Countries are barring teens from social media—could the U.S. be next? One expert thinks it's 'inevitable'

Australia recently became the first country to outlaw anyone under 16 from having a social media profile. Spain, France and ...

Colorado Legislators Want Device-Level Age Restrictions for Minors. Here’s What That Means

Colorado is the latest state looking to join that list. Colorado state legislators Sen. Matt Ball and Rep. Amy Paschal introduced the bill SB26-051 last month. It’s based on AB-1043, also known as the ...

Social media can be addictive even for adults, but there are ways to cut back

Social media addiction has been compared to casinos, opioids and cigarettes. While there’s some debate among experts about the line between overuse and addiction, and whether social media can cause ...

Europe looks to Australia's social media ban for kids

Germany has joined the growing list of EU nations that are considering banning children from social media. Australia has banned youths from social media since December — and its example has lessons ...
TechAnnouncer

Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter: Navigating the Top Social Media Platforms in 2026

Hey there! So, 2026 is here, and the social media scene is still buzzing. We’ve got the old favorites like Facebook, ...

Understanding Social Networking Services: Examples, Benefits & Drawbacks

Discover how social networking services connect users globally, explore their advantages, and understand the risks involved, ...

These are the countries moving to ban social media for children

Australia was the first country to issue a ban in late 2025, aiming to reduce the pressures and risks that young users may face on social media, including cyberbullying, social media addiction, and ...

Homeland Security Wants Social Media Sites to Expose Anti-ICE Accounts

The department has sent Google, Meta and other companies hundreds of subpoenas for information on accounts that track or comment on Immigration and Customs Enforcement, officials and tech workers said ...
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6 social media platforms that make the most of your personal data

Social media isn't free. You pay with your data. These social media platforms make the most money from selling your personal information.
Forbes

Collecting Social Security Abroad: Understanding SSA Country List 4

For Americans considering giving up U.S. citizenship or abandoning a green card, understanding how Social Security benefits are treated abroad is essential. Many assume that once they qualify for ...
Medical Xpress

Is social media time really harming teens? A UK study finds weak links overall

There is little evidence that the amount of time young people spend on social media is linked to later mental health issues, according to a new study. Research following more than 3,000 young people ...
USA Today

Bad Bunny divides social media with Super Bowl halftime show

The 2026 Super Bowl halftime show reviews are in, and – as usual – social media has a lot to say about Bad Bunny. Referencing this aspect of the performance and noting the "together we are America" ...