Bipartisan pair of senators demand Instagram shut down new map feature

"This addition is a cause of particular concern for us when it comes to children and teens that are active on Instagram," the senators wrote.

YouTube to use AI to detect kids lying about their age

YouTube is testing new AI technology to estimate users’ ages and block under-18 viewers from accessing age-restricted content, part of a broader push to improve online safety for kids.

RFK Jr.'s choice of attire while hiking in Arizona sparks online chatter

It's not often that one sees a member of the president's cabinet hiking in Phoenix on an otherwise average weekend day, but what Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. was wearing during his Camelback Mountain hike on July 19 sparked discussions online.

Ways social media can help teens' health
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Experts say that when it comes to children and social media, how they're using it can be just as important as how much they're using it. In some cases social media might help their mental health.

Georgia teen charged in parents' deaths sought help from TikTok influencers

Sarah Grace Patrick, 17, is accused of killing her parents, months after allegedly urging TikTok creators to raise awareness about the case.

ICEBlock app alerts users of nearby ICE sightings

The app functions similarly to Waze, allowing users to pinpoint sightings on a map, add details, and send push alerts to others within a five-mile radius.

YouTube raising minimum age for live streaming to 16

Starting July 22, YouTube will require users to be at least 16 years old to live stream on their own, tightening safety restrictions for teen creators.

WhatsApp to start showing ads: What to know

WhatsApp announced it will begin displaying ads in the app’s Updates tab as part of Meta’s effort to generate more revenue.