All posts tagged "social media"
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632Industry NewsOfcom to get ‘increased powers to punish social media firms’
Culture Secretary Nicky Morgan is expected to announce a widened remit for Ofcom as an internet watchdog. Social media companies will be...
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588EbuyerAre we addicted to social media ‘likes’?
Over the last few years, social media has continued to grow at an exceptionally fast rate – and so has our hunger...
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505LaptopsUnder the influence of the influencers…
They’re the traditional influencers… A film star, footballer or musician drinking a certain drink, wearing a particular pair of trainers or driving...
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819AppsSocial media etiquette at work – the do’s and don’ts…
Social media has become a huge part of everyday life. With a multitude of platforms to pick from and smartphones providing incredible...
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983AndroidInstagram asks bullies to think twice before posting
Instagram has unveiled an anti-bullying initiative following high-profile cases such as the death of British teenager Molly Russell. The social media...
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576BrandsHow can parents keep their children safe on social media?
Children as young as two are using social media, research from charity Barnardo’s has suggested. Internet companies are being pushed to do...
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1.0KAppsMark Zuckerberg says ‘future is private’
Facebook boss Mark Zuckerberg has pledged to start a “new chapter” for the social network as he unveiled the company’s plans...
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732BusinessSocial media photos inspire holiday choices
Instagram has become the travel brochure of choice for many Britons, with more than half (55%) of the nation booking trips abroad...
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894NewsScreen time advice for parents
Screen time advice has been shared by the UK’s chief medical officers who also had plenty to say on the use of...
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935FacebookFacebook is 15 years old
Here’s a timeline of the highs and lows. From big buyouts, to data controversies, it’s been a bit rocky but Facebook is...
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1.4KGoogleBeginning of the end for Google+
Google+ is starting to disappear and will completely close in April. The tech giant will start by no longer accepting new Google+...
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1.7KNewsYouTube warns against Bird Box challenge videos
YouTube has updated its guidelines to ban prank and dangerous Bird Box challenge videos. The Google-owned video platform said that while it...
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1.6KNewsThe internet in 2019 and how it could be transformed
Tech giants face a tough year ahead as the spotlight shines on privacy, harmful content and digital copyright. So what will the...
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2.3K3FacebookScroll Free September: Will you quit social media?
Social media users are being urged to stop scrolling through sites for a month as part of a new campaign called Scroll...
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1.6KNewsRejoice, memes are saved
Memes are saved (for the moment) after a copyright law that threatened memes and other other shared content online was rejected by...
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1.8KFacebookFacebook snooze button tested
The new Facebook snooze button will allow users to temporarily hide topics they want to avoid. Like the latest England score or...
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1.2KFacebookFacebook revenue increases despite data scandal
Good news! Facebook revenue is up. Hurrah. Facebook has reported strong financial results despite questions over its data privacy practices in the...
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1.4KNewsReddit changes its look
The Reddit changes are aimed at making the the social network more welcoming to users. Only 1% of users will experience the...
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2.8KMiscEmojis dictionary tells you what they all mean
In the emojis dictionary each is given a definition, history and examples of use. One of the world’s largest online dictionaries has...
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1.9KFacebookFacebook news feed experiment ends
The Facebook news feed experiment has ended after negative feedback from users. Facebook had tested splitting its news feed into two parts...
