Families sue Meta, TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube over deaths of four teens
Four US families filed wrongful death lawsuits against major social media companies, alleging their algorithms contributed to teen suicides.
The Business Standard · +14 outlets
More than a dozen states sue TikTok for allegedly addictive algorithm
A multistate lawsuit targets TikTok's algorithm as harmful to young users, adding to mounting regulatory pressure on the platform.
Mashable · +14 outlets
Snap blocks AI-only videos from Spotlight as contributors climb 120%
Snapchat bans entirely AI-generated content from its Spotlight feed amid a surge in creator contributions and industry-wide crackdowns on AI slop.
PPC Land · +3 outlets
Reddit tests video and audio formats for viral posts
Reddit experiments with new video and listening formats for viral posts, potentially expanding its content offerings beyond text.
parameter.io · +14 outlets
Australia defends teen social media ban after study shows most still online
Australia stands by its teen social media restrictions despite a study finding most minors still access platforms.
Japan Today · +8 outlets
White House uses Drake track in deportation video, sparks fury
The White House faces backlash for using a Drake song in a deportation-themed video, with critics accusing the administration of poor taste.
International Business Times UK
MySpace plans major comeback, owners promise to challenge Facebook
MySpace's owners announce plans to revive the once-iconic social network as a new competitor to Facebook.
HOKANEWS.COM · +1 outlets
TikTok becomes official digital partner of Gulf Football Federation
TikTok expands into sports sponsorship by partnering with the Gulf Football Federation as its official digital partner.
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TikTok CEO Chew Shou Zi urges graduates to stay curious in age of AI
TikTok's CEO delivers a commencement speech at NTU in Singapore, advising PhD graduates on navigating an AI-driven world.
straitstimes.com · +2 outlets
Deleted TikTok posts by anonymous accounts sparked Ceuta mass crossings, says El Pais
Spanish newspaper El Pais reports that deleted TikTok posts from anonymous accounts incited mass border crossings in Ceuta.
Morocco World News
BJP leaders turn to Instagram after CJP agitation
Indian politicians from the BJP party increasingly use Instagram as a communication tool following farmer protest-related agitation.
The Business Standard · +14 outlets
Convicted murderer in Nigerian prison hosts TikTok live sessions
A death-row inmate in Nigeria allegedly runs TikTok live shows and businesses from prison, raising security and ethics questions.
Legit.ng · +3 outlets
Indians spending 50 hours per month on Instagram, report finds
A new report highlights that Indian users average 50 hours monthly on Instagram, underscoring the platform's deep engagement in the region.
Trak.in · +14 outlets
Yalla Sahel, TikTok join forces to boost North Coast tourism in Egypt
TikTok partners with the Egyptian Yalla Sahel initiative to promote digital tourism along the North Coast.
Ahram Online · +1 outlets
Gwyneth Paltrow makes TikTok debut with topless video
Gwyneth Paltrow joins TikTok with a buzzy first post featuring travel montages and a topless-in-bed scene, drawing wide media coverage.
Cinemablend · +12 outlets
Labor and delivery nurses fired for viral TikTok mocking patients
Nurses lost their jobs after posting a TikTok video making fun of patients, highlighting risks of workplace content creation.
Motherly · +14 outlets
Crumbl's Hot Cheetos cookie splits TikTok
Crumbl's controversial new flavor sparks sharp debate across TikTok, reflecting the brand's strong social media resonance.
USA Today · +1 outlets
TikToker forced to resign from bank job after office vlogs expose sensitive areas
A Nigerian bank employee is reportedly asked to resign after TikTok videos posted from the office revealed confidential areas.
Gistlover · +7 outlets