The big thing missing in stories about teens and social media
Social media is bad for teens, right? That's a lot of what we hear. But a recent study examined voices missing from the conversation: It's the teens.
Bill banning social media for youngsters advances
The Senate Commerce Committee approved legislation Wednesday to ban children under 13 from social media. By limiting access, the bill hopes to address youth anxiety and depression linked to social media.
‘Pathetic Fart’ of a Bill That Bans Kids from Social Media Moves Forward
Civil liberties groups warn that the Kids Off Social Media Act would restrict First Amendment-protected speech and lead to more invasive surveillance of all social media users.
Another bill wants to ban kids from social media
Lawmakers’ efforts to limit the use of social media by kids are continuing into 2025 with the Kids Off Social Media Act (KOSMA). The bill, which would prevent kids under 13 from creating social media accounts,
Oklahoma bill aims to have teens get permission to use social media
Oklahoma bill aims to have teens get permission to use social media
OK bill banning social media for those under 16 moved closer to becoming law
House Bill 1275 by Enid Republican Chad Caldwell would prohibit anyone under the age of 16 from accessing social media without parental permission. Anyone under 18 would have to give information for age verification.
How Social Media Is Driving E-Commerce (And How Brands Can Capitalize)
Brands that are willing to stay agile and adapt to these evolving trends will have an opportunity to capture attention and ...
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How Does Social Media Contribute to Teen Mental Illness?
Low-quality information on social media may be contributing to a rise in teen mental illness. A new construct may help ...
Social media bridges connection gaps for students with disabilities
Recent research from the Michigan State University College of Education shows how social media provides connection and ...
The Death Of Hashtags? Why Social Media Is Moving On
One recent example is Meta dropping its fact-checking program in favor of a “community notes” system. Just like social media ...
Intimate photos shared after social media hacks
Under The Online Safety Act 2023, it is an offence to share an intimate photograph or film without consent, and offenders ...
Global social media engagement trends revealed for 2024 election year
An analysis of more than 4 million Facebook posts created by news outlets and political parties in 2024 highlights global ...
As Oklahoma lawmakers work to set age restrictions online, social media expert reacts
The impact of social media on kids. How one expert says it affects children, and how Oklahoma lawmakers are addressing the ...
How your social media consumption can influence your eating habits, according to experts
Eating disorders and social media use are two big concerns when it comes to teens. Here is what the research and experts say ...
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These Are the Most Popular Social Media Scams—and How to Avoid Them
Millions of people lose money to scams that begin with a DM. We show you how to recognize the most common scams and protect yourself on Facebook, Instagram, and other social platforms.
Trump claims media paid to write good stories for Democrats
President Trump on Thursday suggested the federal government was “paying off” media outlets to write positively about ...
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Elon Musk’s top DOGE staffer Marko Elez resigns after racist social media posts surface
Marko Elez, a key figure in Musk’s DOGE agency, resigns after links to racist social media posts spark backlash.
Fired Federal Election Commission leader rants on social media after removal by Trump: ‘This isn’t it’
President Donald Trump fired U.S. Federal Election Commission Commissioner and Chair Ellen Weintraub, sending her a letter to ...