Ofcom proposes new rules requiring tech companies to change their algorithms to hide toxic material from children, have more robust age checks, and more
Social media firms like Instagram and TikTok will have to make changes to comply with new online safety laws.
Techmeme 12:34 pm on May 9, 2024
Katy Perrys own mom duped by AI generated Met Gala pics
The American Idol judge took to Instagram to share twovery believable yet fake images.
Silicon Valley 12:35 pm on May 9, 2024
Ofcom to push for better age verification, filters and 40 other checks in new online child safety code
Ofcom is cracking down on Instagram, YouTube and 150,000 other web services to improve child safety online. A new Children's Safety Code from the U.K.
TechCrunch 12:38 pm on May 9, 2024
A probe finds a black market for Facebook accounts that have received approval to run political ads during India's general election, raising interference fears
Facebook hosts a thriving black market for fake and stolen accounts. Some sellers are offering accounts that can run political ads in India, raising election interference fears.
Tech Transparency Project 6:12 pm on May 8, 2024
Instagram now lets you post a secret Story that viewers can uncover with a DM
Instagram is adding a handful of new features for Stories to give users more creative ways to share content and engage with each other.
TechCrunch 6:16 pm on May 8, 2024
Instagram Stories just added a clickbait sticker
You'll soon need to DM your friends on Instagram to uncover their hidden Stories
Android Police 6:16 pm on May 8, 2024
Tiffany Haddish admits to hiring investigator to destroy online trolls
The comedian owned up tocreating a fake Instagram account under a pseudonym.
Silicon Valley 6:17 pm on May 8, 2024
Instagram now lets you post a secret Story that viewers can uncover with a DM
Instagram is adding a handful of new features for Stories to give users more creative ways to share content and engage with each other.
TechCrunch 6:17 pm on May 8, 2024