95% of Americans agree misinformation is a problem, poll shows
Almost all Americans surveyed agree that misinformation is a problem. But few are very concerned that they themselves might be responsible
Twitter testing feature to warn users of the 'vibe' of 'intense' conversations
The new feature offers some tips for keeping things civil, too
Facebook whistleblower to speak with Capitol riot investigative committee
Frances Haugen, a Facebook whistleblower, will speak with members of the January 6 Select Committee to discuss the social media platform’s role in the events of the Capitol riot.
Facebook blames global outage on error during routine maintenance
The global outage knocked Facebook and its other platforms offline for hours.
Texas man gets 15 months for posting hoax about COVID-19 patient licking groceries
A San Antonio man falsely claimed on social media that he had paid a person infected with COVID-19 to lick items at a grocery store, authorities said.
Facebook products 'harm children, stoke division,' whistleblower testifies
Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen testified that the company’s platforms harm children and fuel division and that the company chooses “profits before people.”
Facebook, Instagram, Whatsapp down: Platforms 'coming back online' after outage
Facebook and its apps Instagram and WhatsApp were all down on Monday in an apparent widespread outage, according to the company.
'Slap a teacher' challenge could result in unexpected consequences
Educators are warning students that an October TikTok challenge can result in unexpected consequences.
Facebook faces questions over teen safety after whistleblower report says Instagram is harmful
For some of the Instagram-devoted teens, the peer pressure generated by the visually focused app led to mental-health and body-image problems, and in some cases, eating disorders and suicidal thoughts.
‘Toxic effects’: Senators grill Facebook rep at hearing on social media harm to children
Facebook's global head of Security Antigone Davis faced a grilling Thursday by the Senate Commerce Committee in a hearing on social media and its effects on the mental health of children.
Hunt for Brian Laundrie: Social media's role in Gabby Petito's mystery homicide
In the hunt for Brian Laundrie amid Gabby Petito's death, social media users have provided useful information to both the FBI and their followers online.
YouTube bans content containing misinformation about all vaccines
YouTube is banning all anti-vaccine content on its platform, expanding beyond COVID-19 vaccines, and has also taken down several well-known channels as part of the policy.
Americans check their smartphones 96 times a day, survey says
New research said Americans check their phones 96 times a day — which is about once every 10 minutes.
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.
Facebook defends efforts to combat human trafficking, crime after report detailing 'inadequate' action
In a new statement posted to Twitter, Facebook spokesman Andy Stone defended the tech giant's commitment to preventing harm.
TikTok bathroom trend: Port Washington principal warns families
The principal of Port Washington High School warns parents and students that he may need to close bathrooms or get police involved if the vandalism doesn't stop.
Bucks' Giannis shares photo with 2 sons
Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo shared a precious photo to social media showing him with his newborn son and big brother, Liam.
Cudahy bomb threats lead to early dismissal
Cudahy High School students were sent home from class on Monday, Sept. 13 after bomb threats against the building.
#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.
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.