A Texas law prohibiting large social media companies from removing political speech became the first of its kind to take effect on Wednesday, posing complicated questions for major web platforms about how to comply with the rules. The law, which applies to social media platforms in the United States with […]
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TikTok or tracting? LDS missionaries are singing, dancing and preaching online, but do these videos work?
They sing in fields of flowers. They dance in living rooms. They jump ropes and do backflips in open streets. They play guitars and ukuleles. They lip-sync to a Jim Gaffigan shtick and rap to Bible verses, as well as bear testimony and preach from pulpits. What these young people […]
Tech groups ask Supreme Court to throw out Texas social media law
Placeholder while article actions load Two Washington-based groups representing Google, Facebook and other tech giants filed an emergency application with the Supreme Court on Friday, seeking to block a Texas law that bars social media companies from removing posts based on a user’s political ideology. The Texas law took effect […]
Big Tech data harvesting comes under fire by world central bank group
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LONDON, May 5 (Reuters) – A paper published by the world’s main central bank umbrella group, the BIS, has called for individuals and firms to be given more control over the data collected on them by social media and other Big Tech firms and banks. The boom in internet-enabled mobile […]
Gen Z has lived their entire lives online. Some are fed up.
Watch the CBS Reports documentary “Are the Kids All Right?: The Internet” in the video player above, or stream it live on the CBS News app. The CBS Reports series “Are the Kids All Right?” explores the transformational shifts faced by today’s youth — in their own words. Members of Generation Z were […]
Most teens actually have healthy relationship with digital technology
Parents play a major role in whether teens’ use of digital technology is healthy or puts their mental and physical health at risk, according to a new study from the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. The large, nationwide study was led by Dr. Megan Moreno, professor […]
Online Deciders Like Apple Have a Point
Gatekeepers like powerful tech companies have a bad reputation for controlling what happens online. But they don’t completely deserve the heat. One of the thrills of the digital age is that individuals no longer need permission from powerful institutions. Creators of a cat tuxedo can set up shop online and […]
Springfield officials investigating alleged inappropriate relationship involving Sci-Tech staff member
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SPRINGFIELD, MA (WGGB/WSHM) – An investigation is underway following a social media post circulating online alleging a Springfield High School of Science and Technology staff member had an inappropriate relationship with a student. The alleged text message conversation between the two now shared numerous times. Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno said […]
Minnesota lawmakers seek to block big tech from using algorithms on children – Duluth News Tribune
ST. PAUL — Minnesota lawmakers of both parties are backing bills this session that would ban social media platforms from using algorithms to target children. Rep. Kristin Robbins, R-Maple Grove, who has three daughters, said she became particularly concerned about social media’s impact on minors after reading a series of […]
Mastercard launches next-generation identity technology with Microsoft to help more consumers shop online safely
• New “trust” tool improves online experience and helps tackle digital fraud• Microsoft named as first partner for new technology PURCHASE, N.Y., and REDMOND, Wash. — April 25, 2022 — Mastercard on Monday announced the launch of an enhanced identity solution designed to improve the online shopping experience and tackle […]