Social Media

Adam Mosseri, the boss of Instagram, has a smart idea to solve a big problem on social media. AI tools are getting very good at making fake photos and videos that look completely real. Soon, people might not know what is true and what is made by computers.

Bluesky, the rising social networking platform, has just added a feature many users wanted: private bookmarks. Called “Saved Posts,” the feature brings a more discreet way to collect posts for later, separating them from the public “likes” that everyone can see.

WhatsApp, the Meta-owned messaging platform, has banned over 98 lakh (9.8 million) Indian accounts in June as part of its ongoing crackdown against abuse and harmful activities on the platform. This massive enforcement action underscores the company's intensified efforts to combat fraud, spam, and misinformation across its largest user base globally.

In today’s digital era, it is not uncommon to see toddlers expertly swiping on screens before they can even form full sentences. While technology brings many conveniences and opportunities for learning, growing evidence suggests giving children smartphones before they turn 13 can damage their mental health well into adulthood.

Reddit, often called the "front page of the internet," is a platform where millions of users share ideas, news, and opinions. While it can be a hub for meaningful discussions, its anonymous nature also makes it a breeding ground for conspiracy theories and misinformation. What’s worse, these baseless claims often gain traction, catching the attention of media outlets that amplify them for clicks and views. This dangerous cycle has real-world consequences, and it’s time to ask: should countries ban Reddit to protect public discourse?

The TikTok ban has been one of the most debated decisions globally, especially in countries like the United States. While some argue that banning TikTok is a necessary move to safeguard national security, others see it as a hypocritical action. Let’s take a closer look at why TikTok was banned and whether these concerns stand up to scrutiny when compared to what the U.S. itself does with platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.