Consumer News: A look at the impact of social media on students
Consumer News: A look at the impact of social media on students
Facebook puts Instagram for kids on hold after pushback
By Michelle Chapman
Facebook is putting a hold on the development of a kids’ version of Instagram, geared toward children under 13, to address concerns that have been raised about the vulnerability of younger users.
Consumer News: Facebook takes action against the “disinformation dozen,” FAA proposing fines against unruly passengers and more
Consumer News: Facebook takes action against the “disinformation dozen,” FAA proposing fines against unruly passengers and more.
Trump files suit against Facebook, Twitter and YouTube
By Jill Colvin and Matt O'Brien
Former President Donald Trump has filed suit against three of the country’s biggest tech companies, claiming he and other conservatives have been wrongfully censored.
Changes coming to both Facebook and Twitter
There are some changes coming to two popular social media platforms. Facebook is set to tighten its policy on politicians and world leaders who violate rules on hate speech or inciting violence. Twitter will now help users undo a tweet, for a fee.
Consumer News: Ikea recalling some plates and related items, the streaming market is getting more crowded and more!
Consumer News: Ikea recalling some plates and related items, the streaming market is getting more crowded and more!
Consumer News: FEMA launches funeral assistance program, homeowners seeing an increase in property tax and more!
Consumer News: FEMA launches funeral assistance program, homeowners seeing an increase in property tax and more!
Facebook data on more than 500M accounts found online
Details from more than 500 million Facebook users have been found available on a website for hackers. The information appears to be several years old, but it is another example of the vast amount of information collected by Facebook and other social media sites, and the limits to how secure that information is.
Facebook CEO testifies before House over policing the platform, role in January 6 insurrection
Mark Zuckerberg testified virtually before House lawmakers on Thursday, saying Facebook is not responsible the January 6 insurrection at the Capitol. Members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee grilled Zuckerberg and other social media CEO’s for not policing their platforms.
Facebook rolls out new tool to help people find people find a COVID-19 vaccine
If you need help finding a COVID-19 vaccine, Facebook is rolling out a handful of new tools to help people get vaccinated. They’re calling it the “Coronavirus Information Center.”
