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Facebook and Instagram parent company Meta Platforms is urging users to stay vigilant about “romance scams” ahead of Valentine’s Day, warning of unsolicited messages through its apps and other social media platforms, as well as general text messages

Tech firms must invest in and respect the people who filter social media and label the data that AI relies on, says Sonia Kgomo, an organiser with African Tech Workers Rising

A lawsuit has been filed against the Prince of Darkness for allegedly using a photograph of his own likeness without obtaining permission

How to sell MAGA men a pro-scam agenda? Tell them a woman founded the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Revealing connections between data to investigate and reveal misinformation, fraud and scams.

India witnessed an alarming 74.4 percent increase in hate speech incidents in 2024 compared to 2023, with political leaders, especially from the governing Bharatiya Janata Party, playing a central role in spreading anti-minority rhetoric. According to a report by the India Hate Lab, 1,165 verified in-person hate speech events were…

Having your social media hacked can be a daunting experience

Louise Lasalle was found dead in woods in Longjumeau, northern France - arrests were made after a man was seen walking behind her on CCTV

Meta once invested millions and attracted top talent as tech’s leader in corporate diversity. After those aspirations peaked in 2019, the company scuttled them altogether

A man lost £3,250 in an elaborate 'Elon Musk' deepfake investment scam, tricked by a convincing AI-generated video promoting a fraudulent trading platform.

For new parents struggling with challenges such as breastfeeding and sleep deprivation, social media can be a great place to turn for advice. Digital platforms such as Facebook and Reddit host a range of groups that offer peer support and information.