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Social media companies are already losing the vaccine misinformation fight
Social media companies like Facebook and YouTube have ramped up their policies against coronavirus misinformation and banned false claims about Covid-19 vaccines. But as distribution of the vaccines begin, online accounts are exploiting loopholes in new policies and successfully sharing misleading claims that attempt to discourage vaccination. Throughout the pandemic,…Read More
'Instagram making it harder to report fakes' says Welsh former glamour model
Jess Davies’ Instagram account A Welsh former glamour model has complained that Instagram has “made it difficult to report fakes” who steal her topless photos. Jess Davies, from Aberystwyth, has opened up in the past about her struggles preventing criminals and pranksters stealing her images to catfish people online, and…Read More
Twitch rule backfires, simp is now used more than ever before
Twitch / TwitchOlivia R. December 19, 2020Twitch doubled down on problematic language earlier this week, and the streaming community wasn't having it. As part of the streaming platform's updated harassment policy, the use of "simp," "virgin," and "incel" were declared ban-worthy offenses when used as an insult. Twitch COO Sarah…Read More
Op-ed: Why esports is multi-billion-dollar opportunity for forward-thinking investors
G2 Esports fans during Quarter Finals League of Legends World Championship match between G2 Esports and Damwon Gaming on October 27, 2019 in Madrid, Spain. Borja B. Hojas | Getty Images For the uninitiated, think of esports like you would any other sport. Instead of baseball, hockey, chess or curling,…Read More
On the area arts and cultural scene
Tickets are on sale for New Venture Theatre's online concert, "Soulful Sounds of Christmas," streaming through Jan. 19. This family-friendly show is a benefit presentation for the theater company. Tickets are $15 at vimeo.com/ondemand/ssoc2020. For more information, call (225) 588-7576 or visit newventuretheatre.org.Theatre Baton Rouge's production of the radio stage play…Read More
Video CMS Software Market 2020 Segmentation, by Key Players: Vimeo Pro, Panopto, Hippo …
Video CMS Software Market 2020 Segmentation, by Key Players: Vimeo Pro, Panopto, Hippo Video, Brightcove, Cloudinary, Cincopa, Kaltura, IBM Ustream, VdoCipher, Mediasite Video Platform, Ooyala, Vbrick, The research report on the Video CMS Software market provides a complete analysis of the fundamental information about the market overview, market size, and…Read More
Mike de Leon's 'Kisapmata' which stars Charo Santos available for streaming today
Charo Santos as Mila in Mike de Leon’s “Kisapmata” (Image: screengrab from YouTube/Citizen Jake) Renowned filmmaker Mike de Leon’s 1981 film “Kisapmata,” which stars a young Charo Santos, is available for free streaming only today, Dec. 19. De Leon uploaded the restored version of the classic film through his “Citizen…Read More
Internet Ad Spending Market Investment Analysis | Facebook, Google, LinkedIn
JCMR recently introduced Global Internet Ad Spending Market study with focused approach on market size & volumes by Application, Industry particular process, product type, players, and production & Consumption analysis considering major factors, cost Structure and regulatory factors. At present, the market is developing its presence and some of the key players…Read More
Digital Retail Market R & D including top key players Edelman, Interpublic Group of Companies …
JCMR recently introduced Global Digital Retail Market study with focused approach on market size & volumes by Application, Industry particular process, product type, players, and production & Consumption analysis considering major factors, cost Structure and regulatory factors. At present, the market is developing its presence and some of the key players from…Read More
Maaleak Wilbur: the Steep Climb to Success
In conquering dreams, the most important part is putting the first step forward. No matter how out of reach a vision seems, the possibility that it will come to fruition will always be there so long as the person dares to turn it into a reality. As one of those…Read More
The essential guide on what NOT to post on your LinkedIn profile
Your LinkedIn profile is like your resume. Use it efficiently to meet potential clients and get jobs, not to date or make enemies. December 19, 2020 / 01:54 PM IST Photo by LinkedIn Sales Navigator on Unsplash Pune’s 46-year-old Kushal Gupta was in the process of applying for a different…Read More
WhatsApp Pay now live: Follow steps to add bank account using Android and iPhone
Whatsapp is one of the most popular social media applications used by millions of people across the world. Facebook-owned WhatsApp keeps on adding new features for its users. The messaging app first proposed the idea of introducing the payment feature in India in 2018, but it took the company two…Read More
8 things to know about how hackers target online shoppers on WhatsApp and other social media …
Gadgets NowSlideShows8 things to know about how hackers target online shoppers on WhatsApp and other social media websitesGadgets Now Bureau19 Dec, 2020, 09:41AM ISTFacebookTwitterLinkedin198 things to know about how hackers target online shoppers on WhatsApp and other social media websitesChina-based hackers reportedly used the recent festive sales of Flipkart and…Read More
Colorado Springs police warn of 'Card Cracking' scam on Snapchat, more than 17 community …
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - Police are reporting there is a criminal pattern happening in both Colorado Springs and the Falcon targeting more than a dozen people.According to Colorado Springs Police, cases of “Card Cracking” have been occurring particularly through Snapchat. This is a type of identity theft and check…Read More
The Biggest Personal Injury Decisions And Verdicts Of 2020
By Y. Peter Kang Law360 is providing free access to its coronavirus coverage to make sure all members of the legal community have accurate information in this time of uncertainty and change. Use the form below to sign up for any of our weekly newsletters. Signing up for any of…Read More
12-Year-Old DJ Has Equipment Confiscated After School Bathroom Rave
Cael Bell, photo by Louise Bell, image via Facebook Cael Bell, 12-year-old DJ and all-ages legend, had his equipment confiscated after hosting a rave in the school bathroom. As his mother Louise Bell related on Facebook, the saga began about two weeks ago, when the budding turntablist sent out a…Read More
Elizabeth Banks Speaks Out On Twitter After 'Stand Your Ground' Bill Passes In Ohio House
December 18, 2020 at 1:32 pm PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Actress Elizabeth Banks is speaking out in regards to a Stand Your Ground bill that passed the Ohio House on Thursday. According to Cleveland.com, the bill now must pass the Senate before heading to the desk of Governor Mike DeWine. If the…Read More
YouTube's approach to global election misinformation criticised
After facing heavy criticism for not doing enough to stem misinformation ahead of the US presidential election, YouTube announced last week it would remove videos that alleged fraud had changed the outcome of the contest. But half a world away in Myanmar, which held a general election just five days…Read More
