Instagram has introduced Live Rooms, doubling the capacity of its Live on Instagram feature.
TikTok Settles Privacy Suit For $92 Million
TikTok has agreed to pay $92 million to settle a lawsuit in the US over its privacy practices.
US Bill Would Allow Small News Publishers to Band Together Against Social Media
A new bill would pave the way for small news publishers to work together to negotiate better deals with tech companies.
Facebook Faces Fallout From Australian News Ban
Facebook is already facing fallout from its decision to block Australian news sources, with government sites impacted and calls of bullying.
TikTok Runs Afoul of European Consumer Law
TikTok has found itself in trouble with the European Consumer Organisation BEUC, as a result of multiple infractions against EU consumer laws.
Facebook Oversight Board Open to Other Platforms Joining
The Facebook Oversight Board has a nearly impossible task but, if it succeeds, it’s open to other platforms joining its efforts.
Senators Want to Reform Section 230 Protections
Senators have introduced a bill to limit the protection afforded to tech companies by Section 230 and reform the legislation.
Clearview AI Dealt Blow in Canada, Called Illegal
Clearview AI has been dealt its biggest blow yet, with Canada calling the app illegal and demanding it delete photos of Canadian citizens.
Mozilla CEO Calls For More Transparency to Combat Online Hate
In the wake of President Trump’s ban from Twitter, Mozilla CEO Mitchell Baker is calling for more transparency from internet platforms.
Twitter Bans Trump Permanently
Twitter has banned President Trump from its platform permanently, following an initial ban of 12 hours.