TikTok launches Security Checkup to help protect your account

This also introduces two-step verification to keep you TikTok account safe.

Google unhappy with Meta-backed online child safety bill

Meta's law gives responsibility to app store operators, making them accountable for ensuring children don’t access inappropriate content. 

Snapchat launches generative AI video lenses for Plus users

Snapchat is launching a new feature called Video Gen AI Lenses, which allows users to enhance their Snaps with AI-generated video...

Elon Musk blames massive cyberattack for X (Twitter) outage

Elon Musk claimed that a "massive cyberattack" caused Monday's outage on X, while cybersecurity experts suggested that the attack was likely...

YouTube’s TV app design overhaul may include Netflix-like UI

YouTube is working on a design overhaul for its TV app, with the aim of integrating content from third-party streamers akin...

Instagram could launch Reels as a standalone app

Instagram is planning to double down on TikTok by splitting Reels as a standalone app.

Instagram is pushing gore and violence to users’ feeds

Meta has yet to address the issue. 

Instagram is testing a hidden dislike button for comments

Users who dislike a comment will not see a count.

X, the home of ‘free speech’ is still blocking Signal links

It is unknown whether this restriction will remain permanently.

Discord adds a new ignore button – here’s how to use it

You can now quietly silence unwanted people without notifying them.

Meta’s $25M settlement with Trump sparks debate

Meta's CEO Mark Zuckerberg has pledged $25 million to former US President Donald Trump's presidential library fund and legal fees, sparking...

Oracle and Microsoft reportedly bidding to take over TikTok

Elon Musk, Frank McCourt, and Kevin O’Leary were also reportedly interested in acquiring TikTok. 

LinkedIn sued for using user data for third-party AI training

The plaintiffs are seeking damages of $1,000 per affected user.

Instagram update brings rectangular profile grids, angering users

You can now upload 3-minute long Reels on Instagram.

Trump says “TikTok is back” (for now)

TikTok gets a 90-day extension.

It’s official: The Supreme Court just killed your TikTok feed

In a landmark decision that could reshape social media in America, the Supreme Court unanimously upheld a federal law on Friday...

The TikTok-Musk-Trump drama is peak 2025, and it’s only January

TikTok's future in the US is uncertain as the government seeks an American buyer. Elon Musk and Trump's involvement adds to...

Zuckerberg throws fact-checkers under the bus, goes full X mode

Meta's Zuckerberg ditches fact-checkers, embraces free expression, and partners with Trump administration. Community Notes to replace fact-checkers.

X, the home of ‘freedom of speech” gets a price hike: Now $22/month

Elon Musk's X is increasing Premium+ prices by 37.5% due to the need to support the experience it offers, with users...

YouTube TV just dropped a price bomb that’ll make your wallet cry

YouTube TV raises prices by $10, pushing the base plan to $82.99 starting January 13, 2025. This marks a 137% increase...