Dec 09 U.S. government, states bring antitrust action against Facebook By Marcy Gordon, Michael R. Sisak, Associated Press Federal regulators asked for Facebook to be ordered to divest its Instagram and WhatsApp messaging services as the U.S. government and 48 states and districts accused the company of abusing its market power. Continue reading
Sep 08 How social media is helping students of color speak out about racism on campus By Christian Peña Thousands of students from colleges and universities with majority white populations have used anonymous Instagram accounts to share their experiences dealing with racism on their respective campuses. Continue reading
Jul 30 Women embrace #challengeaccepted, but some ask: To what end? By Kathleen Foody, Associated Press Female Instagram users across the United States are flooding the photo-sharing app with black-and-white images this week. The official goal is a show of support for other women. Continue reading
Apr 01 'I am not a virus.' How this artist is illustrating coronavirus-fueled racism By Stephanie García Inspired by recent events, Korean-Swedish artist Lisa Wool-Rim Sjöblom is addressing the hostility Asians increasingly are facing during the COVID-19 global pandemic. Continue reading
Mar 03 Why Bloomberg bet on memes and influencers this Super Tuesday By Dan Cooney, Jessica Yarvin The strategy will be put to the test when Michael Bloomberg’s name appears on the ballot for the first time. Continue reading
Nov 25 How removing 'likes' from Instagram could affect our mental health By Jamie Leventhal Social media appeals to users through a repetitive rewards system, so what happens when it takes away the likes?… Continue reading
Oct 08 Beauty products for vulvas? These doctors say don't buy it By Jamie Leventhal Instagram influencers and companies are selling cosmetic products for vulvas and "wellness" products for vaginas, which could put people at risk for infection and bacterial vaginosis. Continue reading
May 02 Facebook bans Alex Jones, Louis Farrakhan for hate speech By Barbara Ortutay, Associated Press The company said Thursday that it has also banned right-wing leaders Paul Nehlen, Milo Yiannopoulos, Paul Joseph Watson and Laura Loomer, along with Jones' site, Infowars. Continue reading
Oct 12 Facebook says hackers accessed 29 million people's accounts By Associated Press Facebook says hackers accessed data from 29 million accounts as part of the security breach disclosed two weeks ago. Continue reading
Sep 25 Instagram co-founders abruptly resign By Associated Press The co-founders of Instagram are resigning their positions with the social media company without explanation. Continue reading