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Social platforms wrestle with what to do about the Taliban

With the hasty U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan underway after two decades occupying the country, social media platforms have a complex new set of policy decisions to make. The Taliban has been social media-savvy for years, but those compani.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  techcrunchAug 20th, 2021

iOS 18 isn"t any more of a cheater"s operating system than Android has been

Social media "influencers" are inventing scenarios and features for iOS 18 that they're screaming makes it the prime operating systems for cheaters. This is more ignorant than normal.TikTokers have turned on Apple over iOS 18's app-hiding feature. Fo.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsJun 14th, 2024

Study shows impact of Russian social media campaigns less pronounced than often assumed

Most people do not believe the disinformation spread by Russia about the war in Ukraine, even if they regularly use social media. Instead, the decisive factor in the efficacy of this propaganda is whether a person is fundamentally receptive to conspi.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 14th, 2024

New research finds biases encoded in language across cultures and history

In a new study published in Social Psychological and Personality Science, researchers share evidence that people's attitudes are deeply woven into language and culture across the globe and centuries......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 14th, 2024

Remember they said Miami would be under water? A preview of the future

It's like an unspoken social contract. When people choose to live in South Florida, they must make peace with the possibility that, thanks to hurricanes, there will be flooding and they may incur thousands of dollars to fix their homes post storm......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 14th, 2024

Rent assistance is insufficient in expensive rental market, finds Australian report

Governments are failing to provide a secure alternative for households unable to access social housing, new research suggests......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 13th, 2024

Greater gender equality associated with men eating meat more frequently than women, study finds

Men tend to eat meat more frequently than women and the extent of the differences in meat consumption frequency between both genders tend to be greater within countries with higher levels of gender equality and social and economic development, accord.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 13th, 2024

Here are all the new features that won’t arrive until iOS 18.1 or later

WWDC this year was packed with new features for Apple’s suite of software platforms. The company introduced a lot of enhancements coming this fall in iOS 18, visionOS 2, macOS Sequoia, and more. Apple also showcased features that are not coming.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsJun 12th, 2024

On-demand courses increase revenue but lower engagement

The online education industry has grown exponentially over the last decade, fueled in part by the COVID-19 pandemic. In a new study, researchers examined whether online courses provided by online educational platforms should follow a scheduled format.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 12th, 2024

Some online platforms are starting to measure "student engagement" at school: Here"s what you need to know

There is increasing concern that children are less focused in school. This is often blamed on smartphones and social media......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsJun 12th, 2024

Why social media rarely leads to constructive political action

While social media platforms are rife with problems—from harassment to misinformation—many argue that the platforms also nurture political movements, such as the Arab Spring and #MeToo......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 12th, 2024

3 Reasons to Pre-Order Madden 25 & 4 Reasons to Wait

Madden 25 is official and pre-orders are live for all platforms. And while there are some great reasons to pre-order a copy right now, there are also some great reasons to put your wallet away and wait. The latest entry in EA’s popular Madden s.....»»

Category: mobileSource:  gottabemobileRelated NewsJun 11th, 2024

Tech solutions to limit kids" access to social media are fraught with problems, including privacy risks

A campaign to block children's access to social media to limit online harm and unhealthy internet use is picking up momentum in Australian politics. The current age limit for platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and TikTok is 13, but some state gove.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 11th, 2024

Study highlights changing impact of teen childbirth on women"s education across generations

Different social contexts can transform the meaning and implications of life experiences. For example, a life event like teen childbirth can have vastly different impacts depending on the era and societal norms. In the post-World War II baby boom, te.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 11th, 2024

Study shows the power of social connections to predict hit songs

Ever wondered how your friends shape your music taste? In a recent study, researchers at the Complexity Science Hub (CSH) demonstrated that social networks are a powerful predictor of a song's future popularity. By analyzing friendships and listening.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 11th, 2024

Tesla won"t launch freshened Model Y this year, says CEO Elon Musk

"No Model Y 'refresh' is coming out this year," Elon Musk wrote on the social media platform X on June 8 in response to a question. Analysts see aging models as a drag on Tesla's sales growth......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJun 11th, 2024

Apple announces security updates across its platforms

Apple announced new updates across its platforms that help empower users and keep them in control of their data. Private Cloud Compute extends protections of iPhone to the cloud, so that users don’t have to choose between powerful intelligence grou.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsJun 11th, 2024

Apple isn’t discounting using Google Gemini just yet, and that’s a good thing

In a recent interview, it seems that Apple hasn’t completely discounted the idea of using Google Gemini on its platforms. The post Apple isn’t discounting using Google Gemini just yet, and that’s a good thing appeared first on Phandroid......»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsJun 11th, 2024

Study finds juvenile dolphins who play together are more successful as adults

Juvenile social play predicts adult reproductive success in male bottlenose dolphins, a new study has found......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

Microsoft Gaming CEO: “I think we should have a handheld, too”

More than just streaming, playing games locally "is really important" to Spencer. Enlarge / The "Xbox Series V" was a social media hoax, but the idea of a portable Xbox seems to still have legs inside Microsoft. (credit: Reddit).....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

Impel CEO: WhatsApp is important digital marketing tool

Intel's CEO believes messaging platforms such as WhatsApp are far more effective in reaching customers than email, which is weighed down with spam and junk maail......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024