Over the past week, young Nigerians have ramped up widespread protests—online and offline—against rampant brutality by local police. The core of the protests have included a call for the government of president Muhammadu Buhari isto scrap SARS, a notorious “special” police unit designated to combat armed robbery but is largely […]
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“One post can become a movement”
Long Beach Police Chief Robert Luna, shown in 2014, announced in June that an officer who posted photos on social media amid the George Floyd protests has been “relieved from employment.” (Cheryl A. Guerrero / Los Angeles Times) As a young cop in Richmond, Calif., in 2008, Ben Murdoch made […]
King County Detective Faces Firing Over Social Media Posts
SEATTLE, WA — King County Undersheriff Patti Cole-Tindall is recommending the sheriff’s office fire Detective Mike Brown following the completion of an internal investigation into his social media behavior. Brown, a 40-year veteran of the sheriff’s office, was placed on leave July 6 after several derogatory Facebook posts referencing protesters […]
Hands on with Telepath, the social network taking aim at abuse, fake news and, to some extent, ‘free speech’
There’s no doubt that modern social networks have let us down. Filled with hate speech and abuse, moderation and anti-abuse tools were an afterthought they’re now trying to cram in. Meanwhile, personalization engines deliver us only what will keep us engaged, even if it’s not the truth. Today, a number […]
How to Avoid Social Media “Pods” and Still Build an Audience
In the last several years, social media “pods” have become a popular strategy to get more attention and engagement through a social media channel’s algorithms. Although many pods involve people who already know each other, it’s also possible to create a niche or topic pod, find followers and then ask them […]
I stay off social media for self-preservation
© Bang Showbiz Duchess Meghan Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, stays off social media for “self-preservation”. The 39-year-old royal shut down her personal social media accounts when she embarked on her romance with her husband, Prince Harry, and joined the royal family after their May 2018 wedding. And now, Meghan – […]
Britain’s Meghan says she doesn’t do social media for ‘self-preservation’
(Reuters) – Meghan, Britain’s Duchess of Sussex, said on Tuesday she has no social media accounts “for her own self-preservation” and has no idea what is being said about her online. Meghan, who with her husband Prince Harry left the UK earlier this year partly as a result of media […]
Social media influencers push voting misinformation
CHICAGO (AP) — Social media influencers, partisan news outlets and even President Donald Trump’s son are driving the spread of online misinformation swirling around the U.S. vote, casting doubt on this year’s election and prematurely raising suspicions about the accuracy of its results. © Provided by Associated Press A ballot […]
Some police create storm on social media amid racial unrest
As a young cop in Richmond, Calif., in 2008, Ben Murdoch made a mistake that cost him his career and led some to label him a racist. At a Halloween party, a Latino friend came dressed in a Ku Klux Klan outfit meant to be a costume of a pop […]
Disinformation campaigns are targeting the 2020 election.
And the threat involves domestic influencers, as well. Last week, Facebook announced it had banned an Arizona-based marketing firm that was using fake social media accounts in its work for Turning Point Action, a conservative advocacy group. Influence campaigns have long been infiltrating social media And those efforts are just […]
Meghan Markle Explains Why She’s Not On Social Media After Ditching Sussex Royal Instagram
KEY POINTS Meghan Markle joined Fortune’s Most Powerful Next Gen Summit on Tuesday The Duchess of Sussex decided not to create a personal account on social media for “self-preservation” She also expressed concern over people’s obsession with social media, calling it an “addiction” Meghan Markle has been absent from social media since she and Prince Harry […]
How To Host A Successful Virtual Event On Social Media
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By Adrian Fisher, founder and CEO of PropertySimple, a real estate technology company that helps real estate agents build a brand worth talking about. getty While virtual events have been increasing in the past five years, the Covid-19 pandemic made this type of event mandatory. Social distancing guidelines and travel […]
How Covid-19 Caused Social Media Apps to Pivot with New Features
October 13, 2020 7 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. This article was written by Lindsay Patton, a member of the Entrepreneur NEXT powered by Assemble content team. Entrepreneur NEXT is our Expert solutions division leading the future of work and skills-based economy. If you’re struggling […]
Kentucky couple’s wedding album sold for 10 cents at thrift store
The album was mistakenly donated to a thrift store. One woman bought the album and took to Facebook to find the owner. SHEPHERDSVILLE, Ky. — Social media can be a powerful tool to help us connect with family, friends, and sometimes even strangers. A simple Facebook post in a Shepherdsville […]
Chrissy Teigen returns to social media after pregnancy loss: ‘Finally, a giggle’
© Provided by The Independent Chrissy Teigen has made a return to social media after taking time off in the wake of the loss of her third child, Jack. Earlier this month, Teigen shared the news with her followers on Instagram, revealing that she suffered excessive bleeding during her pregnancy. […]
Social media post helps local cookie dough business turn around | News
COVID-19 didn’t do a new Mid-Michigan bakery any favors when they were trying to open up earlier this year. “I love Flint, I grew up here, and went to school here. So, it means everything that the Flint community wants another bakery to stick around,” said We’reDough owner Jessica McGuire. […]
Candidate for Arizona Legislature gets suspended and firm gets banned from social media
© Town of Queen Creek Jake Hoffman A Queen Creek Town Council member running for the Arizona Legislature was suspended by Twitter and the marketing firm he runs was banned by Facebook for violating the platforms’ rules. Jake Hoffman’s Twitter account now shows as suspended; Twitter told The Republic it is permanently suspended. Hoffman […]
Sparks officials mum on investigation of officer accused of making social media threats
Sparks city officials are not releasing the findings of an investigation into a Sparks Police officer accused of threatening members of the Black Lives Matter movement on his personal Twitter account earlier this summer. © Marilyn Newton/RGJ Bomb squad members Jason Morgan, Reno Police, left, and George Forbush, Sparks Police, work on […]
Indonesian YouTube star Ria Ricis on her social media rise, controversies and why she needs security guards
Ria Ricis, born Ria Yunita, is one of Indonesia’s biggest YouTubers and runs three channels: Ricis Official, Ricis TV and Rumah Ricis. Photo: Courtesy of Ria Ricis Going from simple Instagram reviews of squeezable toys to a YouTube channel with more than 22 million subscribers, Ria Ricis is one of […]
Do social media algorithms erode our ability to make decisions freely? The jury is out
Social media algorithms, artificial intelligence, and our own genetics are among the factors influencing us beyond our awareness. This raises an ancient question: do we have control over our own lives? This article is part of The Conversation’s series on the science of free will. Have you ever watched a […]