TikTok clarifies its moderating policies amid Israel-Hamas war
As the Israel-Hamas war intensifies, social media platforms have had to explain their content moderation policies. As the Israel-Hamas conflict continues, social media platforms have been placed under scrutiny for their role in perpetuating fac.....»»
Apple & Google turn off live traffic updates in Israel, Gaza ahead of ground war
Apple and Google are disabling live traffic updates in their respective navigation apps in Israel and the Gaza Strip, as the conflict between Hamas and Israel continues.Google Maps and Apple Maps iconsThe battle between Israeli forces and Hamas has s.....»»
Google Maps and Waze temporarily disable live traffic data in Israel
Google is temporarily disabling live traffic conditions on its mapping service apps, Google Maps and Waze, in Israel, the tech company confirmed Monday, as the country prepares for a potential ground invasion into Gaza......»»
Martin Scorsese: film director, movie lover, TikTok star?
Martin Scorsese has won an Oscar and a Grammy, and is a respected filmmaker worldwide, but now he's earned a status few thought he'd ever achieve: TikTok star......»»
Instagram sorry for translation error that put “terrorist” in Palestinian bios
Meta's issues handling pro-Palestine content are systemic, expert says. Enlarge / Palestine's flag. (credit: Wong Yu Liang | Moment) Meta has apologized after a 404 Media report investigating a viral TikTok video confirm.....»»
Top Israel/Hamas misinformation spreaders use Elon Musk’s paid “verification”
Report: 74% of X's most viral misinformation posts are from "verified" users. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Nathan Stirk ) "Verified" accounts on Elon Musk's X platform spread nearly three-quarters of the 250 most vira.....»»
You won’t believe who TikTok’s latest breakout star is
Martin Scorsese has won an Oscar and a Grammy, and is a respected filmmaker worldwide, but now he's earned a status few thought he'd ever achieve: TikTok star......»»
TikTok’s newest star is … Martin Scorsese?!?
Martin Scorsese has won an Oscar and a Grammy, and is a respected filmmaker worldwide, but now he's earned a status few thought he'd ever achieve: TikTok star......»»
Report: US needs much more than the IRA to get to net zero by 2050
Current policies cut emissions in half—can we keep cutting? Enlarge (credit: Justin Paget) On Tuesday, the US National Academies of Science released a report entitled "Accelerating Decarbonization in the United States......»»
T-Mobile’s CEO clarifies rumors of “forced migration” plans in newly leaked email
A recently leaked internal email has revealed T-Mobile CEO’s response to the planned migration of customers on their legacy plans. The post T-Mobile’s CEO clarifies rumors of “forced migration” plans in newly leaked email appeared first on Ph.....»»
UK government misses the mark on shaping healthy urban policies, finds review
A large-scale review of two key U.K. policy areas reveals that health outcomes are largely missing when it comes to shaping our urban centers......»»
EU asks Meta for more details on efforts to stop illegal and inaccurate content on Israel-Hamas war
The European Union has told Meta it has a week to explain in greater detail how it is fighting the spread of illegal content and disinformation on its Facebook and Instagram platforms following the attacks across Israel by Hamas......»»
EU gives Meta and TikTok formal Hamas disinformation deadline
Both firms must respond within a week to the request for information under the EU's new tech rules......»»
Juniper Networks enhances Connected Security portfolio with new products and capabilities
Juniper Networks announced the expansion of its Connected Security portfolio with new products and capabilities that empower organizations to seamlessly extend security services and zero trust policies across distributed data center environments. The.....»»
Cyberattacks Targeting Israel Are Rising After Hamas Assault
Hacking groups, including some tied to Russia, are attacking Israeli government and media websites. Hacking groups, including some tied to Russia, are attacking Israeli government and media websites, allying themselves with the Pale.....»»
How Israel-Hamas War Misinformation Is Spreading Online
Experts say social media platforms have been flooded with false claims, adding to the confusion about what is happening on the ground. Earlier this week, Marc Zell, a representative for Republicans Overseas Israel, a U.S.-based poli.....»»
Misinformation Is Warfare
Joan Donovan explores how misinformation had become a tactic in the Israel-Hamas war. Rather than flip on the TV when major news-worthy events happen, like Hamas’ attack on Israel on Oct. 7 and the subsequent retaliation by Is.....»»
Why are cafes, restaurants, and even towns banning influencers?
From a Brooklyn cafe to a picturesque Vermont town, popular destinations are closing their doors to TikTok and Instagram influencers. Nowadays, it seems like every place "worth" frequenting is deemed that way by influencers. Lifestyle TikTokker.....»»
Tyla, the singer behind the "Water" dance, shows you how to do the viral TikTok trend
Tyla's "Water" dance trend is all over TikTok, and she's now giving us a tutorial on how she does it. Referring to Tyla as "the singer behind the TikTok 'Water' dance trend" feels painfully reductionist. While many know the South African songst.....»»
You wrote a book! Now make a viral TikTok about it.
Authors can no longer succeed in their craft by writing alone. They must embody multiple roles: writers, publicists, digital marketers, and social media managers. Here's how that's affecting writers and their work. Authors can no longer succeed.....»»
SNL"s Weekend Update returns, addresses Middle East crisis and Trump"s Hezbollah comments
Colin Jost and Michael Che are back at SNL and they addressed the biggest news of the week: the Israel-Hamas conflict. Saturday Night Live's Weekend Update returned with the comedy show's season premiere this weekend. Hosts Colin Jost and Micha.....»»