Social Media

If you didn’t post it on social media, did it even happen? Social media is an umbrella term for platforms that enable users to post media (images, text, videos) to the platform and interact with other users. While specific motivations may vary, the general purpose of social media is to publicly share an aspect of your life. On Facebook that may be a misinformed political rant, on Twitter a witty remark about a viral topic, on Instagram a #humblebrag snapshot of your recent vacation, on TikTok a lip-sync video or cringe-y attempt at a new dance trend. Social media is also a major way to get news (accuracy varies wildly) learn about new trends, stay in touch with friends, and read/view apologies by influencers and celebrities who did something stupid on said platform.

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L.A. Clippers add Bumble logo to NBA uniforms
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Bumble bans guns from profile photos in wake of Parkland shooting
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Snapchat is quietly testing a hands-free mode and new, full-body camera lenses
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Why social media surveillance isn't the answer to our gun crisis
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These emergency igloo shelters are helping homeless people in France survive freezing temperatures
These emergency igloo shelters are helping homeless people in France survive freezing temperatures


Facebook is using facial recognition — here's how to turn it off
Facebook is using facial recognition — here's how to turn it off

Facebook admits splitting the News Feed in two was a dumb idea
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Disconnect with this minimalist phone
Disconnect with this minimalist phone

Social publisher LittleThings shuts down, citing Facebook algorithm changes
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Here's Vero CEO's proof he was no longer involved in Saudi Oger during employee riots
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After days of technical issues, Vero says app will be free 'until further notice'
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All the social media opt-outs you need to activate right now
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China banned the letter 'N' from Weibo and WeChat
China banned the letter 'N' from Weibo and WeChat


Facebook job search expands to more than 40 countries
Facebook job search expands to more than 40 countries


Here's how to delete your Vero account
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Twitter’s murky verification process is helping cryptocurrency scams thrive
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He fooled an entire nation with a fake Facebook profile. Then I tracked him down.
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