Facebook pauses development of 'Instagram Kids' app after pushback
Instagram is putting a hold on the development of an “Instagram Kids” app so it can address concerns about the vulnerability of younger users.
Instagram is putting a hold on the development of an “Instagram Kids” app so it can address concerns about the vulnerability of younger users.
YouTuber ‘Omi in a Hellcat’ speaks out after arrest in federal piracy case
Omi in a Hellcat, a YouTuber whose real name is Bill Omar Carrasquillo, is speaking out after he was accused by federal authorities of heading a massive digital piracy scheme.
Omi in a Hellcat, a YouTuber whose real name is Bill Omar Carrasquillo, is speaking out after he was accused by federal authorities of heading a massive digital piracy scheme.
Bronx DJ crafts beats from the sounds of the city
Devan Ibiza is growing his following on TikTok with videos of the beats he creates from sounds he records around the city.
Devan Ibiza is growing his following on TikTok with videos of the beats he creates from sounds he records around the city.
‘She’s happy’: Britney Spears reportedly deletes Instagram account
The pop star willingly deleted her Instagram account and is “happy and in a great place,” a source told Page Six.
The pop star willingly deleted her Instagram account and is “happy and in a great place,” a source told Page Six.
Grandfluencers: Web-savvy seniors are making it big on social media
There is a trend of “grandfluencers” – web-savvy seniors racking up a big social media following
There is a trend of “grandfluencers” – web-savvy seniors racking up a big social media following
Twitter's new service allows users to charge followers to view tweets
The social networking service introduced “Super Follows,” which will let users charge for extra, exclusive material not shown to their regular followers.
The social networking service introduced “Super Follows,” which will let users charge for extra, exclusive material not shown to their regular followers.
DA: Online 'entrepreneur' sold forged vaccine cards to health-care workers
The DA says a woman from New Jersey sold forged COVID-19 vaccination cards through social media.
The DA says a woman from New Jersey sold forged COVID-19 vaccination cards through social media.
Richmond police investigating death of social media influencer, alleged suspect's identity released
The Richmond Police Department is investigating following the death of a social media influencer as a possible murder/suicide.
The Richmond Police Department is investigating following the death of a social media influencer as a possible murder/suicide.
#MilkCrateChallenge: TikTok hiding dangerous new trend amid reports of injuries
The Milk Crate Challenge is spreading fast across social media, but TikTok is taking steps to keep its users from spreading dangerous content.
The Milk Crate Challenge is spreading fast across social media, but TikTok is taking steps to keep its users from spreading dangerous content.
FTC refiles antitrust lawsuit against Facebook
The Federal Trade Commission has filed a filing a revised version of its complaint alleging that Facebook abused its market power to suppress competition.
The Federal Trade Commission has filed a filing a revised version of its complaint alleging that Facebook abused its market power to suppress competition.
Twitter tests feature that allows users to flag misleading tweets
Starting on Aug. 17, some users in the United States, South Korea and Australia will find the option to flag a tweet as “It’s misleading” after clicking on the report tweet button.
Starting on Aug. 17, some users in the United States, South Korea and Australia will find the option to flag a tweet as “It’s misleading” after clicking on the report tweet button.
Facebook's new prayer tool arrives to mixed reception
Users who are members of faith-based Facebook groups will find an option allowing them to request prayers and other group members will be able to respond via the “I prayed” icon.
Users who are members of faith-based Facebook groups will find an option allowing them to request prayers and other group members will be able to respond via the “I prayed” icon.
Group calls on TikTok to add 'mirror' feature for parents to see kids' feeds
More than 12,000 people have signed on to a petition asking TikTok to add a “mirror” feature for parents to keep tabs on what their kids are viewing.
More than 12,000 people have signed on to a petition asking TikTok to add a “mirror” feature for parents to keep tabs on what their kids are viewing.
New app aims to help NYC neighbors build friendships
FOX 5 NY speaks to the creators behind the OneRoof app, to find out how buildings are now becoming virtual communities.
FOX 5 NY speaks to the creators behind the OneRoof app, to find out how buildings are now becoming virtual communities.
Times Square billboard ignites fat-shaming controversy
Critics are blasting a new billboard in Times Square as "fat-phobic" and "toxic," but the wellness motivator who is also featured in the ad is defending the campaign's message.
Critics are blasting a new billboard in Times Square as "fat-phobic" and "toxic," but the wellness motivator who is also featured in the ad is defending the campaign's message.
Biden: Social media 'killing people' with misinformation
President Joe Biden says social media companies are “killing people” by failing to police misinformation on their platforms about the COVID-19 vaccines.
President Joe Biden says social media companies are “killing people” by failing to police misinformation on their platforms about the COVID-19 vaccines.
White House says Facebook needs to work harder to censor COVID-19 misinformation
The Biden administration on Thursday slammed Facebook for not working hard enough to censor misinformation about COVID-19 and its vaccines.
The Biden administration on Thursday slammed Facebook for not working hard enough to censor misinformation about COVID-19 and its vaccines.
Twitter discontinuing 'fleets' feature on Aug. 3
Fleets will be disappearing from Twitter in less than a month.
Fleets will be disappearing from Twitter in less than a month.
TikTok to automatically remove videos showing nudity
TikTok’s moderators won’t have to view as many distressing videos for removal.
TikTok’s moderators won’t have to view as many distressing videos for removal.
Police cracking down after wild beach party on Long Island
Last weekend, an impromptu party in Long Beach featured over 2,500 people, dancing, music, illegal fireworks and afterwards, gunshots.
Last weekend, an impromptu party in Long Beach featured over 2,500 people, dancing, music, illegal fireworks and afterwards, gunshots.