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Digital life
fromMeduza
5 hours ago

Asian messaging apps surge 60% in Russia as Telegram faces restrictions, Kommersant reports - Meduza

Asian messaging apps gained popularity in Russia as Telegram faced restrictions, with Telega experiencing the highest growth at 160%.
Social media marketing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Social media was once a great global conversation. Now it's just individuals locked into their own private worlds | Tom Whyman

Twitter once felt like a global conversation platform that shaped personal relationships and values, but usage has significantly declined over time.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
2 days ago

X's messaging app, XChat, may be available soon

XChat is a new messaging app for X users, featuring end-to-end encryption and various privacy options, available for download on April 17.
#gmail
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
6 hours ago

Gmail Brings End-to-End Encryption to Android and iOS for Enterprise Users

Google introduces end-to-end encryption in Gmail for enterprise users on mobile devices, enhancing privacy and security for email communications.
Information security
fromTNW | Apps
3 days ago

Gmail's end-to-end encryption comes to mobile, a year after its web launch

Google has introduced end-to-end encryption for Gmail on Android and iOS, enabling secure email communication for mobile users.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
6 hours ago

Gmail Brings End-to-End Encryption to Android and iOS for Enterprise Users

Google introduces end-to-end encryption in Gmail for enterprise users on mobile devices, enhancing privacy and security for email communications.
Information security
fromTNW | Apps
3 days ago

Gmail's end-to-end encryption comes to mobile, a year after its web launch

Google has introduced end-to-end encryption for Gmail on Android and iOS, enabling secure email communication for mobile users.
#meta
Law
fromBBC News
2 days ago

Meta pulls Facebook ads for social media addiction clients

Meta faces significant legal challenges over child safety and social media addiction lawsuits in the US.
Artificial intelligence
fromArs Technica
54 minutes ago

Meta spins up AI version of Mark Zuckerberg to engage with employees

Meta launched an AI assistant and chatbots based on celebrities, allowing users to create their own AI characters amid concerns over child safety.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

PSA: If you use the Meta AI app, your friends will find out and it will be embarrassing | TechCrunch

Meta's Muse Spark AI model aims to revitalize its AI efforts amid concerns over past investments like the metaverse.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.benzinga.com
3 days ago

Meta's Spark vs ChatGPT, Gemini: 3.5B Users Edge - Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META)

Meta's new AI model, Spark, aims to leverage its vast user base for integration into existing apps rather than competing directly with established AI models.
Social media marketing
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Meta boots law firm ads seeking clients to sue over alleged Facebook, Instagram addiction

Meta is removing ads aimed at recruiting plaintiffs for lawsuits related to mental health effects of its platforms.
Law
fromBBC News
2 days ago

Meta pulls Facebook ads for social media addiction clients

Meta faces significant legal challenges over child safety and social media addiction lawsuits in the US.
Artificial intelligence
fromArs Technica
54 minutes ago

Meta spins up AI version of Mark Zuckerberg to engage with employees

Meta launched an AI assistant and chatbots based on celebrities, allowing users to create their own AI characters amid concerns over child safety.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

PSA: If you use the Meta AI app, your friends will find out and it will be embarrassing | TechCrunch

Meta's Muse Spark AI model aims to revitalize its AI efforts amid concerns over past investments like the metaverse.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.benzinga.com
3 days ago

Meta's Spark vs ChatGPT, Gemini: 3.5B Users Edge - Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META)

Meta's new AI model, Spark, aims to leverage its vast user base for integration into existing apps rather than competing directly with established AI models.
Social media marketing
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Meta boots law firm ads seeking clients to sue over alleged Facebook, Instagram addiction

Meta is removing ads aimed at recruiting plaintiffs for lawsuits related to mental health effects of its platforms.
Marketing
fromInc
2 days ago

The Biggest Missed Opportunity in Social Media Has Nothing to Do With Marketing

Brands must transition from social listening to social doing to leverage insights for transformative action.
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Apple update turns Czech mate for locked-out iPhone user

"The phone's very cracked, so, at this point, the photos contained in it are more valuable than the ability to use the phone itself. They're the main data that I care about and haven't backed up."
Apple
Roam Research
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

X brings back Voice Notes to X Chat | TechCrunch

X Chat now supports voice messages in direct messaging, enhancing its competitiveness with other messaging apps.
Media industry
fromWIRED
2 days ago

How the Internet Broke Everyone's Bullshit Detectors

Synthetic media is reshaping information warfare, prioritizing speed and virality over accuracy in online content.
Toronto startup
fromAol
5 days ago

Russia sees China's WeChat, Douyin as models for its homegrown Max messenger

Russia aims to develop its Max messaging app by modeling it after Tencent's WeChat and Douyin to enhance its functionality and user base.
#ai
#social-media
Social media marketing
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Psychology says people who never post on social media but check it every day aren't passive - they opted out of the performance while keeping the window, and keeping the window without paying the price is the most rational position available and the one the platform was specifically designed to make feel antisocial - Silicon Canals

Silent scrollers on social media actively choose to observe rather than post, demonstrating discipline and self-control contrary to common perceptions.
Social media marketing
fromTech Times
3 days ago

How Social Media Algorithms Work: Simple Tips to Boost Feed Visibility Fast

Social media algorithms prioritize content based on user engagement, timing, and quality to maximize user activity on the platform.
Relationships
fromHer Campus
3 days ago

SOCIAL MEDIA AND MODERN DATING

Social media complicates crushes by turning romance into a performance and influencing perceptions before actual interactions.
Digital life
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Does age verification for social media help protect kids?

Governments are implementing age limits on social media to protect minors, but experts question the effectiveness of such measures.
Law
fromEdSurge
5 days ago

Why the Social Media Addiction Case Isn't Over Yet - EdSurge News

Meta and Google were found negligent in designing apps that contribute to youth mental health issues.
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
3 days ago

They Knew, They Didn't Care, & We Are All Paying For It

Social media platforms like Instagram have been found liable for mental health damage to young users, with internal documents revealing harmful strategies targeting teens.
Social media marketing
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

Psychology says people who never post on social media but check it every day aren't passive - they opted out of the performance while keeping the window, and keeping the window without paying the price is the most rational position available and the one the platform was specifically designed to make feel antisocial - Silicon Canals

Silent scrollers on social media actively choose to observe rather than post, demonstrating discipline and self-control contrary to common perceptions.
Social media marketing
fromTech Times
3 days ago

How Social Media Algorithms Work: Simple Tips to Boost Feed Visibility Fast

Social media algorithms prioritize content based on user engagement, timing, and quality to maximize user activity on the platform.
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
4 days ago

Psychology says keeping your phone on silent isn't a communication preference - it's a nervous system preference, and the people who need it most are often the ones who spent years being on-call for everyone else's emergencies - Silicon Canals

Constant phone notifications can trigger stress responses, leading some to keep their phones on silent as a protective measure for their nervous system.
Angular
fromMedium
5 days ago

Build an AI app for chat and messaging

Building an AI chat app requires a structured approach from architecture to production using Hope AI and BitCloud.
UX design
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

The Hidden Risk Behind Every 'Frictionless' Digital Experience

Digital experiences should prioritize human agency over pressure tactics to foster trust and informed decision-making.
fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

Are People Speaking Less in This Age of Online Communication?

"While putting a number to the loss, there is much about those lost conversations that these data cannot answer. Were they lost with friends, or family, or with strangers?"
Psychology
Digital life
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

Is your phone listening to you?

Phones are not listening to conversations; targeted ads are based on user behavior and interests.
Social media marketing
fromInman
4 hours ago

The 'Carl's a mess' trend shows conversation outperforms

Earning attention requires participation and relatability, as cultural trends reflect real behaviors and invite audience engagement.
#cybersecurity
Privacy technologies
fromYahoo Tech
2 days ago

Hackers Are Using Your Home Router to Spy on Microsoft 365 Users

Russian spies exploited consumer routers to steal Microsoft 365 credentials from thousands of users, turning home devices into espionage tools.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

Microsoft Finds Vulnerability Exposing Millions of Android Crypto Wallet Users

A severe vulnerability in EngageLab's EngageSDK affects cryptocurrency wallet apps, risking exposure of sensitive user information.
Privacy technologies
fromYahoo Tech
2 days ago

Hackers Are Using Your Home Router to Spy on Microsoft 365 Users

Russian spies exploited consumer routers to steal Microsoft 365 credentials from thousands of users, turning home devices into espionage tools.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

Microsoft Finds Vulnerability Exposing Millions of Android Crypto Wallet Users

A severe vulnerability in EngageLab's EngageSDK affects cryptocurrency wallet apps, risking exposure of sensitive user information.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
2 days ago

This iPhone trick lets you use ChatGPT without the privacy risks

Using AI chatbots poses risks to privacy and data security, but Siri can help mask identity when accessing ChatGPT on iPhones.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

Browser Extensions Are the New AI Consumption Channel That No One Is Talking About

AI browser extensions pose significant security risks, often overlooked, with vulnerabilities and access that can compromise enterprise networks.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
3 days ago

Spotify will let you easily turn off video content across all devices

Spotify is introducing new video controls to allow users to fully switch off video content across all accounts.
Women in technology
fromNautil
3 days ago

This Is How People Who Use Emojis at Work Are Perceived

Emojis can negatively impact perceptions of competence in workplace communication, especially negative emojis.
Law
fromAxios
4 days ago

Scoop: Meta removes ads for social media addiction litigation

Lawyers are seeking new plaintiffs for class action lawsuits related to social media addiction, with ads running on major platforms.
#instagram
Social media marketing
fromBGR
1 week ago

Instagram Finally Found A Premium Feature You Might Want - And It's A Little Creepy - BGR

Instagram is a major revenue source for Meta, generating $71 billion by 2025, and is testing a subscription service with new features.
Social media marketing
fromBGR
1 week ago

Instagram Finally Found A Premium Feature You Might Want - And It's A Little Creepy - BGR

Instagram is a major revenue source for Meta, generating $71 billion by 2025, and is testing a subscription service with new features.
Information security
fromTechRepublic
2 days ago

Microsoft: Third-Party Android Vulnerability Leaves Over 50M Users Exposed

A critical flaw in the EngageLab SDK allowed malicious apps to exploit trusted permissions, affecting over 50 million Android users.
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Samsung is shutting down its texting app for U.S. customers

Samsung Messages will be discontinued in July, and users are advised to switch to Google Messages to maintain a consistent messaging experience on Android devices.
Mobile UX
Marketing tech
fromThe Globe and Mail
5 days ago

Opinion: Ads are coming to AI chats. Behold as the Internet is ruined all over again

OpenAI is expanding its advertising efforts in AI, following trends set by social media companies to generate revenue.
Digital life
fromWIRED
1 day ago

The Screenmaxxers Who Spend Every Waking Hour on Their Phones

Excessive screen time raises health concerns, yet some individuals, like Morgan Dreiss, embrace it as a normal part of their lives.
fromPopular Science
2 days ago

How to stop your smart TV from tracking you

Smart TVs are capable of tracking user data, including viewing habits and app usage, which can lead to personalized advertising and content recommendations. Users may prefer to limit this tracking to protect their privacy.
Privacy technologies
Social media marketing
fromBGR
2 days ago

Here's How Facebook Decides What Ads To Show You (And How To Change Them) - BGR

Facebook collects user data to personalize ads based on activity and interests.
#whatsapp
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
5 days ago

WhatsApp adds a better, native interface for CarPlay

Meta has improved WhatsApp for CarPlay with a native interface and enhanced features for user accessibility.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

WhatsApp notifies hundreds of users who installed a fake app that was actually government spyware | TechCrunch

WhatsApp notified 200 users about a malicious fake app containing spyware created by Italian firm SIO.
Information security
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Don't open that WhatsApp message, Microsoft warns

WhatsApp messages are being exploited to deliver malicious files that allow attackers to control victims' machines and access their data.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

WhatsApp rolls out updates including multiple accounts for iOS

WhatsApp introduces multiple updates including dual account support on iOS, chat history transfer, storage management, and AI features for photo editing and message drafting.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
5 days ago

WhatsApp adds a better, native interface for CarPlay

Meta has improved WhatsApp for CarPlay with a native interface and enhanced features for user accessibility.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

WhatsApp notifies hundreds of users who installed a fake app that was actually government spyware | TechCrunch

WhatsApp notified 200 users about a malicious fake app containing spyware created by Italian firm SIO.
Information security
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Don't open that WhatsApp message, Microsoft warns

WhatsApp messages are being exploited to deliver malicious files that allow attackers to control victims' machines and access their data.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
2 weeks ago

WhatsApp rolls out updates including multiple accounts for iOS

WhatsApp introduces multiple updates including dual account support on iOS, chat history transfer, storage management, and AI features for photo editing and message drafting.
Digital life
fromTechSpot
5 days ago

Which mobile app was the first to reach 1 billion users?

Reaching a billion monthly active users signifies a software's essential role in daily life and digital interaction.
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

The EFF is quitting X

Last year, our 1,500 posts earned roughly 13 million impressions for the entire year. To put it bluntly, an X post today receives less than 3% of the views a single tweet delivered seven years ago.
Privacy technologies
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

EngageLab SDK Flaw Exposed 50M Android Users, Including 30M Crypto Wallets

A security vulnerability in EngageLab SDK could have exposed millions of cryptocurrency wallet users to unauthorized data access.
Mobile UX
fromTechRepublic
5 days ago

'Stop Texting': FBI Warning Drives Apple's iPhone Messaging Update - TechRepublic

Apple is adopting a secure version of RCS to enhance messaging security between iPhones and Android devices.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

5 telltale signs that your phone has been compromised (and how to combat them)

Phone hacking can be detected through signs like battery drain, slow performance, unfamiliar logins, and reduced storage space.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
1 month ago

What'sApp, Neighbor?

Neighbor communication through WhatsApp groups has become a standard building amenity in New York City, representing a significant shift from previous decades of urban anonymity.
Social media marketing
fromPR Daily
4 days ago

A landmark ruling is reshaping social media. Communicators should pay attention. - PR Daily

A court ruling holds social media platforms accountable for addictive designs impacting user mental health.
fromSupercar Blondie
3 weeks ago

Hidden WhatsApp feature everyone should be using is crucial for decluttering and separating work and home life

If you use WhatsApp for your personal and professional messaging, it can quickly become pretty busy. It also means that any professional contacts can see your photos, status updates, and where you are. To keep things separate its a good idea to use a different phone number for each, but having two numbers doesn't mean you'll need two phones.
Privacy technologies
Privacy technologies
fromTechRepublic
3 weeks ago

Instagram Users Urged to Save Encrypted DMs Before Feature Disappears

Meta will discontinue end-to-end encrypted messaging for Instagram DMs on May 8, 2026, citing low adoption rates and directing users to download conversations beforehand.
Privacy technologies
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Meta is killing end-to-end encryption in Instagram DMs

Meta is discontinuing end-to-end encryption in Instagram DMs by May 8, 2026, citing low user adoption of the optional feature.
Tech industry
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Meta is shuttering Messenger's standalone website, which is a thing that exists

Meta will shut down the standalone Messenger website in April and redirect web messaging to facebook.com/messages while the Messenger mobile app remains available.
Web development
fromGSMArena.com
2 months ago

WhatsApp Web is finally getting voice and video calls

WhatsApp Web beta now supports one-to-one voice and video calls with screen sharing, while group calls, call links, and scheduling will roll out later with end-to-end encryption.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
1 month ago

Meta outlines improved scam protection in Messenger app

Meta's Safe Browsing feature in Messenger protects users from malicious links in DMs using on-device models and an expanded Advanced Browsing Protection with a watchlist of millions of potentially dangerous websites.
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

WhatsApp is allegedly launching a subscription service

WhatsApp is now rumored to be soon introducing a premium tier. This will be called WhatsApp Plus. It's said to offer several additional customization options to change the app theme, app icon, and accent colors, including 14 new icons and multiple color choices and interface elements.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
2 months ago

Telegram announces redesigned interface for Android and iOS, automatic ownership transfer for groups

Telegram has announced that it's rolling out a fully redesigned interface for its Android app, making navigation and search quicker and more intuitive. The most notable change this redesign brings is the new bottom bar, which lets you quickly switch between the Chats, Settings, Profile, and other tabs. In addition to the UI redesign, Telegram "completely rebuilt" the interface code to maximize efficiency and increase responsiveness. You can head to the Settings > Power Saving menu to maximize performance and extend battery life.
Mobile UX
Privacy technologies
fromMail Online
2 months ago

WhatsApp has a new 'LOCKDOWN' mode - here's how you can try it

Strict Account Settings (lockdown mode) restricts attachments, media, calls, group additions, and profile visibility to protect high-risk users from sophisticated cyberattacks.
Social media marketing
fromGeeky Gadgets
2 months ago

WhatsApp Channels: One-Way Posts, 30-Day Shelf Life, Zero Noise

WhatsApp Channels enable one-way broadcasting of temporary and varied content to followers, offering focused, distraction-free communication for businesses, influencers, and organizations.
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