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Trump Media Launches Paid Subscription for Early Access to Social Posts

Trump Media Launches Paid Subscription for Early Access to Social Posts

Trump Media Launches Paid Subscription for Early Access to Social Posts
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WhatsApp Experiences Major Outage Affecting Users Globally

WhatsApp Experiences Major Outage Affecting Users Globally

WhatsApp is currently facing a significant outage, with users across various regions reporting issues with sending and receiving messages and media. The disruption began on Monday, with many users experiencing failures in message delivery, media file uploads, and app connectivity. Some users have also reported that the application is crashing. The full extent of the outage is not yet clear, and it remains unknown how many countries or regions are affected. Meta, the parent company of WhatsApp, has not yet released an official statement regarding the cause of the disruption or provided a timeline for when services might be restored. During such outages, users often turn to alternative platforms and social media to report issues and seek updates.
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Snap beats revenue estimates on ad boost from World Cup, shares jump

Snap beats revenue estimates on ad boost from World Cup, shares jump

Aug 3 (Reuters) - Snap beat second-quarter revenue estimates on Monday, thanks to increased advertising spending during the FIFA World Cup and stronger campaign activity from large advertisers in North America, sending its shares up 9% in extended trading.
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Snap beats revenue estimates on ad boost from World Cup, shares surge

Snap beats revenue estimates on ad boost from World Cup, shares surge

By Jaspreet Singh Aug 3 (Reuters) - Snap beat second-quarter revenue estimates on Monday, thanks to increased advertising spending during the FIFA World Cup and stronger campaign activity from large advertisers in North America, sending its shares up 13% in extended trading.
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Pinterest expects slower quarterly revenue growth as ad competition heats up

Pinterest expects slower quarterly revenue growth as ad competition heats up

Aug 4 (Reuters) - Image-sharing platform Pinterest forecast slower revenue growth for the third quarter on Tuesday, signaling intense competition for digital advertising from bigger players including Meta's Instagram.
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WhatsApp Addresses Account Blocking Issue, Works on Resolution

WhatsApp Addresses Account Blocking Issue, Works on Resolution

WhatsApp users have reported that their accounts have been blocked and put under review by Meta, the app's parent company. This issue has affected users' ability to access their accounts, with a message indicating that account activity and device information are being checked for compliance with the Terms of Service. Meta has acknowledged the problem and is working on restoring access to the affected accounts. The company has not specified the regions impacted or the cause of the issue but is taking action to resolve it.
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Hailey Bieber Captivates Social Media with Vacation Photos in Italy

Hailey Bieber Captivates Social Media with Vacation Photos in Italy

Hailey Bieber Captivates Social Media with Vacation Photos in Italy
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Vinícius Jr. Sparks Speculation with Instagram Post Featuring Jay-Z and Drake's Track

Vinícius Jr. Sparks Speculation with Instagram Post Featuring Jay-Z and Drake's Track

Vinícius Jr. Sparks Speculation with Instagram Post Featuring Jay-Z and Drake's Track
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Telegram says Apple suspension followed content norms violation by one user

Telegram says Apple suspension followed content norms violation by one user

By Rishabh Jaiswal Aug 3 (Reuters) - Telegram was briefly removed from Apple's App Store globally after the iPhone maker reported one user had shared "child sexual abuse material," the messaging app said on Tuesday.
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Governor JB Pritzker Enacts Law to Shield Children from Social Media Algorithms

Governor JB Pritzker Enacts Law to Shield Children from Social Media Algorithms

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has signed a new law aimed at protecting children from the potentially harmful effects of social media algorithms. The legislation, which was passed without opposition in the General Assembly, requires parents to input their child's age when setting up a device. Social media companies must then restrict content to what the child follows or searches for, rather than using endless-scrolling algorithms. The law also limits strangers' access to children's profiles and restricts social media notifications after 10 p.m. The bill applies to platforms like Instagram and TikTok and is set to be implemented in 2028. This move is part of Pritzker's broader agenda to curb tech companies' influence on children, as he considers a potential 2028 presidential run.
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European Social Network W Introduces Identity Verification for Privacy and Security

European Social Network W Introduces Identity Verification for Privacy and Security

W, a European social network, has implemented a new identity verification process through its app, W Identity. This app allows users to verify their identity either anonymously or with their real name by scanning their passport or national identity card directly on their device. The process ensures that personal data remains private and is only shared when the user chooses to do so. This initiative is part of W's commitment to privacy and security, aiming to reduce fake accounts and build trust among users. The network is built on the AT-Protocol, an open standard for global social networking, and emphasizes transparency, privacy, and free speech.
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Meghan Markle's Private Summer Holiday with Archie and Lilibet Accidentally Revealed

Meghan Markle's Private Summer Holiday with Archie and Lilibet Accidentally Revealed

Meghan Markle's Private Summer Holiday with Archie and Lilibet Accidentally Revealed