The United Arab Emirates has introduced a new resolution restricting social media access for children under the age of 15, in a major step aimed at strengthening online safety and protecting minors in the digital environment. Approved on June 18, the resolution establishes strict age-based guidelines for social media usage. Under the new rules, children…
Malaysia has introduced strict new regulations that prevent children under the age of 16 from creating accounts on major social media platforms. The move is part of the country’s broader effort to enhance online safety and shield young users from potentially harmful digital content. The policy places Malaysia among a growing number of countries taking…
Digital Rights Foundation has raised alarm over the growing wave of online harassment and digital threats in Pakistan, revealing that more than 5,000 new complaints were recorded between May 2024 and December 2025. According to the organization’s latest report, its Digital Security Helpline documented a total of 5,041 complaints during the reporting period, highlighting what…
Reddit appears to be limiting access to its mobile web version for certain users as part of a new test encouraging people to switch to the official app. According to reports, some iPhone users are now encountering a full-screen pop-up while visiting Reddit through a mobile browser. The message reportedly asks users to “get the…
X has officially introduced its standalone messaging application, XChat, marking a significant step in expanding its communication ecosystem beyond the core platform. The newly launched app is currently available for iOS users and enables seamless interaction with existing X contacts. Users can send messages, share files, and engage in both audio and video calls, bringing…
Snap Inc., the parent company of Snapchat, is set to lay off around 1,000 employees as part of a major restructuring effort aimed at reducing costs and accelerating its transition toward artificial intelligence-driven growth. The layoffs represent approximately 16 percent of the company’s total workforce. The decision comes as Snap looks to streamline its operations…
Long-awaited “Watch History” feature now lets you find Reels you’ve already viewed Instagram has finally rolled out one of its most requested features ever — a “Watch History” option for Reels — allowing users to revisit videos they’ve already watched. The feature, announced by Instagram head Adam Mosseri on Friday, is designed to fix one…
Facebook’s complicated relationship with the gaming community is set for another transformation as the platform confirmed that its long-running Gaming Creator Program will officially end in 2026. The program, introduced in 2018, was designed to empower gaming streamers by offering early access to new features, personalized support from Facebook teams, and opportunities to earn revenue…
Instagram has begun testing a bold new redesign that gives Reels and Direct Messages (DMs) prime placement on the app’s main navigation bar — a change that has left users divided. The new layout, announced by Instagram head Adam Mosseri, introduces dedicated tabs for Reels and DMs, reflecting Meta’s growing focus on short-form video and…
Facebook users frustrated by random, irrelevant Reels can finally breathe a sigh of relief. Tech giant Meta has rolled out a major update to Facebook’s recommendation algorithm, giving users greater control over the short-form videos they see. The move aims to make Facebook’s Reels experience more personalized, relevant, and competitive with platforms like TikTok and…