Facebook says it"s moving forward with Instagram for kids despite backlash
Facebook on Tuesday reaffirmed its intention to build an Instagram for kids under 13, despite pressure from lawmakers to back down on the plan, while simultaneously announcing new updates to address concerns about the safety of younger users on its p.....»»
TikTok is testing hour-long video uploads
TikTok is moving into YouTube-like territory with the option to post 60-minute videos. In a move that may terrify YouTube, TikTok is testing hour-long video uploads. First spotted by social media consultant Matt Navarra, the app is testing the.....»»
Slack users horrified to discover messages used for AI training
Slack says policy changes are imminent amid backlash. Enlarge (credit: Tim Robberts | DigitalVision) After launching Slack AI in February, Slack appears to be digging its heels in, defending its vague policy that by defa.....»»
Study reveals how a sugar-sensing protein acts as a "machine" to switch plant growth—and oil production—on and off
Proteins are molecular machines, with flexible pieces and moving parts. Understanding how these parts move helps scientists unravel the function a protein plays in living things—and potentially how to change its effects. Biochemists at the U.S. Dep.....»»
The 22 best YouTube videos for kids (May 2024)
Learning about personal hygiene, long division, and getting excited for the playground are among the best YouTube videos for kids in May 2024......»»
It could soon be illegal to publicly wear a mask for health reasons in NC
Senators skeptical of legal trouble for harmless masking after moving to make it illegal. Enlarge (credit: Getty | Spencer Platt) The North Carolina State Senate on Wednesday voted 30-15, along party lines, in favor of a.....»»
Concerns over addicted kids spur probe into Meta and its use of dark patterns
EU is concerned Meta isn't doing enough to protect children using its apps. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Chesnot ) Brussels has opened an in-depth probe into Meta over concerns it is failing to do enough to protect ch.....»»
Facebook and Instagram were down for some users
Users reported that various Meta applications were down Tuesday night, including Instagram and Facebook.FacebookMeta services were down with outages centered around New York and California for a few hours Tuesday. Smaller outages around the country i.....»»
Instagram, Threads and other Meta services are down for some users
If you’ve been experiencing issues when trying to access Instagram, Threads, Facebook, or other Meta services, you’re not alone. Some users have been complaining about these services being slow or completely down on Tuesday night. more….....»»
Downranking won’t stop Google’s deepfake porn problem, victims say
Delisting non-consensual deepfake porn on Google is "draining," victim says. Enlarge (credit: imaginima | E+) After backlash over Google's search engine becoming the primary traffic source for deepfake porn websites, Goo.....»»
The self-driving industry fumbled away public trust. Now it seeks a remedy
With a backlash brimming, the Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association is seeking to regain trust in self-driving technology. Only 9 percent of U.S. consumers tell AAA they trust the tech......»»
XCOM’s Jake Solomon is moving on to the life sim genre at new studio
XCOM and Midnight Suns developer Jake Solomon has opened a new studio, which is hard at work on an ambitious life sim......»»
9 Things to Do Before Installing macOS Monterey 12.7.5
Installing Apple’s macOS Monterey 12.7.5 update might be tempting, but there are some steps you should take before moving your Mac from your current version of macOS Monterey, or older software, to the company’s latest firmware. macOS Monterey 12.....»»
4 Reasons Not to Install iOS 16.7.8 & 10 Reasons You Should
Apple’s new iOS 16.7.8 update could have a huge impact on your iPhone’s performance. While some iPhone users should install the software right now, others might want to wait before moving up from older versions of iOS 16. iOS 16.7.8 is Apple.....»»
9 Things to Do Before Installing macOS Sonoma 14.5
While you might be tempted to install Apple’s macOS Sonoma 14.5 update right away, there are some steps you should take before moving your Mac to the software. macOS Sonoma 14.5 update is available to download if you own a Mac that’s compatible w.....»»
9 Things to Do Before Installing macOS Ventura 13.6.7
You might be tempted to install Apple’s new macOS Ventura 13.6.7 update right away, there are some steps you should take before moving your Mac from your current version of macOS to the company’s latest firmware. macOS Ventura 13.6.7 is a.....»»
How to Downgrade from iOS 17.5 to iOS 17.4.1
This is how you bring your iPhone back to iOS 17.4.1 from iOS 17.5. If you run into problems on your iPhone and you think moving your device back to an older version of iOS 17 could help and this guide will help you downgrade. iOS 17.5 users can only.....»»
Here’s How Long the iOS 17.5 Update Takes
Apple’s new iOS 17.5 update is a milestone upgrade and it could take quite a bit of time to install on your iPhone. If you’re moving your iPhone from iOS 17.4.1 to iOS 17.5, you get the shortest list of changes and the smallest download size. The.....»»
10 Things to Do Before Installing iOS 17.5
Installing Apple’s new iOS 17.5 update might be tempting, but there are some steps you should take before moving your iPhone from iOS 16 to iOS 17 or your iPhone’s current version of iOS 17 to iOS 17.5. iOS 17.5 is a milestone upgrade and the.....»»
FAA initiates environmental impact study for SpaceX Starship launches from Kennedy Space Center
SpaceX's plans to build a Starship launch complex at Kennedy Space Center are moving closer to reality even as it potentially takes over a launch site from neighboring Cape Canaveral Space Force Station......»»
Jaguar will unveil electric GT in U.S. as brand moves more upscale
Jaguar is moving upscale with an electric GT sedan unveiling for the U.S......»»