As the standoff between President Vladimir Putin of Russia and Elon Musk escalates, allegations of censorship and threats of blocking Twitter have come to the forefront, echoing broader concerns about freedom of speech and state control over social media. Musk recently announced that Twitter might soon be banned in Russia, attributing it to the platform’s…
In a recent development that signals a stronger stance against online antisemitism, a coalition led by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), in collaboration with major tech companies such as TikTok and the Jewish NGO Act.IL, has targeted malicious antisemitic content on popular social platforms. According to a report by Calcalist, detailed in their article “How TikTok…
In a recent development that could markedly alter the social media landscape, Facebook has announced plans to cease the operations of Threads, an Instagram-affiliated platform launched to compete with Twitter. According to a recent report from Calcalistech titled “Facebook to discontinue Instagram’s Twitter Competitor Threads,” the shutdown of Threads, which was initially introduced with great…
In a strategic move that has stirred interest across the professional networking landscape, LinkedIn has recently announced its acquisition of Israeli startup Yoomi—a tool aimed at elevating the user experience in terms of mentorship and peer interaction on the platform. According to a report by Calcalist titled “LinkedIn acquires employee engagement platform Yoomi”, Yoomi’s application…
In a significant development, TikTok has temporarily suspended its live streaming feature in Indonesia amidst burgeoning protests in the country over a controversial job creation law. The decision reflects growing concerns around the potential misuse of the platform for spreading misinformation and fueling unrest. The popular social media service, which allows users to broadcast live…
In an effort to enhance user safety, especially among teenagers, Meta Platforms Inc has announced stringent new guidelines governing the interactions between its AI-driven chatbots and young users. The decision, disclosed in an article titled “Meta Updates Chatbot Rules to Avoid Inappropriate Topics with Teen Users” by Startup News, comes amid growing scrutiny over the…
Bluesky, an emerging name in social media, has announced a sweeping update to its policies and community guidelines, aiming to strengthen user security while fostering a respectful online environment. This move reflects the platform’s response to the escalating concerns over digital safety and the need for more transparent content moderation practices. Initially conceptualized by Twitter…
In a bold move that underlines the shifting dynamics of social media, Bluesky has emerged as a significant new player, potentially challenging the dominance of Elon Musk’s platform, X. According to a detailed report by Startup News FYI titled “What is Bluesky? Everything to know about the X competitor,” this nascent social network is not…
Pinterest Inc., a major player in the social media landscape, reported a significant downturn in its financial outlook, attributing the slump to a decrease in advertising expenditures within the United States, its largest market. This disclosure has stirred concerns among investors about the potential long-term impacts on the company’s revenue streams and the broader digital…
In an era where digital navigation and social connectivity increasingly intersect, Instagram has rolled out new features that significantly enhance how users can interact with location-based content. Detailed in a recent article by Startup News, titled “How to Use Instagram Map and Set Your Location Sharing Preferences,” these updates not only expand functionality but also…
