Instagram brings back chronological feed, adds feature to prioritize family, friends posts
Instagram did away with the chronological feed in 2016 and switched to an engagement-based ranking of content.
Instagram ‘negligent’ over harassment in women’s DMs, study claims
Researchers combed through thousands of misogynistic, hate-filled messages in women’s DMs on Instagram and found that Meta failed to act on their incident reports 90% of the time.
Elon Musk no longer joining Twitter's board of directors, company says
Elon Musk won't be joining Twitter's board of directors as previously announced. The Tesla CEO remains its largest shareholder.
Cash App data breach could have impacted more than 8 million users
The breach is said to have only impacted Cash App Investing users.
San Jose Mayor Liccardo's Twitter hacked; becomes 'Sam SneakerHeads' account
In a bizarre tech disruption Thursday evening, San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo's office confirms the mayor's Twitter account was hacked.
Is 'The Dropout' true? Episode 8 of Elizabeth Holmes Theranos drama
We are at the end of Hulu's miniseries on Elizabeth Holmes' time at Theranos. Anyone who's watching likely knows where things go from here. But it's still a compelling watch as Holmes plummets from grace and is left penniless.
Twitter edit feature in the works, company says
The social media giant announced on its account that the company had been working on an edit feature since last year.
Elon Musk to join Twitter's board, teases 'significant improvements'
Elon Musk is joining Twitter’s board of directors after it was disclosed that the Tesla CEO took a 9% stake in the social media platform.
Elon Musk takes 9 percent stake in Twitter, becoming biggest shareholder
The goal of Elon Musk's 73.5 million share purchase -- worth about $3 billion -- is not clear.
Is 'The Dropout' true? Episode 7 of Elizabeth Holmes Theranos drama
Elizabeth Holmes goes on the attack in Episode 7 of “The Dropout” miniseries on Hulu – employing what John Carreyrou would later call a “scorched earth” strategy in order to silence her accusers and save her company.
Spam text messages sent from your own number are from ‘bad actors,’ Verizon says
Verizon formally acknowledged the issue on Tuesday and said its team, as well as U.S. law enforcement, are working to find out who or what is the source of the spam texts.
3D-printed beak saves ZooTampa's great hornbill resident from skin cancer
One cancer patient – a bird living at ZooTampa – has a second chance at life thanks to a 3D printer.
Emoji drug code decoded: Parents, do you know what that text really means?
They look innocent, but the combination of cookie, snowman, box, and parachute emojis can be code for "a large batch of cocaine has arrived." A school bus is code for Xanax. The DEA has released an "emoji drug decoder" in an effort to educate parents about the new ways drugs are being bought and sold.
The Babylon Bee reacts to losing Twitter appeal: 'Doesn't change our position'
'We will not overturn our decision,' Twitter said
Sen. Mitt Romney meets artist Ritt Momney
Sen. Mitt Romney had the pleasure of meeting Utah-based artist Ritt Momney. Yes, you read that name correctly.
Is 'The Dropout' true? Episode 6 of Elizabeth Holmes Theranos drama
Elizabeth Holmes is reaching new heights of fame and wealth all while company whistle-blowers begin exposing her complex scheme in episode 6 of Hulu's "The Dropout" miniseries.
Ex-HP exec pleads guilty to siphoning off $5M from Silicon Valley employer
Shelbee Szeto's guilty pleas in an Oakland courtroom to wire fraud, money laundering and a tax charge came with a long list of items she was forfeiting, including a 2020 Tesla sedan, a 2021 Porsche SUV, and several bags and purses from Dior, Gucci, Hermes, and Chanel, federal prosecutors said.
Stephen Wilhite, creator of GIF, dies of COVID-19 at 74
Stephen Wilhite, 74, died of COVID-19 on March 14. Wilhite is known for creating the wildly popular GIF and was the chief architect of America Online.
Scammers send phishing texts claiming to be California EDD or Bank of America
Text messages are being sent by fraudsters claiming to be the EDD or Bank of America with a goal of stealing personal account information and money tied to California unemployment benefits.
Silicon Valley tech companies prepare for threat of Russian cyberattacks
Following a warning from the Biden administration, Silicon Valley is bracing for a Russian cyberattack.