TikTok and Instagram, accusing them of deliberately addicting children to their platforms while demanding billions in compensation for the mental health damage caused.
Elon Musk's X platform demands a pause on Australia's landmark law banning under-16s from social media, citing concerns over its 'lawfulness' and implementation, setting the stage for a major legal and policy clash.
The Australian government proposes a major expansion of its social media ban for minors, targeting platforms like Reddit, Twitch, Roblox, and Steam to create a safer online environment for children.
Shares in Donald Trump's Truth Social parent company surged by as much as 59% in their first day of trading, creating a massive paper fortune for the former president despite the platform's modest revenue.
Meta's Instagram suffered a major worldwide service disruption, leaving millions of users locked out and frustrated. Here's the full breakdown of the technical meltdown.
A critical loophole in Australia's new social media age verification law allows minors to easily access harmful content, including gambling and violent far-right material, by simply browsing without an account, experts warn.
Instagram is under fire after censoring a post by Italian plus-size model Natascia Maesi for 'violating nudity policies', sparking accusations of body-shaming and discriminatory algorithms. The incident has ignited a global conversation on digital censors
A patient at a UK hospital made an astonishing discovery from his window that sparked a massive social media frenzy and left medical staff in disbelief.
A devastating report reveals Britain's adult social care system is at breaking point, with chronic underfunding and staff shortages leaving vulnerable adults at risk. Experts warn of a 'deepening crisis' requiring urgent government action.
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's strategic move to create an alternative tech ecosystem for his supporters, challenging mainstream platforms and reshaping online conservative discourse.
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.
Former US President Donald Trump has unleashed an extraordinary 11-minute video, laying out his vision for a second term and taking aim at the Biden administration. The lengthy address, shared across his social media platforms, is being viewed as a key ma
New York City takes a landmark stance against tech giants, officially classifying social media as an environmental toxin for young people's mental health.
Shares in Donald Trump's Truth Social parent company, DJT, have nosedived, erasing billions from its market value and raising serious questions about its long-term viability.
A Daily Mail investigation exposes the dark underbelly of Facebook's local singles groups, revealing rampant sexual predation, fraudulent activity, and explicit content targeting vulnerable users seeking companionship.
An in-depth analysis reveals how Israel's tightly controlled media environment and sophisticated digital strategy create a starkly different reality for its citizens, challenging global diplomacy and the very nature of modern warfare.
A damning new report reveals how a powerful network of right-wing news outlets, led by figures like Steve Bannon and Charlie Kirk, is systematically eroding trust in mainstream journalism and democratic institutions across the United States.
California lawmakers advance a groundbreaking bill to mandate health warnings on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, aiming to combat the youth mental health crisis. A potential blueprint for the UK?
The Guardian's 2025 league table uncovers the best UK universities for Social Work degrees. Discover which institutions excel in teaching quality, graduate prospects, and student satisfaction in this crucial field.
Residents of East Hartford, Connecticut, are baffled by a series of sightings of squirrels with inexplicably bright red and blue fur. Authorities are investigating potential causes, from environmental factors to human interference.
Nepal's government, led by PM Khadga Prasad Oli, has imposed a nationwide ban on TikTok, citing its negative impact on 'social harmony' and family structures. The move follows regional concerns over the app's content.
YouTube has suspended prominent conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, dealing a significant blow to his influence and Donald Trump's Truth Social platform, which relied on his content for traction.
A groundbreaking new app, developed with UK government backing, is set to revolutionise child online safety. 'Shield' gives children and parents unprecedented control over social media feeds, muting harmful algorithms to protect young mental health from t