Supreme Court weighs protecting big tech with liability shield for dangerous content
A lawsuit against YouTube from the family of an American college student who was killed by Islamic State gunmen in Paris in 2015 is at the center of a closely watched Supreme Court case being argued Tuesday.
A lawsuit against YouTube from the family of an American college student who was killed by Islamic State gunmen in Paris in 2015 is at the center of a closely watched Supreme Court case being argued Tuesday.
Meta Verified: Facebook, Instagram testing paid service for verified accounts
Previously, Meta’s blue badges were free and reserved for notable public figures or businesses.
Previously, Meta’s blue badges were free and reserved for notable public figures or businesses.
TikTok challenge resulting in stolen cars, fatalities forces Hyundai, Kia to roll out anti-theft software
The updates are free for millions of vehicles that are missing a key anti-theft device, an issue that was exploited on social media and led to rampant theft of the cars.
The updates are free for millions of vehicles that are missing a key anti-theft device, an issue that was exploited on social media and led to rampant theft of the cars.
Ohio lawmakers propose law requiring parental consent for kids under 16 to use social media
Republican Gov. Mike DeWine's proposal names YouTube, Facebook and Instagram, but it would apply broadly, to any online website, service, product or feature that requires consumer consent to register. It would not apply to “e-commerce” or “online shopping.”
Republican Gov. Mike DeWine's proposal names YouTube, Facebook and Instagram, but it would apply broadly, to any online website, service, product or feature that requires consumer consent to register. It would not apply to “e-commerce” or “online shopping.”
Struggling Santa Rosa restaurant gets boost after heartfelt video from owners' daughter goes viral on TikTok
Feeling sad and troubled about the financial struggles her parents were enduring, the daughter of longtime Santa Rosa restaurant owners turned to social media for help. And the overwhelming reaction and reach were more than what the Lee family could have ever expected.
Feeling sad and troubled about the financial struggles her parents were enduring, the daughter of longtime Santa Rosa restaurant owners turned to social media for help. And the overwhelming reaction and reach were more than what the Lee family could have ever expected.
Twitter changes could disrupt extreme weather alert tweets for millions
The NWS is aware of possible Twitter disruption but said the public should always have multiple means for receiving weather information and alerts.
The NWS is aware of possible Twitter disruption but said the public should always have multiple means for receiving weather information and alerts.
'Tweet limit': Twitter scrambles as many unable to post
Many Twitter users have found themselves unable to tweet, follow accounts or access their direct messages as the Elon Musk-owned platform experienced a slew of widespread technical problems.
Many Twitter users have found themselves unable to tweet, follow accounts or access their direct messages as the Elon Musk-owned platform experienced a slew of widespread technical problems.
#Instagramdown, #Twitterdown: Users having issues with Instagram, Twitter
Have no worries, if your Instagram account is having issues, it's nothing to do with your account. The app is just down...again.
Have no worries, if your Instagram account is having issues, it's nothing to do with your account. The app is just down...again.
AP fact check: Egg shortage breeds chicken-feed conspiracies
Amid high egg prices, some social media users are claiming that common chicken feed products are preventing their own hens from laying eggs. But poultry experts say there’s no evidence for such claims.
Amid high egg prices, some social media users are claiming that common chicken feed products are preventing their own hens from laying eggs. But poultry experts say there’s no evidence for such claims.
Elon Musk cleared of wrongdoing in trial over 2018 Tesla tweet
Elon Musk has been cleared of any wrongdoing on claims he defrauded Tesla investors.
Elon Musk has been cleared of any wrongdoing on claims he defrauded Tesla investors.
13 is too young to join social media, US surgeon general says
Many social media giants including Meta and Twitter currently allow 13-year-olds to join their platforms. Users found to be under the age of 13 would be in violation of the rules. However, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy says it?s a ?disservice? to children.
Many social media giants including Meta and Twitter currently allow 13-year-olds to join their platforms. Users found to be under the age of 13 would be in violation of the rules. However, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy says it?s a ?disservice? to children.
13 is too young to join social media, US surgeon general says
In a CNN interview, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that kids are still “developing their identity” at this age.
In a CNN interview, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that kids are still “developing their identity” at this age.
TikTok CEO to testify before Congress on app's privacy, data security
The head of TikTok was called to testify on Capitol Hill in a surprise announcement on Monday amid serious allegations about data mining by the Chinese social media app.
The head of TikTok was called to testify on Capitol Hill in a surprise announcement on Monday amid serious allegations about data mining by the Chinese social media app.
TikTok trend: What is dermaplaning?
TikTokers are loving dermaplaning and online they're referring to it as #faceshaving and it's gained more than half a billion views. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson talks with Renew Body Contouring and MedSpa about what dermaplaning is and how you can be safe with your face.
TikTokers are loving dermaplaning and online they're referring to it as #faceshaving and it's gained more than half a billion views. FOX 26's Melissa Wilson talks with Renew Body Contouring and MedSpa about what dermaplaning is and how you can be safe with your face.
Meta: Trump to be reinstated on Facebook, Instagram after 2-year ban
Facebook parent Meta says it will restore former President Donald Trump’s personal account in the coming weeks, ending a two-year suspension it imposed in the wake of the Jan. 6 insurrection.
Facebook parent Meta says it will restore former President Donald Trump’s personal account in the coming weeks, ending a two-year suspension it imposed in the wake of the Jan. 6 insurrection.
Will TikTok be banned in the US? Here’s why and why not
Even though more states are banning TikTok from government phones, there are many reasons why trying to ban it in the U.S. will be a lot harder than you might think.
Even though more states are banning TikTok from government phones, there are many reasons why trying to ban it in the U.S. will be a lot harder than you might think.
TikTok trend leads to diabetes medication shortages
A medication critical to some diabetics is in short supply because of its popularity on TikTok but it’s being used for a totally different purpose.
A medication critical to some diabetics is in short supply because of its popularity on TikTok but it’s being used for a totally different purpose.
Study: Children who habitually check social media may experience major brain changes
Researchers said habitual social media checking in teens is impacting their brain development at a time when they're already going through "significant structural and functional reorganization."
Researchers said habitual social media checking in teens is impacting their brain development at a time when they're already going through "significant structural and functional reorganization."
Social media challenge prompting certain types of cars to get stolen more
Kia and Hyundai owners across the country are getting fed up this year after some cities have seen a sharp rise in theft. Police say it?s all because of a social media challenge.
Kia and Hyundai owners across the country are getting fed up this year after some cities have seen a sharp rise in theft. Police say it?s all because of a social media challenge.
Andrew Tate arrested in Romania on charges of human trafficking, rape
The divisive social media personality and former professional kickboxer was previously banned from various platforms for expressing misogynistic views and hate speech.
The divisive social media personality and former professional kickboxer was previously banned from various platforms for expressing misogynistic views and hate speech.