Meta removes language that raised scraping and AI training concerns
A Meta spokesperson insisted that the updated terms did not reflect a change in the way Meta crawls the web.
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Facebook is giving users more control over their algorithm
Meta announced the launch of its new AI-powered feature, “Your Algorithm,” a feature it first launched on Instagram.
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Discord’s age-verification era is upon us, despite community backlash
According to Discord, 90% of users will not have to verify their age.
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Hot Girl Hotline is like ‘Dear Abby’ for the AI era
Founded by two sisters, Hot Girl Hotline uses AI to give young women personalized dating and relationship advice, with an emphasis on safety and avoiding emotional dependency.
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Instinct brings its AI agent to group chats, even for friends without an account
Instinct is launching group chats that let friends use its AI agent together for tasks like planning trips, organizing carpools, and coordinating events. The company says personal accounts remain separate, with permission required before personal agents share information or take action.
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TikTok rolls out an AI shopping assistant and one-click checkout
TikTok describes its new Shopping Assistant as a conversational AI agent designed to help users discover and purchase products.
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Facebook tests going Reels-first in India
Meta is testing a new Facebook UX in India that sends some users directly into full-screen video when they open the app, putting Reels front and center.
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Bluesky wants to give you your own domain on the open web
Bluesky says the process will still take 18-24 months, so don’t expect your new, shortened ‘bsky’ handle any time soon.
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X expands its ‘Gametime’ sports hub beyond the NFL, starting with MLB
X is turning its NFL-focused Gametime feature into a year-round sports destination, starting with MLB and with other professional leagues to follow.
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New York alleges TikTok gave teens, children a placebo safety feature instead of a real one
New York’s lawsuit against the company is one of more than two dozen cases brought by states accusing the social media giant of designing its platform to encourage addictive use among children.
