Do Son YouTube is testing a new collaboration feature that lets creators tag co-creators in videos, sharing content across audiences and boosting visibility, similar to Instagram and TikTok.
Social Media
OpenAI has disabled a ChatGPT feature that leaked private conversations to Google Search after users unknowingly enabled indexing, exposing sensitive data and resumes.
Kaspersky exposes a stealthy cyberespionage campaign targeting Russian IT firms and global businesses, using DLL hijacking, social media C2, and obfuscation to deploy Cobalt Strike.
Facebook has removed over 10 million accounts and updated its algorithm to fight content theft and impersonation, boosting original creators and quality posts.
Linda Yaccarino has resigned as X CEO after two years, reigniting speculation about the platform's future under Elon Musk, particularly its ad business and AI ambitions (Grok).
TikTok is launching a new "M2" app by Sept 5 to comply with US divestment law, as ByteDance nears a deal with Oracle, aiming to replace the current app by March 2026.
Donald Trump announced a "very wealthy" buyer for TikTok's US operations, with details expected in two weeks. The deal likely needs Chinese approval to avoid a ban.
CapCut's updated TOS (June 12, 2025) grants ByteDance a perpetual, worldwide license to use user content, including likeness and voice, for any purpose without compensation or approval.
The Trump administration has granted TikTok another 90-day extension, allowing more time for a sale to a US buyer and keeping the app from being banned
Mastodon updates its Terms of Service, formally prohibiting unauthorized AI data scraping and LLM training, effective July 1, 2025. Other Fediverse instances may follow.
Meta's Q1 2025 report details the takedown of covert influence campaigns from China, Iran, and Romania, utilizing AI and fake accounts to manipulate public discourse.
OpenAI is reportedly developing a social network, potentially integrating ChatGPT. Learn about their plans, and the Altman/Musk rivalry behind it.
ClearSky's analysis reveals a persistent Houthi influence campaign using fake websites and Facebook personas to spread disinformation in Israel and Gulf states. The operation employs deceptive tactics like cloned news articles and fake profiles to manipulate public discourse.