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Twitter"s disappearing Snapchat clone... disappears

Most major social media platforms have tried a version of Snapchat's Stories, but Twitter is the first to admit its experiment with disappearing content failed......»»

Category: topSource:  cnnJul 14th, 2021

Here’s how SIM swap in alleged bitcoin pump-and-dump scheme worked

False information posted to official SEC account caused spike in the currency. US officials charged a man with compromising the official Twitter/X account of the Securities and Ex.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsOct 17th, 2024

When hurricanes hit, online chatter can drown out safety messaging

When natural disasters strike, social networks like Facebook and X (formerly known as Twitter) can be powerful tools for public communication—but often, rescue workers and government officials struggle to make themselves heard above the general hub.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsOct 17th, 2024

How alleged SIM swap and hacked X account drove up price of bitcoin by $1K

False information posted to official SEC account caused spike in the currency. US officials charged a man with compromising the official Twitter/X account of the Securities and Ex.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsOct 17th, 2024

Redbox kiosks are disappearing, but where are they ending up?

Redbox movie rental kiosks belong to a bygone era, and so retailers are starting to remove them from outside their stores......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 15th, 2024

Ex-Twitter execs push for $200M severance as Elon Musk runs X into ground

Musk’s battle with former Twitter execs intensifies as X value reaches new low. Former Twitter executives, including former CEO Parag Agrawal, are urging a court to open discove.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsOct 11th, 2024

Researchers develop technique that enables breeding of genetically identical hybrid plants

When different varieties of one plant species are crossed with each other, their hybrid offspring are often more robust and grow more quickly than their parents. However, in the next generation, this effect disappears again......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsOct 10th, 2024

Threads Loop could compete with Communities on X, or subreddits

Meta’s Threads app may be seeking to further push into the territory occupied by the app formerly known as Twitter, taking on one of Elon Musk’s favorite features. The feature is known as Loop, and one developer who spotted the reference said.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsOct 9th, 2024

X ignores revenge porn takedown requests unless DMCA is used, study says

Researchers call for a dedicated law requiring platforms to remove revenge porn. X (formerly Twitter) claims that non-consensual nudity is not tolerated on its platform. But a rec.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsOct 8th, 2024

Elon Musk’s X loses battle over federal request for Trump’s DMs

Prosecutors now have a "blueprint" to seize privileged communications, X warned. Last year, special counsel Jack Smith asked X (formerly Twitter) to hand over Donald Trump's direc.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsOct 7th, 2024

Blink Video Doorbells are 50% off this weekend

Keep a watchful eye on your property with the Blink Video Doorbell, now on sale at Amazon for only $30! Act fast before this deal disappears......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 6th, 2024

X fails to avoid Australia child safety fine by arguing Twitter doesn’t exist

Elon Musk merging Twitter into X didn't absolve X from child safety fine. Elon Musk's X (formerly Twitter) remains on the hook for an approximately $400,000 fine after failing to.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsOct 5th, 2024

This Breville espresso machine deal might not last through Prime Day

Take $200 off the amazing Breville the Barista Touch Espresso Machine when you order through Amazon, but act fast before this deal disappears!.....»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsOct 4th, 2024

X fined over $400,000 for refusing to address child abuse concerns

Elon Musk's X is at odds with the Australian government over its policies regarding child abuse. X, formerly Twitter, owes the Australian government some money.Bloomberg reported on Thursday that Elon Musk's microblogging site has to pay the eq.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsOct 4th, 2024

This Blink outdoor security set is $110 today — normally $300

Keep tabs on the parts of your property that matter most with this awesome DIY Blink camera bundle! Act fast before this discount disappears......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsSep 27th, 2024

Deepak Chopra"s AI voice aims to enlighten your listening

ElevenLabs debuts Deepak Chopra AI voice clone for its Reader App......»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsSep 27th, 2024

Sony, Ubisoft scandals prompt Calif. ban on deceptive sales of digital goods

New California law reminds us we don't own games and movies. Enlarge (credit: Carol Yepes | Moment) California recently became the first state to ban deceptive sales of so-called "disappearing media." On Tuesday, Governo.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsSep 26th, 2024

Snapchat"s AI upgrade will make you look as old as the features feel

Snapchat debuts AI features like My Selfie and upgraded My AI chatbot......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsSep 19th, 2024

A Data Scientist Resigned From Twitter and Blasted Elon Musk Directly to His Face

A Data Scientist Resigned From Twitter and Blasted Elon Musk Directly to His Face.....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsSep 19th, 2024

Mickey 17 trailer: 2025 already has its first bonkers sci-fi movie

All Robert Pattinson does is die (and fight with his clone) in the first trailer for Mickey 17, the long-awaited sci-fi film from Bong Joon-Ho......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsSep 18th, 2024

Snapchat is getting redesigned, plus new AI lens displays an old-aged you

Snap announced a lot of big changes coming to the Snapchat app starting today. There’s a major app redesign rolling out, plus new AI features including a lens that shows you an old-aged version of yourself. more….....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsSep 18th, 2024