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Online experts you can trust for Hurricane Milton info
These hurricane pros are sharing accurate information about the terrifying storm.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Hurricane Milton questions? Check out the White House's new Reddit page.
The page will continue to correct misinformation and update users on federal actions.
More than a dozen states sue TikTok for its allegedly addictive algorithm
The states argue the platform is falsely advertising its content as safe for children.
3 signs of online grooming you're likely to miss
These subtle signs are hard for teens and parents to detect.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Facebook can’t use your sexual orientation to target ads, EU court says
Targeted ads may seem like a no-brainer, but safety and privacy considerations complicate the issue.
Meta deems red triangle a proxy for Hamas support, will enforce removal
The triangle is also used by pro-Palestine accounts online.
Bill Nye will only take a selfie with you if you're voting pro-climate
It's "Bill Nye the Climate Guy" now.
How to connect your iPhone to a satellite to send messages
If you've unexpectedly lost service, this iPhone feature lets you stay in touch with friends and family.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Displaced Hurricane Helene victims can get temporary housing hosted by Airbnb
Affected residents in two states have a new option for housing.
Snapchat allowed sextortion, grooming to proliferate, lawsuit claims
The social media site is facing claims it knowingly put children at risk.
'Nobody is immune': Don't fall for a Bitcoin ATM scam
These machines are everywhere now, from laundromats to convenience stores.
By Rebecca Ruiz
TikTok bad actors harness AI to reanimate Hitler's hate
While some users mock the dead dictator, others embrace his bigotry.
Why teens are telling strangers their secrets online
Teens are looking for confidants. They can become victims of predators instead.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Child 'content creators' granted protections in California by Gov. Newsom
The decades-old Coogan Law is updated to recognize children appearing in digital content.
Google launches new gaming world for kids on Roblox
Google's Be Internet Awesome program introduces its "Internauts" to the world of Roblox.
A new VR tool is training eye doctors around the world
The initiative could help tackle the global shortage of doctors training in eye surgery.
5 ways to avoid getting sucked into election stress
From online misinformation to fights with strangers, big elections can take a toll.
By Rebecca Ruiz
Meta partners with Be My Eyes for accessible Ray-Ban glasses upgrade
Glasses wearers who are blind or low vision can access live support as they navigate the world.
'Robot lawyer' a scam, FTC says in major AI crackdown
Consumers lost tens of millions of dollars to these deceptive schemes.
By Rebecca Ruiz
X just released its first transparency report in years. Here's what they aren't saying.
X's new philosophy: Restriction over removal.
"Time is up" to regulate AI, UN advisor says
The international body considers AI a potential boon… and possibly as devastating as nuclear weapons.
Waymo’s driverless cars are coming to these cities next
"Total Recall" vibes spread across the nation.
Passport renewal process, including photos, now fully online
You can use a phone to take your pic!
