Tag: media
2 tech giants plan to cut staff, report says
Google and Meta plan to cut costs by reducing staff, the Wall Street Journal reported. WATCH the ABC News Live Stream Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_Ma8oQLmSM SUBSCRIBE to…
Author says brain chemistry changes after social media use | ABCNL
ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with author Max Fisher about his book “The Chaos Machine,” on how social media giants are changing the way we…
Instagram limits sensitive information for new users under 16 years of age
In an attempt to shield teens from inappropriate content, those accounts will have the most restrictive setting by default. source
Snapchat introduces dual camera
Snapchat rolls out a dual camera recording feature that will allow you to use both front-facing and rear-facing cameras. source
California passes online safety bill aimed at protecting children on the web
The bill would require apps and websites to strengthen their protections for young users. source
Meta looks to expands paid features across Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp
The company seeks opportunities to build new products and experiences for its customers. source
Missing teen found?
A missing California teenager may have been found by a group of volunteer divers who are popular on social media. ABC News’ Andrew Dymburt has…
YouTube launches dedicated page for podcasts
The page features popular channels that already have millions of subscribers. source
Trump calls for ‘immediate release’ of warrant, on social media | GMA
Hours before the deadline set by a federal judge, former president Donald Trump announced he will not oppose the release of the warrant behind the…
Snapchat announces in-app family center to promote safe social media usage
The family center aims to promote conversation between parents and minors about safe social media practices. source
The ‘anti-Instagram’ app
A new social media app is forcing its users to “be real†once a day with no filters. ABC News’ Will Ganss has more on…
Google urges Apple to add next-generation standard for text messaging
Plus, LG announced a new 97-inch OLED EX TV panel that debuts the company’s Cinematic Sound OLED and teens’ addiction to social media has nearly…
Model charged in boyfriend’s murder
Police said social media personality Courtney Tailor stabbed her boyfriend. ABC News’ Christine Sloan reports on the elevator video released in the case. source
Bretman Rock explores his rise to viral social media star | Nightline
The 24-year-old and star of his own MTV show speaks with ABC News on how his humble beginnings shaped the way he views fashion, self-expression…
Gugu Mbatha-Raw on media representation: ‘You have to start with you’ | ABCNL
ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with Gugu Mbatha-Raw about her latest role as executive producer and star of “Surface” on Apple TV+, and the importance…
Tik Talk: The tipsy bartender’s top drink tips | ABCNL
ABC News’ Kayna Whitworth spoke with Skyy John, known as @realtipsybarentender on TikTok, on his tips and tricks for making out-of-the-box drinks. ABC News Live…
Facebook’s parent company Meta misses earnings
Analysts said Meta’s profits declined because of slowing digital ad sales. source
Mom and daughter food critics
A mother-daughter team has turned their love of food into a full-time food-rating enterprise on TikTok. ABC News’ Will Ganss has more. source
Disability Pride Month | ABCNL
High school sweethearts are going viral on TikTok for showing their humorous and heartfelt relationship as an inter-abled couple. #DisabilityPrideMonth #tiktok source
How to easily remove yourself from a conversation on Twitter
The feature, called “Unmentioning,†allows users to control which conversations their mentioned in on Twitter. source
