New York Mayor sues social media firms for fueling youth mental health crisis
By Sourasis Bose (Reuters) – New York City Mayor Eric Adams said on Wednesday that his administration has filed a lawsuit against social media companies including Meta Platforms’ Facebook and…
Social media, much talk and few facts
Companies are not properly protecting minors X announced that it would hire a hundred moderators, and a bitter smile came to my face. It is a step forward from the…
Tinder, other Match dating apps encourage compulsive use, lawsuit claims
By Jonathan Stempel (Reuters) – Match Group was sued on Wednesday in a proposed class action claiming that its dating apps Tinder, Hinge and The League are designed to addict…
Google parent Alphabet ad revenue disappoints, CapEx up; shares sink 6%
By Jeffrey Dastin and Akash Sriram (Reuters) – Alphabet disappointed Wall Street on Tuesday as holiday-season advertising sales came in below expectations and the company said its spending on items…
Striking a balance with digital wellness in 2024
The intersection of technology and mental health has become a significant point of focus in an era defined by constant connectivity and digital ubiquity. The concept of digital wellness has…
Meta’s plan to develop its powerful AI
Meta’s plan: In the race for artificial intelligence, there is also Meta, and it could not be otherwise. Because between Facebook and Instagram, WhatsApp and Oculus, as well as the latest…
Meet the talent: Zo Joshua Seong-ho, CEO SPACE ELVIS
Place of residence: Seoul, South Korea Position: CEO of SPACE ELVIS Please describe your day at SPACE ELVIS. I usually prefer to commute by walking rather than taking subways or other public…
Florida lawmakers vote to restrict children’s access to social media
By Steve Gorman (Reuters) – The Florida House of Representatives approved on Wednesday a bill aimed at barring children aged 16 and younger from social media platforms, following similar action…
How to stop phubbing: 5 golden rules
Phubbing, or phone snubbing, refers to the act of ignoring someone in a social setting by paying more attention to one’s phone. It can strain relationships and hinder effective communication.…
What is sharenting and how it affects kids’ privacy
Here’s what you should know about sharenting and why it’s in your child’s interest to avoid doing it. Sharenting: Parenting in the 21st century is deeply intertwined with technology. Whether…