Attorneys general call for TikTok, Snapchat to give parents more control over apps
Popular social media platforms like TikTok and Snapchat have faced scrutiny over some of the content on their sites deemed harmful to children, and attorneys are calling for the companies to give parents more control.
Popular social media platforms like TikTok and Snapchat have faced scrutiny over some of the content on their sites deemed harmful to children, and attorneys are calling for the companies to give parents more control.
Apple to cut iPhone and AirPods production
Apple is reducing the output of the latest iPhone models and AirPods earphones due to softening demand amid high inflation.
Apple is reducing the output of the latest iPhone models and AirPods earphones due to softening demand amid high inflation.
TikTok reportedly testing ‘watch history’ feature so users can recover lost videos
TikTok users know the pain of watching an amazing video, only to lose it because they accidentally swiped and refreshed their “For You” page. But good news seems to be coming.
TikTok users know the pain of watching an amazing video, only to lose it because they accidentally swiped and refreshed their “For You” page. But good news seems to be coming.
SXSW 2022: Dolly Parton dazzled, delighted and somehow got me excited about an NFT
Dolly Parton isn’t just great. She’s the Grand Canyon. You may think you know how incredible she is, but until you see her in person, there’s no way to fully grasp the magnitude of her talents. FOX entertainment editor Allison Shoemaker has more on Blockchain Creative Labs' unbelievable SXSW event.
Dolly Parton isn’t just great. She’s the Grand Canyon. You may think you know how incredible she is, but until you see her in person, there’s no way to fully grasp the magnitude of her talents. FOX entertainment editor Allison Shoemaker has more on Blockchain Creative Labs' unbelievable SXSW event.
Spam text messages sent from your own number are from ‘bad actors,’ Verizon says
Verizon formally acknowledged the issue on Tuesday and said its team, as well as U.S. law enforcement, are working to find out who or what is the source of the spam texts.
Verizon formally acknowledged the issue on Tuesday and said its team, as well as U.S. law enforcement, are working to find out who or what is the source of the spam texts.
3D-printed beak saves ZooTampa's great hornbill resident from skin cancer
One cancer patient – a bird living at ZooTampa – has a second chance at life thanks to a 3D printer.
One cancer patient – a bird living at ZooTampa – has a second chance at life thanks to a 3D printer.
US seeks new lithium sources as demand for batteries grows
The demand for lithium has grown in recent years because of its use in rechargeable batteries for electric and hybrid cars, lawnmowers, laptops and cell phones.
The demand for lithium has grown in recent years because of its use in rechargeable batteries for electric and hybrid cars, lawnmowers, laptops and cell phones.
Former TikTok moderators sue over mental distress from watching, removing graphic videos
Two former moderators said TikTok did not provide enough mental health resources after having to watch and remove disturbing videos from the social media app.
Two former moderators said TikTok did not provide enough mental health resources after having to watch and remove disturbing videos from the social media app.
'RoboBurger': Robot grills burgers at mall in New Jersey
In perhaps yet another sign that machines are taking over the world, a robot inside of a vending machine inside of a mall in New Jersey can cook you a burger in about six minutes.
In perhaps yet another sign that machines are taking over the world, a robot inside of a vending machine inside of a mall in New Jersey can cook you a burger in about six minutes.
Emoji drug code decoded: Parents, do you know what that text really means?
They look innocent, but the combination of cookie, snowman, box, and parachute emojis can be code for "a large batch of cocaine has arrived." A school bus is code for Xanax. The DEA has released an "emoji drug decoder" in an effort to educate parents about the new ways drugs are being bought and sold.
They look innocent, but the combination of cookie, snowman, box, and parachute emojis can be code for "a large batch of cocaine has arrived." A school bus is code for Xanax. The DEA has released an "emoji drug decoder" in an effort to educate parents about the new ways drugs are being bought and sold.
The Babylon Bee reacts to losing Twitter appeal: 'Doesn't change our position'
'We will not overturn our decision,' Twitter said
'We will not overturn our decision,' Twitter said
Long Island students' invention helps children with prosthetics
A group of sixth-graders in the Oceanside School District has earned a spot in a national STEM competition thanks to their invention to help children with prosthetics ride a bike.
A group of sixth-graders in the Oceanside School District has earned a spot in a national STEM competition thanks to their invention to help children with prosthetics ride a bike.
Sen. Mitt Romney meets artist Ritt Momney
Sen. Mitt Romney had the pleasure of meeting Utah-based artist Ritt Momney. Yes, you read that name correctly.
Sen. Mitt Romney had the pleasure of meeting Utah-based artist Ritt Momney. Yes, you read that name correctly.
Stephen Wilhite, creator of GIF, dies of COVID-19 at 74
Stephen Wilhite, 74, died of COVID-19 on March 14. Wilhite is known for creating the wildly popular GIF and was the chief architect of America Online.
Stephen Wilhite, 74, died of COVID-19 on March 14. Wilhite is known for creating the wildly popular GIF and was the chief architect of America Online.
What is Web 3.0? | The Big Idea
In the Web 3.0 future, millions (perhaps billions) of personal computers around the world combine to create blockchain networks that allow us to move information — pictures, videos, stocks, bonds, titles, songs, etc. — free from the control of any central authority.
In the Web 3.0 future, millions (perhaps billions) of personal computers around the world combine to create blockchain networks that allow us to move information — pictures, videos, stocks, bonds, titles, songs, etc. — free from the control of any central authority.
Okta data breach reports
A hacking group claims that it had broken into the computer systems of computer security company Okta.
A hacking group claims that it had broken into the computer systems of computer security company Okta.
Apple Maps, iTunes and other apps back online after outage
Apple reported several outages with multiple of its apps Monday including App Store, Apple Music and Apple TV+.
Apple reported several outages with multiple of its apps Monday including App Store, Apple Music and Apple TV+.
Ukrainian man says he learned on Twitter of wife, children’s deaths from Russian shelling
The man told The New York Times he saw a photo on Twitter and recognized their luggage. “That is how I knew,” he said.
The man told The New York Times he saw a photo on Twitter and recognized their luggage. “That is how I knew,” he said.
Study: Greater screen time in young kids linked to more reported behavior problems
The research team found a "small but statistically significant" link between certain behavioral problems in children under 12 and greater amounts of screentime.
The research team found a "small but statistically significant" link between certain behavioral problems in children under 12 and greater amounts of screentime.
Tech leaders would face prison if they don't follow UK internet safety rules
The British government has unveiled its online safety bill in Parliament, which is aimed at protecting internet users from harm.
The British government has unveiled its online safety bill in Parliament, which is aimed at protecting internet users from harm.