In an era where misinformation is rampant, YouTube, one of the world’s largest video-sharing platforms, is making significant strides to promote news from ‘authoritative sources’. This initiative is part of a broader effort to combat the spread of fake news and misinformation, and to ensure that viewers have access to reliable and accurate information. YouTube’s News Hub and Immersive Watch …

Recently, deepfake scams involving celebrities such as Tom Hanks, YouTuber Mr. Beast, and CBS news anchor Gayle King have been circulating on social media platforms. These deepfakes use AI-generated versions of the celebrities to promote fraudulent products or schemes, such as dental plans, weight-loss products, and iPhone giveaways. The scammers typically take existing videos of the celebrities and use software …

Meta officially launched Threads, a text-based social messaging app that aims to rival Twitter. The app is currently available for free on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store in over 100 countries. Threads is designed for real-time updates and public conversations, targeting users looking for an alternative to Twitter. However, the platform is currently unavailable in European Union countries. Here are some rumored features of Threads and how it could be a viable competitor to …

Deepfake technology has rapidly advanced and become widespread in recent years. This technology can create convincing artificial media, like videos of one person’s face on another’s body. The FBI has warned the public about malicious actors creating synthetic content, commonly referred to as “deepfakes,” by manipulating benign photos and videos to create explicit content and sextortion schemes. Criminals use deepfake …

Famous YouTubers, Instagramers, and TikTokers have been known to go to great lengths to gain views and followers, often engaging in dangerous and stupid behavior. This trend has become increasingly prevalent in recent years, with many influencers taking risks that put their lives and the lives of others in danger. One example of this is Trevor Jacobs, a YouTuber who gained notoriety for …

In today’s digital age, we are more connected than ever before. Social media platforms, search engines, and other online services are constantly collecting data about us to create a personalized experience. This experience can be both positive and negative, depending on how we view it. One of the most significant negative effects is known as the “filter bubble.” This term …