TikTok reportedly testing ‘watch history’ feature so users can recover lost videos
TikTok users know the pain of watching an amazing video, only to lose it because they accidentally swiped and refreshed their “For You” page. But good news seems to be coming.
Sen. Mitt Romney meets artist Ritt Momney
Sen. Mitt Romney had the pleasure of meeting Utah-based artist Ritt Momney. Yes, you read that name correctly.
'Help me arrest this guy': TikTok influencer trying to track down serial thief
A social media influencer on TikTok is using the app to try to put away a serial thief.
Minnesota lawmakers mull restrictions on social media algorithms for kids
The divided Minnesota Legislature may have found something to agree on: getting tough on big technology companies.
Kanye West suspended from Instagram for 24 hours
Kanye West was placed on a 24-hour suspension by Instagram on March 16 for violating its policies on hate speech, harassment and bullying, a Meta spokesperson said.
DuckDuckGo ‘down ranks’ websites linked to Russian disinformation, CEO says
DuckDuckGo joins a growing list of tech and social media companies limiting access to users in Russia amid its invasion of Ukraine.
Minnesota AG joins national probe into TikTok impact on kids
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has joined a nationwide investigation into TikTok and its possible harmful effects on the mental health of children and teenager users.
States' TikTok investigation widens scrutiny of popular social media app
A TikTok investigation by several state attorneys general is underway to determine if the popular app is harmful to the young people who use it.
Truth Social, Trump's social media app, launches a year after Twitter ban
Former President Donald Trump’s Truth Social app was offered Monday on the Apple App store to a limited number of subscribers who preordered.
Facebook's daily active users fall for 1st time in its history
Facebook’s fourth-quarter earnings report shared this week revealed a drop in its daily active users, a first in its history.
‘Betty White Challenge’ to support Minnesota animal shelters
After dying on Dec. 31, 2021, at the age of 99, the 'Betty White Challenge' has taken to social media to inspire people to donate to local animal shelters.
Instagram testing chronological feed, other features
Adam Mosseri, head of Instagram, announced the company is testing out new ways for users to control what they see on their feed and hopes to launch the “full experience” during the first half of 2022.
The most memorable memes of 2021 explained
Remember Bernie Sanders’ mittens? Here are some of the most memorable internet memes of 2021 and a look at where they originated.
Minnesota, Wisconsin school districts cancel classes Friday over TikTok challenge
Police say they arrested two juveniles late Thursday evening after investigating threats made to Brainerd Public Schools, following a TikTok challenge that prompted schools across the country to close Friday.
Instagram unveils new teen safety tools ahead of congressional hearing
Instagram is rolling out new features, including one that urges teens to take breaks from the app, amid scrutiny on the Facebook-owned platform.