Meta's Instagram suffers a catastrophic global outage, leaving millions of users unable to access feeds, send messages, or refresh content. The widespread disruption sparks chaos and frustration across social media platforms.
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
Meta's Instagram experienced a major worldwide service disruption, leaving millions of users unable to access the platform and turning to rival social media to voice their complaints.
A Guardian journalist's firsthand account of a new NHS predictive health algorithm reveals startlingly accurate forecasts, raising urgent questions about the ethics of knowing our future ailments.
A revolutionary AI tool developed by UK researchers can now predict an individual's risk of developing cancer and a thousand other diseases up to two decades in advance, heralding a new era in preventative healthcare.
Shocking investigation reveals Instagram's algorithm actively connects paedophiles and facilitates illegal child content distribution, prompting urgent calls for regulation.
Amazon delivery drivers launch a groundbreaking legal battle against the tech giant, alleging its surveillance algorithm creates 'inhumane' working conditions and violates their rights.
Donald Trump celebrates a landmark deal for a US-owned TikTok, while Beijing raises serious concerns over the potential transfer of China's core algorithm technology, escalating US-China tech tensions.
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.
Shocking new research reveals Instagram's covert data collection practices, tracking user activity even when the app is closed. Discover the privacy implications for millions of UK users.
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).
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.
Groundbreaking NHS algorithm analyses smartphone data to identify cardiac risk factors up to six months before a heart attack occurs, revolutionising preventative healthcare.
DC Studios co-chief James Gunn has publicly debunked viral Instagram rumours claiming he is actively searching for a new actor to replace Henry Cavill as Superman in a rebooted 'Man of Steel'.
Google News has elevated The Independent to its prestigious tier of 'preferred' publishers, a significant move that will boost the outlet's visibility to millions of users and shape the digital news landscape.
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.
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.
A deep dive into how Netflix's powerful recommendation engine is fundamentally reshaping filmmaking, creating a homogenised landscape of predictable content that prioritises watchability over artistic risk.
Exclusive: Leaked documents reveal the Department for Transport was warned its algorithm for funding road schemes would disproportionately hit deprived areas and entrench inequality, but pressed ahead regardless.
Cornwall Council has implemented an AI algorithm to determine care funding for elderly and vulnerable residents, replacing human assessors in a move critics call 'dangerous and inhuman'.
Exclusive investigation reveals Instagram's algorithm actively promotes harmful eating disorder content to vulnerable teenagers, despite Meta's repeated safety pledges.
Instagram users express frustration as the platform's new algorithm prioritises Reels and ads, making it harder to see posts from friends and family.
Instagram is under fire for allegedly promoting adult content to users who haven't searched for it, raising concerns over child safety and platform accountability.
Instagram has introduced a game-changing update allowing users to repost Reels and photos directly to their own feeds. Learn how to make the most of this new feature.
Instagram users express frustration as the platform's latest algorithm update prioritises Reels and ads, making organic reach harder for creators and businesses.
Instagram has introduced a new feature that hides 'like' counts, aiming to reduce social media pressure. But critics argue it's not enough to tackle teen mental health issues.
From brunch tables to fitness blogs, avocados have become the ultimate social media star. Discover how this humble fruit became a cultural phenomenon.
Barcelona's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal faces backlash for an Instagram post following their La Liga win over Celta Vigo, sparking debate over player conduct.
Former Love Island favourites Yas and Jamie have sent fans into a frenzy after reuniting for a sun-soaked getaway. The couple, who split last year, sparked reconciliation rumours with their latest Instagram posts.
Australia enforces a groundbreaking ban on social media for under-16s, with TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook in the crosshairs. Discover how it’s being enforced and which platforms are exempt.