WhatsApp removes millions of scam-linked accounts

WhatsApp has removed 6.8 million accounts tied to global scam networks in the first half of the year.

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.

Tea app fallout worsens as leaked selfies used in rating site, online map

The Tea app data breach has spiraled into online harassment, with leaked user photos reportedly used in a rating site and an unverified map. Experts say this wasn’t a hack—but a major security failure.

Tea app, built for women's safety, suffers major data breach

Tea, an app designed to help women safely share information about men they date, has suffered a data breach.

Detroit police debunk Tea App 'Tea Bag Killer' as deepfake

The Tea app, a women-only app where they can post photos to get intel about men they’re dating, is once again stirring up controversy.

Police debunk 'Tea' App deepfake
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It popped off in Detroit this week, leading to a serious rumor about a serial killer linked to it. It?s the number one free app on Apple. The women-only app lets you post photos of men you?re dating to gauge other women?s experiences, which are rarely positive.

New dating safety app 'Tea' spills some controversy

A new app called 'Tea,' where women can only post photos of men they're dating to get input from other women, is causing controversy.

Detroit mayoral candidate defends himself after TikTok video
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Jonathan Barlow is one of many running for mayor in Detroit. His latest task is clearing the air about what happened in a video that has been gaining attention on social media.

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.

Social media use triples depression symptoms for pre-teens: Study

A new cohort study from JAMA Network Open found that social media use in early adolescence is linked to significantly increased depressive symptoms over time—tripling the odds of mental health struggles in pre-teens.

James Comey calls Secret Service probe over beach photo ‘a distraction’

Former FBI director James Comey says he’s baffled that a beach photo he posted led to accusations of threatening Donald Trump—and an in-person interview with the Secret Service.

Pres. Trump signs 'Take It Down Act' bill designed to fight AI deepfakes, revenge porn

President Donald Trump was joined by First Lady Melania Trump on Monday afternoon to sign a bill targeting non-censual images, including deepfakes made with artificial intelligence and revenge porn.

Wayne County specialist to monitor teens online to prevent gun violence
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The county is looking for someone to scour social media and prevent someone from making a bad decision, offering resources to make better decisions, and apparently, people are lining up for a chance to do the job.