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Myanmar Defends Twitter CEO Blasted for ‘Tone Deaf’ Tweets
Patriotic internet users in Myanmar have rushed to defend Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey, whose tweets following a visit to the "beautiful" country drew global scorn for failing to mention the…
Facebook’s Menlo Park Headquarters Evacuated After Bomb Threat
A bomb threat prompted authorities on Tuesday to evacuate a building at the Silicon Valley headquarters of Facebook near San Francisco, police said, but hours after a sweep of the structure…
With an Eye on Past Problems, Facebook Expands Local Feature
Facebook is cautiously expanding a feature that shows people local news and information, including missing-person alerts, road closures, crime reports and school announcements. Called "Today In," the service shows people…
Russia Tightens Control of Anonymous Messenger Apps
Tightening its control over popular anonymous chat apps, the Russian government has approved regulations that would identify users by their cellphone numbers. The measures signed Tuesday by Prime Minister Dmitry…
Facebook Referred to Key EU Regulator Over Targeting Techniques
Britain's Information Commissioner has referred Facebook to Ireland's data watchdog, the lead authority for the social network under Europe's strict data law, over issues regarding the way it targeted and monitored its…
Facebook, Instagram Will Now Let You Limit How Much Time You Spend on the Apps
Do you worry that you, or your children, spend too much time on social media? Facebook and Instagram on Wednesday said they want to help you take control. In a…
Facebook Camera Gets Its Own Animated GIF Image Creator
When it comes to communication on social media platforms, animated GIF images are perhaps as important as emojis. These two have in a way managed to carve a language for…
6 Tips That Will Help You Take The Best Food Photographs
Do you wonder how some people always manage to ace their food pictures and the ones you click, in contrast, look all dull and boring? Social media platforms are now…
Facebook Meets Pakistan Government After Blasphemy Death Sentence
A senior Facebook official met with Pakistan's interior minister on Friday to discuss a demand the company prevent blasphemous content or be blocked. The meeting comes after a Pakistani counter-terrorism court sentenced…
WhatsApp Recall Feature Launch Imminent, Spotted on Windows Phone Beta
There have been many reports this year suggesting that WhatsApp will introduce recall and revoke feature on its stable version. However, the company is yet to release the feature. The recall…