Was Instagram down? Users reported outage issues on Thursday
Instagram appeared to be down for many users on Thursday. Here's what we know.
Social media warning labels proposed by Minnesota lawmakers
A new proposal by Minnesota lawmakers would require a social media platform to show users an initial mental health warning label, as well as, an occasional pop-up timer tracking their time spent on any social media website or app.
Medusa ransomware: CISA issues email security warning
Cyber security officials are warning email users against a dangerous ransomware scheme.
New fact-checks coming to Facebook: Here's when
Meta will begin testing Community Notes, a crowdsourced fact-checking system for Facebook and Instagram, on March 18. The new program replaces traditional fact-checking, a move that has sparked concern from media experts.
Is X down? Elon Musk claims ‘massive cyberattack’
Elon Musk said Monday that his social media platform X was hit with a cyberattack.
Trump, DHS launch new self-deportation app CBP Home
The Trump administration has introduced the CBP Home app, a new platform designed to help people in the U.S. illegally self-deport.
Remember Digg? Its founders are bringing it back, with AI's help
Digg, a news site that popularized up- and down-votes online, is making a comeback over 20 years after it launched, with the help of AI and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian.
Alexa will soon be able to order your groceries, too
Amazon’s upgraded feature can help users when purchasing their everyday essentials. Here’s how it works.
Trump: Chip maker TSMC to invest $100 billion in U.S.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) is the world’s biggest semiconductor manufacturer.
Microsoft outage: What you need to know
Several Microsoft programs, including Microsoft 365 and Outlook, experienced outages on Saturday, according to Downdetector.
Skype is shutting down, Microsoft says
Skype, the video-calling service that was once so popular it became a verb, is shutting down, Microsoft said.
Amazon unveils AI-powered Alexa+ with humanlike chat for $19.99 a month
Amazon introduces Alexa+, a generative AI-powered assistant with a monthly fee of $19.99, free for Prime members.
Trump shares apparent AI video offering ‘what's next’ for Gaza
President Trump shared an AI video of “what’s next" for Gaza that included a sunny beachside resort town alongside images of bearded bellydancers and a golden Trump balloon and statue.
Rep. Dan Crenshaw caught on hot mic allegedly threatening to 'kill' Tucker Carlson
U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw was caught on a hot mic seemingly threatening to "kill" former Fox News host Tucker Carlson after an interview with GB News. Carlson made a post on X offering Crenshaw his address.
AI traffic cameras track drivers using cell phones
New AI traffic cameras will track drivers using cell phones or committing other violations along Highway 7.
‘Nudified’ photos victimized Minnesota women who now hope for change
A bipartisan Minnesota bill would make it illegal for apps and websites to allow anyone to "nudify" photos and videos. Fines of at least $500,000 for each violation are on the table.
Little Falls mom suing TikTok over data collection from 9-year-old daughter
The lawsuit says the company violated federal laws regarding data collection of minors when it allowed her daughter to create an account at 9-years-old, then targeted ads toward her.
Watch: Flying car moves closer to takeoff
Jetsons-like flying cars may come sooner than you think.
Microsoft says it created a new state of matter to power the world's most advanced computers
Microsoft says its new Majorana 1 chip could lead to quantum computers capable of unprecedented power, using a newly observed state of matter.
‘Nudification’ fines in Minnesota eyed by lawmakers over privacy invasion
A new bill before Minnesota lawmakers would target “nudification" technology in the state, imposing fines of at least $500,000 for those who use it.