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Gradient app draws criticism over AI Face feature which purportedly promotes digital 'blackface'
Gradient's official page advertises AI Face with a description that reads: "Find out how you would look like if you were born on a different continent."
Twitter election hub hopes to guide voters and deliver accurate information on polls
Up until Election Day, public service announcements from non-partisan organisations for voting advocacy will reportedly be featured on Twitter.
'Captain America' star Chris Evans accidentally leaks nude picture and social media goes wild
Chris Evans quickly deleted the clip, but it was too late, and the damage had been done.
Ethanissupreme death: 17-year-old beauty influencer dies of suspected drug overdose
The teenager's father and his friend shared that the cause of his death was a drug overdose.
AR glasses from Facebook reportedly help users improve their perception
While most VR or AR research focuses on graphics, motion tracking, and immersive experiences, this one is geared towards audio.
Comedian Chris D'Elia accused of habitually exposing himself to women without consent
Claims from multiple women have come up on social media accusing D'Elia of trying to sexually engage with girls as young as 16.
Paedophiles use cheese and pizza emojis as secret code to advertise on social media
Accounts share photos of children on the beach or paddling pools wearing very little clothing
Bella Thorne makes record with first-day earning on OnlyFans
Bella Thorne earned $2 million (approx £1.5 million) through OnlyFans in just a week of creating her account on it.
Facebook potentially faces $500 bn lawsuit for alleged biometric data collection on Instagram
It seems the company's legal woes are not over as it is hit with a new class-action lawsuit over Instagram's alleged breach of privacy law.
British woman uses Facebook to trap man who raped and murdered her aunt
Tired of waiting for authorities to find the suspected killer, the murdered woman's niece used social media to locate the absconding man.
Prince Harry urges to rebuild 'digital landscape' that may have been 'dividing us'
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have reached out to major brands and corporations to make the change in the digital world.
Twitter users on Android should urgently upgrade to latest version for security: Developers
If left unpatched, hackers will be able to exploit the operating system's permissions to access direct messages.
Audi gets backlash for provocative advert featuring young girl eating a banana
The German car maker is in hot water for a sexually suggestive advert of its RS 4 Avant sports car series
TikTok controversy pushes content creators to consider Instagram Reels from Facebook
Instagram is launching Reels in over 50 countries on both iOS and Android operating systems via an in-app update.
TikTok: Talks of an impending ban push users to seek alternatives
Unless the terms specified by the TikTok and Microsoft deal do meet the expectations of U.S. President Donald Trump, it will likely fall through.
Selena Gomez on why she is taking break from social media; gives a glimpse of new house
The songstress "felt a little insensitive to post things that may be a little just... joyful or celebratory."
Five young women in Egypt sentenced to 2 years in prison for indecent posts on TikTok
Egyptian Parliament seeks to suspend TikTok for promoting nudity and immorality.
Instagrammer spared jail time after endangering public by throwing chair from high-rise
The young woman pleaded guilty to the charge of mischief endangering life and received a fine and community service.
Upsurge of COVID-19 cases prompt social media platforms to issue more reminders
Bill Gates recently criticised social media companies for their failure to address misinformation about the 2019 novel coronavirus
Twitter strictly cracking down on COVID-19 misinformation
Healthcare professionals have been voicing their concerns regarding the upsurge of fake news amid the SARS-CoV-2 crisis.
COVID-19: Fake messages circulating on Whatsapp detail UK lockdown plans
Last month, Whatsapp made a move to stop misinformation after it imposed a limit to the number of people a user can forward a message to.
Facebook announces worldwide project to track coronavirus
For now, the social media group is rolling out a survey asking users about symptoms they might be experiencing related to COVID-19.
Snapchat users in Europe, parts of US unable to use app to communicate during lockdown
Last week the Snapchat developer collaborated with WHO to introduce two new lenses to help with social distancing.
Saint Patrick's Day events cancelled, revellers asked to celebrate online
Irish government implores citizens to not organise private parties as pubs remain shut.
Drunk woman filmed urinating on train and wiping wet hands on seats
New South Wales police claims that soiling the public space was not a criminal offence.
What Does the Future of Instagram Look Like?
Since its debut in 2010, Instagram has been rapidly changing and evolving in order to keep up with technological advancements. With the arrival of the new decade, many people are wondering what Instagram has in store for the future.
Facebook: More than 267 million user accounts exposed, according to cybersecurity experts
Online security researchers claim that hackers were able to gather personal information from over 267 million Facebook users.
Xbox: Microsoft is already teasing limited-edition Series X models
Shortly after the reveal of Microsoft's new console, digital artists have been sharing mock-ups of customised Xbox Series X units.
Facebook on iOS 13.2.2 privacy risk as bug reportedly activates background camera
Facebook users currently on iOS 13.2.2 report a bug that launches the camera without any permission.
Halloween boom boosts cosmetics industry in the UK
Research has found a spike in sales for the UK cosmetics industry on Halloween since 2017.

