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TikTok ban update — what it could mean for you and what happens next
By Alan Martin published
TikTok’s possible ban in the United States still has a few hurdles to clear. Here’s what may or may not happen next.
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TikTok faces ban — here's 3 ways it can survive
By Ryan Morrison published
We are getting closer to an outright TikTok ban in the U.S. but there could be a way to save it from closure.
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TikTok ban bill just approved by House — what you need to know
By Don Reisinger published
Here's what happens next
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Facebook Portal review (2nd gen)
By Mike Prospero last updated
The second-generation Facebook Portal smart display is a big improvement over the original, privacy issues notwithstanding.
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Facebook introduces new Link History feature — what is it and what it means for you
By Josh Render published
Facebook is aiming to introduce a new link history setting for its mobile app. Will this make navigating the app simpler or is it another form of data collection?
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Instagram adds AI-powered background editing tool — here's how to use it
By Don Reisinger published
Instagram has added a new background-generating AI tool to let you take the power of generative AI to your stories.
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Social media giants face the heat in child safety lawsuits
By Krishi Chowdhary published
vpn Social media platforms are under scrutiny for their lack of child safety measures after a US district judge dismissed their demand for immunity under section 230.
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How to change your name on Facebook
By Nikshep Myle published
Follow these short and simple steps to change your name on Facebook.
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