Scott Macnab: Leaders must set example to fight social media abuse

A Reclaim the Internet campaign aims to cut down abuse and ensure all voices can be heard online. Extremist language from political leaders on social media erodes our values as…

We are curating our lives for social media, it is not who we really are

The Facebook post is a reflection of what we project but what we search on Google is a testament to what we are at our most insecure (and honest) (File…

Your social media activity could help, or harm you

Employers are increasing checking out the social media profiles of prospective employees. Questionable content is obviously a concern, but more than 40 percent of employers who were polled said an…

The Secret Social Media Lives of Teenagers

Earlier this week, Harvard University revealed that it had rescinded admissions offers to at least 10 students who shared offensive images within what they thought was a private Facebook group…

Can Social Media Have An Impact On Your Personal Injury Claim?

Increasingly, social media is becoming more ingrained and playing a bigger role in our lives. From travel and shopping to healthcare, relationships and even education, social media is impacting decisions…

No State Department Social Media Surveillance

EFF has joined a coalition effort, led by the Brennan Center for Justice, to oppose yet another federal program to scrutinize the social media accounts of foreign visitors to the…

Social media: a waste of time or a place for friendships?

Twenty-five percent of the 12-18-old students surveyed by the Tata Consultancy Services’ Gen Z Survey find social media a waste of time. This was their response to the question “Have…

US Asks Visa Applicants For Social Media Handles

A State Department official said new security procedures had gone into effect on May 25 for travelers. WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES:  The United States has begun asking some would-be visitors applying…

Does Social Media Help SEO? [Final Answer]

The impact of social media on SEO has, and probably always will be, one of the most talked about topics in the search industry. Specifically, whether social media really helps your…

US approves social media background checks for visa applicants

The U.S. is buttressing its paperwork walls with new requirements for social media disclosures as part of revised visa applications. Reported by Reuters earlier today, the decision from the U.S.…