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Meta has reduced the prices of its ad-free subscriptions for Facebook and Instagram in the EU by up to 40%, following regulatory pressure. It has also introduced a new "less personalised" ad option for users who prefer to access the platforms for free.

A Chinese influencer has caught the eyes of the internet after she posted a video of herself consuming pig feed live.

Meta plans to launch an AI tool on Instagram called the ‘adult classifier’ to verify users' ages by analysing their profiles and interactions. If the tool suspects a user is under 18, they will be switched to a more restrictive version of the app, even if they claim to be older.

A glamorous Russian crypto influencer, also known as the "Queen of Crypto", is now facing multiple charges of large-scale fraud

Xiaohongshu saw its first-quarter profit surge five fold year-on-year, driven by increased advertising revenue targeting female Generation Z consumers.

In January 2024, hacker Eric Council Jr. used a SIM swapping technique to hijack the SEC's X account and post a fake Bitcoin ETF approval, causing wild price swings in Bitcoin. He was arrested in October 2024 and charged with identity theft and fraud.

A new bill could push social media companies to restrict algorithms for users under 16, aiming to make online content less addictive for young teens. Backed by key figures across the political spectrum, the Safer Phones Bill will be discussed in Parliament this week, marking a significant step toward protecting children’s mental health and safety in the digital age.

ZachXBT has recently went on the internet to warn the crypto community against a cult leader named Murad Mahmudov, which has sparked heated discussions among the community.

YouTube recently experienced a system malfunction that led to the unintended banning of numerous channels, causing significant disruption for creators.

When Apple announced iOS 18, most attention was drawn to its new artificial intelligence (AI) features, such as personalized AI assistants and enhanced machine learning capabilities. However, a quieter yet potentially more disruptive change—an update to contact sharing—could have a significant impact on the future of social and messaging apps.