Snapchat Blocks 415k Under-16 Accounts in Australia
Snapchat has disabled over 415,000 accounts belonging to users under 16 in Australia following new social media age restrictions, while warning of flaws in age-verification technology.
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Snapchat Locks 415k+ Australian Accounts Under Ban
Snapchat has disabled or locked over 415,000 accounts in Australia since the under-16s social media ban began, citing technical gaps in age verification.
TikTok Users Rethink App Amid Privacy and Censorship Concerns
American TikTok users are stepping away from the app due to new ownership deals and updated terms, citing privacy risks and censorship issues as key reasons for their departure.
TikTok's Rocky First Week Under US Ownership Sparks Crisis
TikTok's transition to American ownership has been tumultuous, with a major outage, allegations of political censorship, and a surge for competitor Upscrolled, raising questions about its future stability.
Boomer Slang Revival: Gen Z Adopts Vintage British Terms
A new trend sees Gen Z reviving forgotten Boomer slang, with words like 'lass' and 'scran' surging in popularity on social media, driven by influencers and apps.
Celebrity Instagram Filter Backlash Exposed
A wave of nostalgia for heavily edited 2016 selfies contrasts with current celebrity filter use, as stars like Karren Brady and Katie Price face scrutiny for their altered online appearances versus real-life looks.
Liberals Lost Internet Battle to Emotion & Attention
Analysis reveals how centrist politicians lost ground online by focusing on disinformation while reactionaries mastered the attention economy through emotion-driven content on platforms like TikTok and X.
Boy Aquarium: TikTok's Ice Hockey Rink Rebrand
Women on TikTok are calling ice hockey arenas 'boy aquariums', inspired by romance novels and TV shows. The trend sees fans comparing players to fish in tanks.
Boy Aquarium: TikTok Trend Rebrands Ice Hockey Rinks
A viral TikTok trend sees women renaming ice hockey arenas 'boy aquariums', inspired by hockey romance novels and TV shows like Icebreaker and Heated Rivalry.
TikTok Exodus Surges 150% After Trump-Linked Takeover
US TikTok users are deleting the app at a rate 150% higher following a takeover by a Trump-aligned group, citing censorship fears and privacy concerns, boosting rival platforms.
TikTok Users Delete App After Trump Ally Takeover
TikTok uninstallations in the US have surged by 150% following a takeover by a Trump-loyal investment group, sparking censorship fears and boosting rival apps.
TikTok Users Flee App Following Trump Ally Takeover
US TikTok users are deleting the app en masse after a Trump-aligned investor group took control, with reports of content suppression and privacy concerns driving a 150% surge in uninstalls.
Sharenting Debate: Blame Parents or Offer Support?
Experts clash over 'sharenting' - parents sharing children's photos online. While some argue against vilifying pressured parents, others highlight privacy risks and psychological harm to children.
Gay Drama Becomes Surprise Hit in Russia Despite Ban
The LGBTQ+ ice hockey series 'Heated Rivalry' has become an unexpected phenomenon in Russia, achieving record viewer ratings despite strict anti-gay laws and no official release in the country.
TikTok Deletions Rise Sharply After US Deal
App analytics indicate a sharp increase in TikTok deletions in the US following a new deal securing its future, amid terms changes and privacy debates.
Khaby Lame's £707m Business Sale & TikTok Fortune
Senegalese-Italian TikTok sensation Khaby Lame, the platform's most followed user with 160 million followers, has sold his brand management company for a staggering $975 million (£707 million) to Hong Kong's Rich Sparkle, making him a controlling sharehol
Millennials Find Old MySpace Profiles Still Exist With Photos
Millennials are discovering their old MySpace profiles from the 2000s remain online with profile pictures and friends lists visible, sparking nostalgia and surprise among users.
Teens Demand Social Media Crackdown in UK
New polling reveals three-quarters of young Britons want tougher social media regulation as political pressure mounts for age restrictions and safety measures.
Lili Reinhart Quits X After Horrific Online Abuse Over Politics
Riverdale actress Lili Reinhart details disturbing rape threats received on Elon Musk's X platform after declaring support for Kamala Harris, leading to her permanent departure from the social media site.
TikTok Rivals Surge Amid Trump Censorship Claims
Alternative social media apps Skylight and UpScrolled experience a download surge as TikTok faces allegations of censoring content critical of Trump and his administration.
TikTok Alternatives Surge Amid Trump Censorship Claims
Skylight and UpScrolled experience record downloads as TikTok faces boycott calls and a censorship probe following its takeover by Trump-aligned investors.
Mother Calls for Social Media Ban After Son's Suicide
Jane Johnson believes social media contributed to her 19-year-old son Leo's suicide through 'comparison culture'. She supports a proposed ban for under-16s as the government launches a consultation.
California Probes TikTok Over Anti-Trump Censorship Claims
California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced an investigation into TikTok following user reports of suppressed anti-Trump videos and blocked mentions of 'Epstein' on the platform.
Looksmaxxing: The Dangerous Obsession With Appearance
The troubling trend of 'looksmaxxing' among young men represents the extreme endpoint of society's fixation on physical perfection, involving risky procedures and toxic ideologies.
Stalter Deletes TikTok Over ICE Censorship Claims
Comedian Megan Stalter deletes TikTok account, alleging platform restricts ICE criticism content. TikTok blames power outage for system failures affecting views and uploads.
Hacks Star Megan Stalter Leaves TikTok Over ICE Policies
Actress-comic Megan Stalter announces departure from TikTok, citing platform's ties to ICE and alleged censorship of her anti-ICE content, while urging followers to delete the app.
Jessica Named as Gen Z's New 'Karen' in Viral Trend
A new social media trend has identified 'Jessica' as the millennial equivalent of 'Karen', with specific behavioural characteristics attributed to the name.
Egypt Plans Social Media Restrictions for Children
Egypt's Parliament is drafting legislation to regulate children's social media use, citing 'digital chaos' concerns, following similar moves in Australia, UK, and France.
Father Opposes Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Ian Russell, whose daughter Molly died after viewing harmful content, argues against blanket bans, advocating instead for strengthened Online Safety Act enforcement.
Children as Guinea Pigs in Social Media Experiment
A generation of children are overexposed online by parents seeking clout, with figures like Brooklyn Beckham and Prince Harry highlighting the psychological toll and impending backlash.
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