Meta is testing new facial recognition tools on Facebook and Instagram to help users quickly restore compromised accounts and combat fake celebrity-endorsed scams. According to The Verge* these tools will verify a user’s identity by comparing their face to profile pictures on the platforms. The primary goal is to protect both celebrities and everyday users … More Meta brings back face scanning to combat scams
Social media platforms are more than just places for mindless scrolling. When used safely and sensibly, they can become dynamic playgrounds for your child to explore their creativity. From photo-sharing to short video apps, each platform offers unique features that can nurture your child’s creative skills in different ways. Let’s delve into how you can … More Different creativity playgrounds. Use social media apps for creative development
Helping children navigate the realm of appropriate and secure online behavior has become a daily responsibility for parents in today’s digital age. But let’s turn the tables for a moment! We asked children: “What insights would you offer your parents regarding their own online habits? Is there anything they should change?” The answers we gathered … More “Mom, don’t embarrass me!” – What do children think of their parents’ netiquette?
One of the biggest threats to watch out for on social media is fraud perpetrated by people who aren’t who they claim to be. Here’s how to recognize them. Some 4.5 billion people worldwide, or almost 55 percent of the global population, have at least one account with one of the big players. And global internet users … More Fake friends and followers on social media – and how to spot them
According to BBC, Instagram and Facebook users will now be able to pay for a blue tick verification, parent company Meta has announced. Meta Verified will cost $11.99 a month on web, or $14.99 for iPhone users.Mark Zuckerberg, Meta chief executive, said the move will improve security and authenticity on the social media apps. The … More Instagram and Facebook to get paid-for verification
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