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For Trump, X marks the spot for his social media return. Why that could really matter
Donald Trump posted again for the first time in three years since being banned from various social media, taking to X, the platform formerly known as Twitter to post his mugshot.
Facebook Bans Debunked Claims About COVID-19 Vaccines
The new ban is an expansion of the social network's rules against misinformation that could lead to imminent physical harm. It comes as governments prepare to roll out the first vaccinations.
Congress Overturns Internet Privacy Regulation
The rule, which had not yet taken effect, would have required Internet providers to ask permission before selling consumers' personal data. President Trump is expected to sign the rollback.
Apple Ditches Pistol Emoji In Favor Of Water Gun
The pistol emoji will be replaced with a green water gun icon, and Apple is also adding new emojis of a pride flag, families with single parents, and women playing sports.
YouTube Is Banning All Content That Spreads Vaccine Misinformation
The site announced that videos that contain vaccine misinformation will be removed.
GOP Rep. Will Hurd Of Texas Outlines House Intel Meeting With Tech Giants
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Rep. Will Hurd, R-Texas., following Intelligence Committee hearings where Google, Facebook and Twitter answered questions about how Russia used their platforms to influence the 2016 presidential election.
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Some Are Troubled By Online Shaming Of Charlottesville Rally Participants
The "Yes, You're Racist" Twitter account uses crowdsourcing to help identify white supremacists. But sometimes it gets things wrong. And not everyone is happy about efforts at public shaming.
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As Buyers Circle, Could Twitter Be Better Off As A Nonprofit?
Disney, Google and others are said to be considering buying Twitter. It's got baggage — lackluster ad sales, abusive trolling — but also millions of users. What if Twitter focused on a public mission?
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This Week In Data Collection News, And The Privacy Paradox
As California tightened its digital privacy protections, news involving Google, Pandora and other firms highlighted the way companies increasingly rely on data about their users. How much do we care?
In Bay Area, Indian Immigrants Find Community In Theater
A theater company in Santa Clara, Calif., has become a place for Indian immigrants working in the tech sector to find a home away from home.
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