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Meta appeals landmark ruling linking its platforms to social-media addiction
technology10 hours ago

Meta appeals landmark ruling linking its platforms to social-media addiction

Meta and YouTube appealed a Los Angeles jury's finding that their platforms contributed to a young woman's social-media addiction, after the plaintiff was awarded $3 million in damages and up to $3 million in punitive damages. The defense argues teen mental health is complex and not attributable to a single app, and requested overturning the verdict or a new trial. The caseCentered on design features like infinite scroll and autoplay could influence thousands of similar lawsuits, with Meta also facing a separate New Mexico verdict of $375 million against its platforms; the outcome of the appeals could shape future litigation against social-media companies.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|
#law#litigation#mental-health
Opt out of Meta’s AI image generator using your Instagram photos
technology16 hours ago

Opt out of Meta’s AI image generator using your Instagram photos

Meta’s new AI image generator can create images from Instagram photos, and public accounts were auto-opted in. To opt out, switch your Instagram account to private or go to Settings and Activity > Sharing and reuse, and disable “Allow people to use your content on Instagram and with AI features on Meta,” specifically turning off Posts and Reels.

via The Washington Post|
#generative-ai#instagram#media
From Hobart's Beach to Worldwide Legend: Neil the Seal's Viral Fame
world1 day ago

From Hobart's Beach to Worldwide Legend: Neil the Seal's Viral Fame

Neil the southern elephant seal’s Tasmanian visits drew crowds and a security detail, turning him from a local sighting into a global folk hero as memes and media celebrate his free-roaming, uncontained nature. The piece explores why wild encounters captivate us, comparing him to celebrity wildlife and considering broader themes of freedom and rebellion in popular culture, while noting experts’ cautions about over-interpreting his behaviour amid his possible departure from Tasmania.

via The Conversation|
#culture#social-media#tasmania
Health tips from the feed: a doctor's take on social media and AI
health1 day ago

Health tips from the feed: a doctor's take on social media and AI

A CNN interview with Dr. Leana Wen highlights a new study showing social media is a major source of health information (about 88% of adults used it in the past year; roughly 47 million base health decisions on online content), yet most users (78%) doubt the accuracy of what they see. Wen explains why people turn to social platforms—speed, accessibility, and peer stories—and warns that AI can generate confident but potentially misleading guidance. The piece urges readers to verify information with trusted sources (physicians, public health agencies, reputable organizations), beware of quick-fix claims and paid promotions, and discuss online guidance with a clinician. AI and social media can be valuable educational tools and support for chronic conditions, but they should not replace evidence-based medical advice.

via CNN|
#artificial-intelligence#health#health-information
Threads Cross-Posting Chaos Highlights User Confusion
technology2 days ago

Threads Cross-Posting Chaos Highlights User Confusion

Meta's Threads is growing, but cross-posting from Instagram and Facebook can cause unintended posts to appear on Threads, sometimes going viral. Meta has added friction to curb accidental cross-posting, yet the platform's highly personalized algorithm can amplify these misposts, illustrating a divide between users who understand the app and those who don’t.

via Business Insider|
#algorithm#cross-posting#social-media
Aiyuk's Online Posts Put His NFL Future at Risk
sports3 days ago

Aiyuk's Online Posts Put His NFL Future at Risk

An opinion piece argues Brandon Aiyuk’s public venting and decision to push for self-representation are self-sabotaging his NFL prospects. It contends that the NFL operates as a business with strict norms, and his outspoken posts—especially critiques of teammates and his stance on reinstatement—could cost him teams, money, and opportunities. The article likens the pattern to toxic exits by Antonio Brown, suggesting his career hinges on restraint and proper representation rather than sensational social-media theatrics.

via Sports Illustrated|
#agentcontract#brandon-aiyuk#nfl
Bowtie, Mic, and Evidence: Dr. Rubin’s online mission to debunk medical myths
science4 days ago

Bowtie, Mic, and Evidence: Dr. Rubin’s online mission to debunk medical myths

A Verge interview/profile of Dr. Zachary Rubin, a pediatric allergist/immunologist who uses TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube to counter health misinformation and empower viewers to think critically about health claims. He stresses that uncertainty is a strength of science and that misinformation spreads quickly online, posing a major challenge. Rubin aims to bring the doctor’s office discussions to a wider audience, drawing on his book All About Allergies and collaboration with fellow clinician Dr. Idrees Mughal, while urging improved scientific literacy and clearer, transparent communication from scientists to maintain public trust.

via The Verge|
#immunology#medicine#misinformation
Newport Beach Fourth of July Looting Spurs Tripled Fines and TikTok-Turned Turmoil
local4 days ago

Newport Beach Fourth of July Looting Spurs Tripled Fines and TikTok-Turned Turmoil

A chaotic Fourth of July weekend in Newport Beach led to more than 400 arrests after crowds looted a Pavilions store on West Balboa Boulevard. The aftermath showed a cleaned-out storefront by 6:30 a.m. as authorities held firm with tripled fines in safety zones and a zero-tolerance stance on public intoxication and fireworks. Most detainees were minors or out-of-town visitors, and one officer was hurt by a firework. Officials cited viral social-media trends and a claimed “TikTok takeover” as a factor, while the city’s mayor and a police association defended the response and noted social media has amplified the problems during holiday crowds.

via New York Post|
#california#fourth-of-july#local