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AI chatbots are set to come under regulatory scrutiny, and could face new restrictions, as a result of a new probe. Following reports of concerning interactions between young users and AI-powered chatbots in social apps, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has ordered Meta, OpenAI, Snapchat, X, Google and Character AI to provide more information on how their AI chatbots function, in order to establish whether adequate safety measures have been put in place to protect young users from potential harm. As per the FTC: “ The FTC inquiry seeks to understand what steps, if any, companies have taken to evaluate the safety of their chatbots when acting as companions, to limit the products’ use by and potential negative effects on children and teens, and to apprise users and parents of the risks associated with the products. ” As noted, those concerns stem from reports of potentially concerning interactions between AI chatbots and teens, across various platforms. For example, Meta has been accused of allowing its AI chatbots to engage in inappropriate conversations with minors, with Meta even encouraging such, as it seeks to maximize its AI tools. Snapchat’s “My AI” chatbot has also come under scrutiny over how it engages

"The Keys: A Guide to Digital Safety" aims to protect teens against bullying, illicit drug activity, nude and intimate images, and sextortion. Anna Halkidis Wed, September 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM UTC 2 min read Parents/GettyImages/Tatiana Meteleva It's probably no surprise for parents that teens love using Snapchat. A Pew Research Center survey of U.S. teens, ages 13 to 17, found 55% of them use the social media app, and roughly half of teens use it every day. But in the midst of having fun snapping their friends, Snapchat, like any social media app, can present some serious dangers. It's totally understandable why two-thirds of parents worry about their children's social media use, according to the University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health. “In today’s world, technology connects us in incredible ways, but communicating online, across any platform also comes with risks," Jacqueline Beauchere, the head of platform safety at Snapchat, tells Parents. "Many parents tell us they worry their teens don’t yet have the skills to navigate online life safely." Snapchat is trying to change that through "The Keys: A Guide to Digital Safety." The just-launched 45-minute online safety program aims to educate teens

by News 3 Staff Wed, September 10th 2025 at 5:17 AM Updated Wed, September 10th 2025 at 5:18 AM FILE - A person scrolls through the Snapchat app on a smartphone. LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Technology can be fun, informative and empowering, but communicating online on any platform comes with risks. The social media company Snapchat has introduced a new safety education program to better prepare teens and parents. Snapchat's head of safety operations outreach, Rachel Hochhauser, joined us to talk about The Keys and why it's important as students settle back into school. Visit thekeys.snapchat.com to learn more.

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In the ever-evolving world of social media, Snapchat and Instagram are converging on a strikingly similar path to fuel user growth, with both platforms emphasizing creator-driven content to ignite private conversations among friends. Snap Inc. CEO Evan Spiegel recently highlighted this shift in a company memo, noting how Snapchat’s Spotlight feature—a TikTok-like short-form video feed—is designed to spark direct messages (DMs) and group chats. This strategy mirrors Instagram’s latest moves, where the Meta-owned app is pushing Reels and Stories to encourage more intimate interactions, as user habits tilt toward personal connections over public broadcasts. According to a report in Business Insider, both companies are responding to a broader trend where younger users prefer ephemeral, friend-focused sharing rather than algorithm-driven feeds. Spiegel, in his September 2025 letter to employees, described this as a “crucible moment” for Snap, squeezed between tech giants but poised for expansion through enhanced messaging tools. Evan Spiegel’s Vision for Snapchat’s Revival Spiegel’s leadership has long positioned Snapchat as a pioneer in ephemeral content, but recent challenges, including slowed ad revenue, have prompted a tactical pivot. In a memo detailed on Snap’s newsroom site, he outlined plans to form small “squads” of 10-15 employees to accelerate innovation in

8 hours ago TJ Nelson , FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A juvenile who says they posted a video on Snapchat of a gun saying they would bring it to school told police it was a joke. Fargo Police were tipped off on Saturday afternoon by a parent of a student who had seen the video. They didn’t think it was funny and arrested the juvenile who was taken to juvenile detention for terrorizing-child victim. They also recovered the weapon seen in the video, an AR-style BB gun. Police say even if intended as a “joke,” there is nothing funny about threats of violence as they create fear and lead to serious, criminal charges. Categories: Local News , North Dakota News Tags: AR BB GUN , fargo police , Snapchat , TERRORIZING CHILD VICTIM , threat

The Crucible Moment Now, here, you see, it takes all the running you can do, to keep in the same place. If you want to get somewhere else, you must run at least twice as fast as that! — Lewis Carroll, Through the Looking-Glass Dear Team, After starting the year with considerable momentum, we stumbled in Q2, with ad revenue growth slowing to just 4% year-over-year. Fortunately, the year isn’t over yet. We have an enormous opportunity to re-establish momentum and enter 2026 prepared for the most consequential year yet in the life of Snap Inc. We’re poised to reach one billion Snapchatters, introduce Specs to the world, and generate record revenues diversified across direct revenue (meaning in-app purchase and subscriptions) as well as advertising. The cutoff for inclusion in the Fortune 500 was $7.4 billion in revenue in 2025, and with analyst estimates suggesting Snap could reach nearly $6 billion in revenue in 2025, we’re not far from achieving Fortune 500 status. In short, there’s a lot for us to look forward to. Snap operates in one of the most competitive industries in the world. Our largest competitors are worth trillions, invest hundreds of billions in capital each year

By Pittsburgh Pirates via www.youtube.com, 10h ago @IShowSpeed pulled up to PNC Park during his 35 Day IRL stream to take some batting practice with Andrew McCutchen and the fellas, and throw out the first pitch before the game. Subscribe to the Pirates YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/Pirates?sub_confirmation=1 Get tickets: https://www.mlb.com/pirates/tickets Join the conversation + follow the Pirates! Instagram: http://instagram.com/pittsburghpirates Twitter: http://twitter.com/Pirates TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pirates?lang=en Facebook: http://facebook.com/Pirates Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/pirates Read more at www.youtube.com

AEW has a new partnership. The Outrunners have been looking to regain their mojo in the AEW tag team division. The very popular team has made it close to claiming gold, but they haven’t been able to get there yet. Now, with a new alliance, they may have the magic ticket. Dalton Castle has been absent from television for a while. Fans have also missed him. This week on AEW Collision, fans saw the former ROH World Champion make his way back. The Outrunners were seen in outside as they looked for the answer to their problems. Then Dalton Castle showed up, and had a moment with them. The segment ended with a parody of Predator with Arnold Schwarzenegger from so many years ago. We will have to see what Dalton Castle and the Outrunners can do together. Only time will tell if they can help each other each the top of their division again. What’s your take on this new alliance? Do you think AEW needs another stable? Let us know what you think in the comments section! September 6, 2025 9:00 pm H Jenkins has been breaking pro wrestling news on Ringside News for nearly a decade, with

Washington, September 07 (QNA) - Snapchat has unveiled a new lens that allows users to generate and edit images using artificial intelligence, transforming written prompts into visuals. The new feature, called Imagine Lens, enables users to create, redesign, and share images simply by typing text commands. These AI-generated visuals can be sent to friends, posted to Snapchat Stories, or shared outside the app. Snap Inc. described Imagine Lens as the first of its kind to support custom text input for image creation, with the ability to revise prompts at any time. The lens is currently available to subscribers of the Platinum plan and + Lens tier. The launch is part of Snapchat's broader push to enhance user experience through creative tools powered by AI, reflecting the company's ongoing commitment to innovation. Earlier this year, Snapchat introduced a standalone app for iOS and a web-based tool aimed at simplifying augmented reality lens creation using AI. In March, the platform also debuted its first generative video lenses. (QNA)