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Gen Z Revives Classic Arcade Culture as Social Gaming Surges
Physical arcades are drawing Gen Z crowds, blending retro games with modern social experiences. The trend signals a shift away from isolated digital play.
UK education panel demands social media ban for children under 16
UK Education Committee calls for statutory social media ban for under-16s, citing addictive design and mental health harms. It urges broader regulation and treats child safety as public health issue.
Why Travelers Still Prefer the Nintendo DS Over Modern Handhelds
The Nintendo DS is making a comeback among travelers who prize durability and battery life over flashy graphics. Its clamshell design and vast library make it ideal for the road.
Social Media Feeds Shift From Friends to Viral Fads, Study Finds
Social media feeds now prioritize viral fads and trends over posts from friends, driven by engagement-focused algorithms. This shift impacts user experience and authentic connection.
Social Engineering Meets AI: How Hackers Hijacked 20,000 Instagram Accounts
Hackers manipulated an AI chatbot to gain control of 20,000 Instagram accounts. The exploit underscores new vulnerabilities in automated customer support.
AI-Generated Content Floods Social Media Platforms
AI-generated content floods social media platforms challenging moderation systems and raising concerns about online authenticity.
Malaysia enforces strict social media ban for children under 16
Malaysia's new law bans social media for children under 16, with fines up to $2.5 million for non-compliant platforms. The move aims to protect minors from online harm.
Plex Adds Social Features in Push Beyond Media Server Roots
Plex is adding social features including personalized lists and community forums. Later this year, users can import lists from other services and get match scores. The move furthers Plex's evolution beyond its media server roots.
UK Bans Social Media for Children Under 16 in Sweeping Online Safety Move
The UK government has announced a ban on social media for children under 16 and a minimum age for chatbots, aiming to protect young people from online harms.
UK Bans Social Media for Under-16s in Landmark Online Safety Move
The UK has banned social media for under-16s targeting platforms like Snapchat TikTok and Instagram with heavy fines for noncompliance.
UK Teen Social Media Ban Draws Cybersecurity Warnings From VPN Industry
UK's teen social media ban raises cybersecurity alarms. VPN industry warns of privacy risks and unintended consequences.
YouTube Brings Direct Messaging to US Users in Latest Social Expansion
YouTube is expanding direct messaging to US users as part of a test, deepening its social networking push and competing with established messaging apps.
AMOS Malware Emerges as Major Threat to macOS Users
A stealthy infostealer called AMOS is spreading on macOS through deceptive ads and social engineering. Security experts warn it marks a shift in mainstream malware targeting Apple devices.
Microsoft Warns AI Chatbots Are Steering Users to Malicious Sites
Microsoft warns that AI chatbots may direct users to malicious websites as threat actors adapt social engineering. Users should verify links carefully.
Fake AI Influencers Sell Cheap Goods Using Racial Stereotypes on TikTok
Scammers deploy AI-generated Black avatars to sell mass-produced products via dropshipping on social media platforms, deceiving viewers with fake handmade claims.
UK Scientists Testify: No Causal Proof Smartphones Harm Children's Brains
Neuroscientists told UK MPs that evidence of smartphones rewiring children's brains is mostly correlational. Researchers called for more studies on social media and AI chatbots.
AI Bots Fool Nearly Half of Participants in New Online Test
Surfshark's experiment reveals 47% of people can't tell AI bots from humans online. The test challenges users to identify bots in simulated social interactions.
Valorant Anti-Cheat Update Bricks $6,000 Cheating Devices
Riot Games' Vanguard anti-cheat update blocks expensive DMA cheating hardware, turning devices into paperweights. The studio then mocked cheaters on social media.
Bluesky Builds Its Own Reddit With New Communities Feature
Bluesky is developing a Communities feature similar to Reddit's subreddits, aiming to create dedicated spaces for topic-based discussions and user-driven moderation.
Beats Teases New Over-Ear Headphones With Lamine Yamal Instagram Post
Beats is teasing new over-ear headphones via footballer Lamine Yamal's Instagram. The launch likely aligns with the World Cup.