Facebook trials fees for link sharing, hitting news publishers
Meta is testing a new feature where users must pay to share links on Facebook. This could drastically reduce traffic to news sites and reshape online content. Read the full analysis.
Meta is testing a new feature where users must pay to share links on Facebook. This could drastically reduce traffic to news sites and reshape online content. Read the full analysis.
The parents of Murray Dowey, 16, who took his own life after being blackmailed on Instagram, are taking legal action against Meta. Read their story and the lawsuit details.
The parents of Murray Dowey, 16, who died by suicide after sextortion on Instagram, are suing Meta for wrongful death. The landmark UK case accuses the platform of prioritising profit over safety.
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s takes effect 10 December. Discover how the law passed swiftly and which major platforms have agreed to comply.
A major Cloudflare network failure caused widespread internet disruption, highlighting our critical reliance on a handful of tech providers. Experts warn of systemic fragility.
A major Cloudflare internet outage on Friday caused blank pages across LinkedIn, Zoom, and Canva. The web infrastructure giant's dashboard failure highlights a critical single point of failure in global networks.
A major Cloudflare outage caused widespread disruption, taking down sites like LinkedIn and Zoom. The web infrastructure giant has now implemented a fix. Read the full report.
More than 24,000 residents in a Kent town are without water for a third day, forcing school closures. Get the full list of affected schools and latest updates.
OpenAI's ChatGPT experienced a major global outage, with users reporting widespread errors. CEO Sam Altman has issued a 'code red' to staff, delaying new features to focus on core reliability. Read the latest updates.
Meta is notifying underage Instagram and Facebook users in Australia that their accounts will be deactivated under new laws. Discover how the age verification process works and its implications.
Over 24,000 people in Tunbridge Wells face a third day without water, forcing multiple schools to close and causing major disruption. Get the full list of closures and latest updates.
Disney creative chief Bruce Vaughn reveals constant phone use breaks the magic. New Meta partnership offers smart glasses solution. Would you wear them?
A major power outage at Leeds station has caused widespread cancellation of train services. Passengers are advised not to travel. Full details on affected operators and ticket info.
Netflix briefly crashed as the final series of Stranger Things dropped, leaving thousands of fans unable to stream. Discover the details and the show's record-breaking chart success.
WhatsApp reintroduces its 'About' feature with enhanced visibility and privacy controls. Learn how to share daily updates and manage who sees them. Update your app now!
A severe storm with 110km/h winds and giant hail battered Brisbane, leaving nearly 100,000 homes without power. Read the latest on the damage and recovery efforts.
US senators call for FTC and SEC investigation into Meta's $3.5bn scam ad revenue. Discover how Facebook and Instagram profit from fraudulent advertisements targeting millions.
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Discover which platforms are included, how age checks work, and the appeal process for wrongful bans.
Security researchers discovered a method to expose WhatsApp users' phone numbers and profile data. Learn how to protect your privacy and what this means for your security.
Meta will deactivate Instagram, Facebook and Threads accounts for Australian users under 16 by December 10. Find out how this social media ban affects young teenagers.
A major Cloudflare outage left millions unable to access key websites like PayPal and ChatGPT, raising concerns over our reliance on a few tech giants. Discover the full impact.
Meta starts notifying Australian teens under 16 that their Facebook, Instagram and Threads accounts will be deactivated by December 10. Affected users can download content or return at 16.
Our review of Marvel's Deadpool VR for Meta Quest. Experience the mercenary's fourth-wall breaking humour and chaotic combat in this polished VR adventure.
A US judge rules Meta does not hold a social networking monopoly, rejecting the FTC's bid to force the breakup of Instagram and WhatsApp. Read the full analysis.
A major Cloudflare outage left sites like Google, YouTube, and Bet365 inaccessible. Discover the cause and what it reveals about internet fragility. Read the full analysis.
A major Cloudflare outage on Tuesday morning caused widespread disruptions to platforms including X, Spotify and ChatGPT, affecting thousands of users. Discover the full story.
A major Cloudflare technical fault has caused widespread internet disruption, taking down popular sites like X, ChatGPT, and Bet365. See the full list of affected services and get the latest updates.
A major Cloudflare outage on Tuesday caused widespread disruption to popular services including X, Spotify and ChatGPT, affecting thousands of users across the UK and globally.
A major Cloudflare outage caused widespread internet errors, affecting sites like X and OpenAI. The company is investigating a spike in unusual traffic. Read the latest updates.
A major Cloudflare outage caused widespread internet disruption, affecting sites including X and OpenAI. Discover how this infrastructure failure impacted millions.