New X update allows blocked users to see your public posts

Elon Musk-run X social media platform has started to launch an update that will allow people you’ve blocked to continue to see your posts and your followers’ lists. 

According to the company, If your posts are set to public, accounts you have blocked can see your posts.

“We’re starting to launch t ...read more

Now filter chats with customised lists on WhatsApp

Meta-owned WhatsApp on Thursday made it easier to organise messages filling up users’ inbox, which will help them keep track of conversations with family members, work colleagues, college friends and more. 

Earlier this year, the popular messaging platform introduced chat filters as a way to find messages faster.

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YouTube, Instagram expand presence in South Korean app market

 US-based social media platforms YouTube and Instagram saw their usage time among South Korean users rise sharply in September from a year earlier, data showed on Sunday, while domestic platforms like KakaoTalk and Naver lost ground. 

The total hours spent by South Korean users on YouTube, the top player, came to 1.8 billion ...read more

The Impact of Technology on Social Media: Transforming Communication and Connection

Social media has become an integral part of our daily lives, transforming the way we communicate, share, and connect. With rapid advancements in technology, social media platforms have evolved, providing users with innovative features and tools that enhance their online experience. In this article, we’ll explore the role of technology in s ...read more

WhatsApp, Messenger to allow messages from 3rd-party services in EU: Meta

Meta has announced plans to allow third-party services in WhatsApp and Messenger for users in the European Union, who will soon be able to put messages in the same inbox as third-party chats or keep them separate. 

Under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), Meta is making major changes to WhatsApp and Messenger to enable interoperabilit ...read more

PhonePe launches pre-approved term life insurance

PhonePe on Friday announced the launch of a ‘pre-approved term life insurance’ feature on its platform. 

The feature aims to make insurance coverage more accessible and affordable for millions of Indians by waiving the requirement for proof of income at the time of policy purchase.

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New IT rules: Centre disposes of 937 cases from 1,065 received so far

The Grievance Appellate Committees under the IT Rules, 2021 received 1,065 cases since its inception and disposed of 937 cases, ensuring accountability of intermediaries towards safe and trusted internet, the Parliament was informed on Friday.

Minister of State for Electronic and IT, Jitin Prasada told the Rajya Sabha, ...read more

X rival Threads set to hit 200 million monthly active users: Meta CEO

As more than 3.2 billion people use at least one of Meta apps daily, X rival Threads is about to hit 200 million monthly active users (MAUs), Meta Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced. 

He said the company is making steady progress towards building Threads what is going to be another “major social app”.

YouTube says providing Indian creators new ways to generate revenue, unlock ‘fandoms’

Google-owned YouTube is helping Indian creators unlock 'fandoms' in three ways -- creation, monetisation and community – allowing them new tools to generate revenue directly from dedicated fans, Ishan John Chatterjee, Director-India, YouTube, said on Tuesday. 

Speaking to IANS, Chatterjee said featur ...read more