Instagram changes its ranking algorithm to favor original content
This will allow creators to get more credit for their original videos. source
Instagram rolls out new messaging features
Users will have the option of replying to messages directly from their feed without clicking on their inbox. source
New data shows number of inappropriate images of kids increasing online l GMA
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children also reported that it received 29.3 million tips involving the potential abuse of children, a stunning 35% increase over 2020. #ABCNews #MissingChildren…
How Social Media Is Impacting The Political Divide | NBC News NOW
According to an NBC News poll, more than half of Americans say social media does more to divide the country than unite it. NBC News’ Jake Ward and Director of…
Apple reportedly releasing new Mac computers l ABC News
Online tech reports say Apple has registered three new computers with an overseas regulatory body ahead of its virtual event next month. #ABCNews #Apple #Macs #Instagram source
13-year-old girl wrongly arrested, detained over school threat
Nia Whims, 13, was wrongfully handcuffed and detained for 14 days before police found she’d apparently been framed for making a bomb threat over Instagram. ABC News Live Prime, Weekdays…
Mother sues social media giants, says they’re to blame for daughter’s suicide
The family of Selena Rodriguez, an 11-year-old girl who died by suicide, said her exposure and addiction to Instagram and Snapchat pushed her to a breaking point. ABC News Live…
Instagram testing feature that allows content creators to charge subscription fees
The move comes amid renewed scrutiny of the tech giant’s influence and reach. source
Instagram testing new feeds for users
The three new feeds will allow users to sort accounts they follow and are expected to roll out by July. source
TikTok is internet’s most-visited site in 2021 l ABC News
The social media site dethroned Google as the most visited site of 2021. #ABCNews #TikTok #Google source