New cartoon-filter app raises questions about user security

The popularity of a new app that let's users convert their pictures into 'cartoon' images is, once again, raising concerns about what kind of personal information some of us are sharing.

TikToker asks mansion owners how they make their money
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A TikToker has gone viral for asking mansion owners how they make their money. FOX 26's Lina de Florias tags along with Aaron Vankampen.

Steps to help make social media healthier
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The downsides to social media are seemingly endless. It can be a source of unhealthy comparison, hate speech, wasted time, and the guilt that comes with it. But it's not all bad, according to our guest, who says we just need to learn how to made it healthy for us.

White House drops Trump-era orders trying to ban TikTok, WeChat

The White House dropped Trump-era orders trying to ban TikTok and WeChat and will conduct its own review aimed at identifying national security risks.

TikTok enlists top creators in anti-bullying campaign

TikTok launched a campaign against bullying by enlisting some of its top animation creators to make videos about creating and spreading kindness online.

Trump's blog page no longer live, senior aide says 'stay tuned'

Trump’s blog, “From the Desk of Donald J. Trump,” was no longer active Wednesday and is reportedly down for good.

Facebook ends ban on posts claiming COVID-19 is man-made

Facebook will no longer ban posts suggesting COVID-19 was man-made amid mounting calls to further investigate the pandemic’s origins, marking a reversal for the social media giant.

Twitter introduces Tip Jar, allowing users to send money to others

Twitter on Thursday unveiled a brand new feature called Tip Jar, which allows users to send money through the app to creators.

Oversight board maintains Trump’s Facebook suspension, but scolds company for indefinite ban

By upholding the suspension, the board has sided with Facebook for just the second time in the last six cases -- but said Facebook must reassess the decision within six months of the panel's decision.

Facebook's oversight board to rule on Trump's account ban on Wednesday

Facebook’s oversight board said it will rule on Wednesday morning whether former President Donald Trump’s social media accounts can be reinstated after an indefinite suspension.

Match will start offering background checks to users of its dating apps as added safety measure

Match Group, whose brands include Tinder, Match, Meetic, OkCupid, Hinge, Pairs, PlentyOfFish, and OurTime, will begin allowing users to seek background checks for people they meet on all of the company’s dating apps.

Governor touts bill to protect Texans from wrongful social media censorship

"The first amendment is under assault by these social media companies and that is not going to be tolerated in Texas," said Gov. Abbott. He believes only conservative voices are being silenced not liberal ones.

YouTube suspends Rudy Giuliani from posting, streaming over claims about election fraud

YouTube removed videos from Rudy Giuliani’s account after he posted content that suggested election fraud as well as “content facilitating the use of nicotine,” a spokesperson said Monday.

Parler announces it is back online with new hosting service

After more than a month offline, the social media platform Parler relaunched using a new web hosting service, the company announced on Monday.