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Technology The Social Reckoning Trailer: Jeremy Strong's Zuckerberg Faces Whistleblower Fal
The first trailer for Aaron Sorkin's The Social Reckoning has been released, featuring Jeremy Strong as a defiant Mark Zuckerberg. The film centers on whistleblower Frances Haugen and the fallout from leaked documents. Meanwhile, another Meta whistleblower, Sarah Wynn-Williams, was silenced days before the trailer launch.
Technology OpenAI: fake China-linked accounts used ChatGPT to turn Americans against AI dat
OpenAI has banned accounts it says were part of two China-linked influence campaigns that used ChatGPT to generate social media content opposing AI data centers and US tariffs. The campaigns, named 'Data Center Bandwagon' and 'Tech and Tariffs,' failed to gain significant traction, but highlight the use of AI in foreign influence operations.
Technology Hackers Use TikTok Videos Promising Free Spotify Premium to Deploy Malware
A report from ReversingLabs reveals hackers are using TikTok and Instagram Reels videos offering fake free subscriptions to Spotify Premium, Windows, Office, and Adobe to trick victims into running malicious PowerShell commands. The attack installs the Vidar infostealer, which steals passwords, cookies, session tokens, and cryptocurrency wallet data. This marks a shift from email phishing to social engineering on short-form video platforms.
Technology Social Media Lawsuits: Four Cases That Could Reshape Digital Trade
Thousands of lawsuits pending in US courts accuse social media platforms of harming children, misleading users, and enabling scams. Four bellwether trials set for the next year could force changes in platform design, data collection, and advertising, affecting how international businesses use digital channels for trade.
Technology Bluesky to Launch Reddit-Style Communities Feature This Year
Bluesky will launch communities this year, creating smaller topic-specific spaces within the decentralized social network. Head of product Alex Benzer announced the feature, which will allow users to create or join communities, post, and receive updates. Communities will have custom handles and landing pages, and posts may appear on the Discover feed or a dedicated feed.
Regulations & Compliance Canada Bans Social Media for Under 16s with New Bill
Canada has introduced the Safe Social Media Act, banning social media use for those under 16 and imposing new safety standards on platforms. The Digital Safety Commission of Canada will enforce these regulations.
Technology Snap Limits Public Visibility of Teens' Spotlight Videos
Snapchat will restrict younger teens from sharing publicly viewable Spotlight videos. This move aims to enhance privacy and reduce social pressure on teens. The change reflects Snap's ongoing efforts to improve safety and privacy for its youngest users.
Regulations & Compliance China Tightens Controls on Micro Drama Content
Effective June 2026, China's National Radio and Television Administration enforces stricter content regulations on micro dramas, targeting violence and misogyny. This move aims to promote healthier social norms.
Regulations & Compliance Malaysia Bans Social Media for Under-16s
Effective June 1, 2026, Malaysia enforces a ban on social media accounts for children under 16. Platforms with over 8 million users must implement age-verification systems or face penalties.
Regulations & Compliance Social Media Firms Settle $27M Lawsuit with Kentucky Schools
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Technology Cockroach Janta Party Faces Social Media Lockout Amidst Campaign
The Cockroach Janta Party, led by Abhijeet Dipke, has lost access to all its social media accounts following a series of alleged hacking incidents. This comes amidst their campaign against Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over systemic failures.