Social Media

Influencers promote dietary supplements on TikTok and Instagram, often crossing legal boundaries in the process.

Reddit is planning to implement a login requirement for those who want to read content on the platform.

Instagram is testing videos up to 90 minutes long. The new format, called "Features," will initially be available to select users in the U.S.

An old photo on the internet can become costly. The photo agency Blickwinkel sometimes demands thousands of euros for unauthorized use.

The German government plans new regulations against deepfakes. In severe cases, courts may even be able to suspend social media accounts.

Instagram Introduces New Features for Schools Students, parents, and teachers will be able to communicate directly through secure areas.

Many young people want age restrictions for TikTok, Instagram, and other platforms, according to a survey by TK.

The U.S. startup Operation Bluebird has launched a new social network, Twitter.now, reviving the old brand.

Instagram's "First Draft" automatically creates an initial reel edit from multiple clips. The new feature is launching first on the iPhone.

The RASF is fighting against the significant role that smartphones now play in everyday life. TECHBOOK spoke with the face of the movement.

A TikTok trend suggests placing your smartphone in the refrigerator when it overheats. TECHBOOK explains why this is strongly discouraged.

Meta must pay $567 million into a relief fund for affected children following a U.S. court ruling on its privacy violations.

Is MySpace on the verge of a comeback? Maybe. In connection with a documentary, hints have been made by founders and investors.

With "Facebook Verified," Meta aims to create security and guidance. To me, this is the final surrender to AI fakes.

Children should only be allowed to use social networks gradually in the future. An expert report for the EU recommends stricter regulations.

Meta has introduced Muse Image, a new AI-powered image generator. Users can create, edit, and use images directly within the apps.

Researchers compare global data and identify a link between smartphone use, dating, and declining birth rates.

Anyone who interacts with a post on X that is later corrected will be actively notified of the misinformation in the future.

A study shows that the social media ban in Australia has not been very successful so far. Here's how teenagers are outsmarting the system.

Snapchat to Introduce Ads Directly in Chat Snapchat will soon display ads directly within chat conversations. Several brands are already on board, and the rollout is also happening in Germany.

With the new "Rearrange Grid" feature, Instagram users finally have the ability to freely design their profile pages.

A court ruling from Cologne could significantly tighten the labeling of advertising on Instagram. Even preview images are coming under scrutiny.

Meta is testing a new app for Facebook groups called Forum. The app is reminiscent of Reddit but requires a Facebook account.

Meta introduces "Instants," a new app for spontaneous content. Photos and videos disappear after being viewed once.

eYou has launched: The European network focuses on data protection, transparent algorithms, and fact-checking to combat fake news.

Instagram and TikTok are each testing AI tools that automatically create ads—even from private users' posts! Here are all the details.

Few people find cat content anything but cute or amusing. But why is that? TECHBOOK investigated.

Millions of Facebook users affected: How to join the class action against Meta and secure up to 600 euros.

U.S. Court fines Meta $375 million for inadequate protection of minors on Facebook and Instagram.