Meta lays off employees at WhatsApp and Instagram
Meta fired another two dozen staff in Los Angeles for allegedly misusing their $25 meal credits
WhatsApp introduces 'Image Search' feature for verification, authenticity
Directly upload on Google to find out the origin of image
Britain, US set up working group to improve children's online safety
Companies that fail to comply could face fines of up to £18 million ($22.3m)
WhatsApp introduces mention feature for stories and status updates
WhatsApp has introduced a like feature for stories and statuses.
Facebook seeks to attract young adults with new community, video features
Facebook announced two new tabs called 'Local' and 'Explore'
Meta 'AI Dubbing' feature will translate reels
Currently, reels could be translated into English and Spanish
YouTube unveils major updates to Shorts, competing with TikTok
Now you can upload longer shorts with an option to remix clips as wells as discover trends
Instagram introduces 'best practices' offering creators personalised guidance for growth, monetization
Insta head asserts authenticity still plays a key role in audience engagement.
Threads integrates location feature to provide users personalised content
Collecting users’ location data would be valuable for targeted advertising.
World News Day - It's time to 'choose truth'
The theme of World News Day 2024 is ‘Choose Truth’ which has been designed by Daily Maverick of SA.
Meta AI's 'Imagine' features design, edit images, create captions for you
You don't need a design and edit tool for your photos anymore
TikTok removes Russian state media accounts for 'covert influence operations' ahead of US election
TikTok’s announcement came a week after Meta Platforms, banned accounts from its apps
Social Media use banned for police officers and personnel in Islamabad
Police officers and personnel were banned from making videos or taking photographs in police uniform
Punjab School Education Department bans social media use for officers and teachers
According to the notification, the use of social media by teachers and officers was prohibited.
US accuses social media giants of 'vast surveillance'
FTC staff cited a report that such platforms were found to harm the mental health of young users
KP police ban social media use for officers, personnel
The directive restricted all ranks of officers and personnel from using platforms.
FIA to probe posts from PTI founder's social media accounts against national security: Tarar
Messages are tantamount to sedition, and creating an anarchy in the country.
Meta to start using public posts on Facebook, Instagram in UK to train AI
NOYB says notifications were insufficient to meet EU's stringent privacy and transparency rules.
Journalists boycott PTI leaders' presser
CM Gandapur should not have used abusive words against journalists, women: Salman Akram Raja
Australia threatens fines for social media giants enabling misinformation
Bill seeks to prevent election,public health disinformation,free speech advocates warn of censorship
Australia plans age limit to ban children from social media
Parents expected a response to online bullying and harmful material present on social media.
Meta to let you message, call to third party apps
It is expected that these features will be introduced by 2027
How YouTube is going to protect content creators from AI misuse?
Tools will identify facial and voice deefakes of creators
YouTube introduces new parental controls for teen accounts
Parents will also have access to guidance resources for teen’s responsible content creation
Snapchat to integrate ads in messaging feed, introduce smart glasses
It may create among confusion among users to access messages from their friends
Federal govt bans unauthorised social media use for govt employees
The memorandum mandates adherence to Government Servants (Conduct) Rules 1964
IHC full bench to hear contempt plea over 'smear campaign' against Justice Tariq Mehmood Jahangiri
Court issued notices to Gharida Farooqi, Hasan Ayub, Ammar Solangi, FIA, PTA etc
WhatsApp introduces exciting features, making communication engaging
Interact with Meta AI, express your emotions with stickers
California issues draft regulations for operating autonomous trucks
California issues draft regulations for operating autonomous trucks
TikTok 'Manage Topics' feature lets you control your feed
Get content on your 'For You' page as per your interests and choices
Instagram introduces interesting features for creativity flow
Add text on pictures with variety of fonts, colors and animations
Instagram unveils new profile music feature, offering exclusive tracks as well
Sabrina Carpenter's new song teaser will also be available
Inciting riots in UK: Court grants one-day physical remand of Farhan Asif
Asif was arrested for allegedly inciting riots in Britain through spreading fake news, says FIR
Slight improvement in internet speeds across Pakistan following firewall installation
A slight improvement in internet speeds and social media app performance has been observed.
Firewall installation disrupts internet, social media connectivity
Several businesses, freelancing have been affected
Meta's Instagram failed to curtail hate speech against women politicians, report says
Women of color are more likely to be targets of sexist and racist abuse.
Neeraj, Manu relationship rumours are baseless
Social media users are in frenzy about both Olympians
TikTok introduces features, competing WhatsApp
Group chats and sticker features make communication convenient
YouTube to integrate Gemini, helping creators in content creation
Google aims to encourage creators to utilise its tools, competing with ChatGPT
Fans go wild over latest Instagram pics as Saba Qamar stuns in western chic
Saba Qamar shared some new photos on her official Instagram account
Govt to regulate use of VPNs through whitelisting, says PTA
Users have to register themselves for authorised use of VPNs for social media
Pakistan to launch its own communication app 'Beep'
Currently, its available for government officials only
New regulatory license for social media platforms in Malaysia to fight cyber offences
legal action to be taken if social media services fail to apply for a license by 1 January 2025
WhatsApp rolls out interesting features for video calls
Use filters, increase light and change background
Now you can find songs on TikTok by singing or humming them
This feature is currently being tested in selected regions and is not yet available to all users.
Meta oversight board tells company to clean up rules on AI-generated pornography
board identified the two women public figures from India, US, citing privacy concerns
WhatsApp tests file sharing without internet feature
You can share media and files to nearby devices without internet
Now you can add multiple audio tracks to Instagram Reels
You don't need video editors to upload various audios.
YouTube unveils new features for Shorts, competing with TikTok and Reels
Remix your video with any video of creator and customise captions
US signs agreement with 3 social media giants aimed at preventing distribution of synthetic drugs
The deal with social media giants include Meta, X and Snapchat.
Meta expands hate speech policy to remove more posts targeting 'Zionists'
Meta has been criticized for years on how it handles content involving the Middle East
IHC Bar Association calls on meeting on malicious campaign against Justice Tariq Jahangiri
Bar Association has condemned the malicious campaign on social media
YouTube's AI eraser tool let creators remove copyrighted music
Remove copyrighted audios without affecting other sounds in the video
Maryam advocates Punjab Defamation Act amid misuse of social, mainstream media
Says initiative mandatory to check the practice of levelling unfounded allegations
Meta's Threads hits 175 million users ahead of one-year anniversary
Threads does not have advertising and, as such, makes little to no money for Meta.
How does the firewall system protect social media users?
Legal action will be taken against the content creator found violating laws
Users can request take down of content cloning their voice, appearance on YouTube
YouTube updates policy to address AI-generated content privacy concerns
EU accuses Meta of breaking digital rules with paid ad-free option
Meta’s model doesn’t allow users to exercise their right to “freely consent”
EU set to charge Meta over 'pay or consent', FT reports
The choice presented by Meta risks giving users a false alternative
TikToker Ayesha pardons all accused in Minar-e-Pakistan assault case
The additional district and sessions judge, Gul Abbas, conducted the proceedings of her case.
Meta to introduce AI chatbots on Instagram
Assist creators, businesses to interact seamlessly with their followers, customers
YouTube introduces picture-in-picture, download features for Shorts
Also testing AI tool for conversations
YouTube to roll out 'Sleep Timer' feature for its Android app
Let users pause video at specific time and resume it on that time
US Surgeon General calls for social media warning labels to protect adolescents
The U.S. Congress would need to pass legislation requiring such a warning label
Global audiences suspicious of AI-powered newsrooms, report finds
News influencers are playing a bigger role than mainstream media in delivering the news
YouTube tests context 'notes' feature for videos
This feature is currently available only in the U.S. and in English.
Apple, Meta set to face EU charges under landmark tech rules, sources say
The DMA requires Big Tech to open up space for smaller rivals to compete
X's lawsuit against Media Matters to head to trial in April 2025
X's lawsuit against Media Matters to head to trial in April 2025
YouTube to let creators experiment with multiple thumbnails at once
Creators can determine which thumbnail got more attention and views
Govt to install firewall to control social media
It will have special feature called “deep packet inspection”
Attempts to disrupt Pakistan-China ties will be foiled: Tarar
Remarks no one can be bigger than Pakistan
New York lawmakers pass measure to protect youths on social media
Social media platforms generated $11 billion from advertising to minors in 2022
TikTok tests Snapchat-inspired streaks feature to boost engagement
This move aligns with TikTok's ongoing efforts to innovate and retain its user community
Meta's WhatsApp launches new AI tools for businesses
AI tools would give business the possibility to optimize ad delivery to users most likely to engage
What parents should know to protect their kids on social media
Bullying, the risk of developing eating disorders and suicidal thoughts are risks
YouTube toughens policy on gun videos and youth; critics say proof will be in enforcement
YouTube requires users under 17 to get their parent’s permission before using their site
Former Meta engineer sues company saying he was fired over handling of Gaza content
The company has faced accusations that it was suppressing expressions of support for Palestinians
Spain's data watchdog blocks two EU election tools from Meta's Instagram, Facebook
The tools, "Election Day Information" (EDI) and "Voter Information Unit" (VIU), would violate act
Meta's Facebook says it is attracting most young adults in 3 years
More than 40 million U.S. and Canadian adults aged 18 to 29 now check Facebook daily
Generative AI deception held in check: Meta
Facebook has been accused for years of being used as a powerful platform for election disinformation
One Tech Tip: Want to turn off Meta AI?
if you want to limit it, there are some (imperfect) workarounds
Meta identifies networks pushing deceptive content likely generated by AI
Meta identifies networks pushing deceptive content likely generated by AI
Families of Uvalde school shooting victims sue Meta, Microsoft, gunmaker
19 children and two teachers were killed on May 24, 2022
Russian rights group says YouTube threatens to block its anti-war channel
OVD-Info's Kak Teper would be the first Russian human rights channel to be banned on YouTube
Meta's Rayban integrates Instagram, Amazon Music, Calm App
Provides seamless user experience and acts as AI assistant
Social media spreading misinformation about Kyrgyzstan situation: Dar
Says he has had a detailed telephonic discussion with his Kyrgyz counterpart
US, TikTok seek fast-track schedule, ruling by Dec. 6 on potential ban
The law, signed by Joe Biden on April 24, gives ByteDance until Jan. 19 to sell TikTok or face a ban
TikTok to roll out 60-minutes long video feature
TikTok is trying to diversify its content time duration
Dance videos of Modi, Mamata Banerjee turn up AI heat in Indian election
Officials concede tracking AI, online content difficult
EU probes Facebook, Instagram over child protection
The probe is the second looking into Meta's Facebook and Instagram under the EU's new DSA
Only those having an agenda against proposed Punjab defamation law: Azma Bokhari
Says professional journalists can’t have any problem with the move
Meta to shut Workplace app to focus on AI, metaverse
Stoking concerns of surging costs that could hit growth
TikTok creators file suit to block US divestment or ban law
Says the law threatens free speech and "promises to shutter a discrete medium of communication
WhatsApp to roll out new feature to block screenshots of profile photos
Enhancing the security and privacy of users
Australian regulator says Musk's X should not set limits of internet law
Dispute was not a debate about free speech but Australian law practice
Meta to expand AI image generation offerings for ads
Images generated by Meta AI assistant touted as a key safety feature
TikTok, ByteDance sue to block US law seeking sale or ban of app
TikTok has spent $2 billion to implement measures to protect the data of U.S. users
Do Facebook users have right to control their feeds?
Lawsuit against Meta asks what does to see on feed or what do not
WhatsApp to roll out a new feature to save storage space
Select only relevant and useful information and save storage
Instagram to increase reach of small, original creators
New changes will be introduced in next few months
Tech platforms make pitch for ad deals as TikTok is roiled by politics
TikTok is expected to generate $8.66 billion in U.S. ad revenue this year
WhatsApp to roll out 'event planning' feature in groups and communities
It will make communication efficient and convenient
Abu Dhabi-backed group ends Telegraph takeover bid
Abu Dhabi-backed group ends Telegraph takeover bid
Explainer: What is so special about TikTok's technology
Algorithms, short video format made TikTok so successful globally
US Homeland Security names AI safety, security advisory board
Develop recommendations for various sectors and prevent and address AI disruptions
Musk's X says posts of Australia bishop stabbing don't promote violence
An attack on an Assyrian bishop in Sydney, 16-year-old boy has been charged with terrorism
ByteDance prefers TikTok shutdown in US if legal options fail
TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance's total revenues and daily active users
Chinese vendors go to TikTok school to reach buyers abroad
Chinese companies increasingly market themselves to overseas consumers at lower prices
Dutch privacy watchdog recommends government organisations stop using Facebook
On ground of users' personal data
Meta releases early versions of its Llama 3 AI model
Two smaller versions of Llama 3 rolling out now, with 8 billion parameters and 70 billion parameters
Apple removes WhatsApp, Threads from China app store on government order
Based on China's national security concerns
Telegram platform to hit 1 bln users within year, founder says
Goal is to remain a "neutral platform" and not a "player in geopolitics"
Meta oversight board reviews handling of AI-created celebrity porn
The board, funded by the social media giant but operates independently
Electricity distribution companies are involved in overbilling: Naqvi
Says crackdown in progress against power theft, tariffs are too high
When Facebook blocks news, studies show the political risks that follow
Facebook says news holds no economic value to its business
Meta tests 'Meta AI' on WhatsApp, Instagram in Pakistan, India and other markets
Ask any question and seek content recommendation
TikTok's popularity among European politicians rises despite security fears
French President Emmanuel Macron enjoys 4 million followers since joining TikTok in 2020
US lawmakers strike deal on data privacy legislation
A right to prevent selling of personal information or compel its deletion.
X challenges Brazil's 'forced' order to block certain accounts
Lead to a total loss of revenue and shut down of the offices
Inside Big Tech's underground race to buy AI training data
Tech companies are also quietly paying for content locked behind paywalls and login screens
Meta overhauls rules on deepfakes, other altered media
Start applying "Made with AI" labels in May to AI-generated media
Instagram to roll out 'Blend,' recommended Reels for you, your bae
This feature might give an edge to Instagram over TikTok
Georgia joins states seeking parental permission before children join social media
Would ban social media use on school devices and internet services
4 Canadian school boards sue Snapchat, TikTok and Meta for disrupting students' education
Parents are noticing social withdrawal, anxiety, attention problems, cyber bullying
YouTube lets creators share exclusive Shorts with their paid subscribers
Creators can share their exclusive content targeting for paid viewers
Facebook News tab will soon be unavailable as Meta scales back news and political content
This step comes amid criticism on promoting misinformation and political polarization
LinkedIn to roll out TikTok-like video feed in its app
Provide avenues to creators and professionals to get audience
Trump's social media company approved to go public, potentially netting former president billions
Trump's Truth Social will soon begin trading on the Nasdaq stock market
WhatsApp to roll out AI photo editor, 1-min status duration
These features are in development now, will be released soon
Content creators worry about miseducation in a world without TikTok
Everything changed when a teacher learned about the social media platform
YouTube TV to roll out Multiview feature to iPhone, iPad, Android in few months
Now, viewers can watch four screens at a time
Meta, Microsoft, X and Match join Epic Games' battle against Apple
Epic had sued Apple in 2020, saying it violated antitrust law
Meta expects first shipments of new Nvidia chips later this year
Chips needed to power most cutting-edge artificial intelligence work
EU's Vestager warns about Apple, Meta fees, disparaging rival products
Companies discouraging users from switching to rivals by disparaging them
Australian regulator demands social media firms disclose anti-terrorism efforts
It has had the power to demand big tech firms give information about illegal content
Supreme Court eyes government contacts with social media platforms
Supreme Court eyes government contacts with social media platforms
Turkey moves against Meta over Threads-Instagram data sharing
"violate competition law and cause irreparable damage" in the market
TikTok urges US users to call senators to vote no on ban
The future of creativity and communities you love on TikTok could be shut down, says notice
Reddit receives FTC inquiry on AI-related deals ahead of IPO
Reddit struck a deal with Google for AI training
WhatsApp unveils security feature for users privacy
Users can now unlock their account by multiple ways
Instagram dethrones TikTok as the most downloaded app
The popularity of Instagram rose due to its reels feature copied from TikTok
WhatsApp introduces feature to pin up to 3 messages in chat
This new feature is only available to beta android users
Working women: Kyoto seeks to guard geishas from tourist 'paparazzi'
These 'women of art' perform traditional Japanese dance, music and games in the teahouses
Musk says X's long-form videos will soon be available on smart TVs
In the push to become a "video-first platform", X has been forging partnerships
Meta urged by US states to combat Facebook, Instagram account hijackings
The states urged Meta to spend more money to prevent account takeovers
Europe's Digital Markets Act is forcing tech giants to make changes. Here's what that will look like
The DMA is the latest in a series of regulations that Europe has passed as a global leader
India asks tech firms to seek approval before releasing 'unreliable' AI tools
India has been tightening regulations for social media companies
Indian farmers to march on New Delhi in call for higher crop prices
The protests under the “Delhi Chalo March” began in early February
Domestic tourism: Years removed from war, Iraqis seek new desert escapades
Iraq deserts have long attracted hunters, both locals and visitors from neighbouring Gulf countries
WhatsApp unveils search by date feature in chats to retrieve old messages
Now you can get rid of hassle of searching messages
Meta says it will no longer pay for news in Australia, Germany and France
Meta wouldn't invest into commercial deals
Meta to set up team to counter disinformation, AI abuse in EU elections
European Parliament elections will take place June 6
WhatsApp unveils new text formatting feature for enhanced communication
Now, you can leverage you communication with text formatting
Let's befriend: Marwat, Gohar reconcile with pledge to build better relations
The PTI leaders hugged each other at a party office
Meta's Oversight Board includes Threads under its purview
Board members will examine Meta's content decisions based on Instagram's community guidelines
Instagram expands its marketplace feature connecting creators, brands
Brands will filter out creators as per content category
Slayings of tourists and Colombian women expose the dark side of Medellin tourism boom
Mayor says this area has spun out of control
Meta believes it is not required to pay for Indonesia news content posted voluntarily
The law stipulates that digital platforms and news publishers should strike partnerships
WhatsApp to allow users to make swift calls with favorite contacts feature
This update will remove the hassle of searching contacts
WhatsApp lowers age limit for usage in the UK and EU
Now, WhatsApp is accessible to users aged 13 and above
Meta's Mark Zuckerberg to visit South Korea
Zuckerberg is expected to meet Samsung Electronics chairman Jay Y. Lee
WhatsApp to roll out secret code feature for web users to enhance privacy
Locked-Chats will get another layer of security
Italy watchdog forces TikTok to remove 'French scar' challenge videos
The challenge prompted an investigation by Italy's antitrust authority
Meta's Facebook, Instagram to charge Apple service fee for posts 'boosted' via iOS apps
Users to pay an extra 30% service charge to app store operator Apple
Dance moves and deepfakes: Indonesia presidential candidates duke it out on TikTok
There are 125 million TikTok users in Indonesia
Google to face US antitrust trial over digital ads in September
Google separately faces a similar March 2025 trial in US federal court in Texas
ECP to issue code of conduct for social media activists
Social media activists will not try to influence voters
Ultimate World Cruise passengers become social media stars
An American couple, Nancy and Mike Jacobs, now has more than 63,000 followers on TikTok
