Social Media

Now Facebook wants a piece of Clubhouse fame; clone audio chat app in works

Facebook has a history of cloning its competitors. Instagram in 2016 copied a Snapchat feature Stories that allows users to share ephemeral videos and photos.

Feb 11, 2021

Misuse Twitter, Facebook at cost of serious consequences; Centre warns [details]

Information Technology Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad warned social media platforms against spreading fake news or anything inciting violence, and that there will be consequences.

Feb 11, 2021

Delayed compliance "meaningless"; IT Secy tells Twitter [read full statement]

MeitY IT Secy expressed deep disappointment to Twitter leadership about the manner in which Twitter unwillingly, grudgingly and with great delay complied with the substantial parts of the order.

Feb 11, 2021

Twitter's "unusual" blog hits a nerve; Centre expresses dismay on Koo [details]

The Indian government said it will share its response to Twitter's "unusual" blog soon. Details here.

Feb 10, 2021

Twitter refuses to block journalists, activists, politicians; acts on 500 Indian accounts [details]

Twitter also said that it does not believe that the actions it has been directed to take by the IT Ministry are consistent with the Indian law.

Feb 10, 2021

What is Koo: How to set up and use India's alternative to Twitter [explained]

Koo is India's answer to Twitter and winner of AatmaNirbhar innovation challenge. Here's everything you need to know about it.

Feb 10, 2021

How to move your chats from WhatsApp to Telegram [step-by-step guide]

While users are flocking to WhatsApp alternatives, here's why switching to Telegram can be done easily. Here's a complete guide on how to move your chats from WhatsApp to Telegram.

Jan 29, 2021

Twitter acquires newsletter service Revue; what it means for users

Twitter's acquisition of Revue places it in direct competition with Substack, a rival email newsletter service, and here's what it means for end users.

Jan 26, 2021

Logged out of Facebook; frustrated users rant, company explains issue [details]

The users on iOS app were also having difficulty logging back into their accounts when using two-factor authentication.

Jan 24, 2021

Signal "copies" several WhatsApp features amid new user surge

WhatsApp offers a feature to set a custom "about" -- a status available in the contact info page. Signal has now introduced the same option for its users along with others.

Jan 22, 2021

WhatsApp alternative Threema promises privacy, security for cost of Frappuccino

Threema is one of the few top messaging apps, often ignored for the fact that it is not offered free. But is it really worth paying for? Find out.

Jan 11, 2021

Ban WhatsApp, Facebook in India; traders demand govt's intervention amid privacy row

Traders' union in India demands the government to immediately restrict WhatsApp from implementing the new policy or put a ban on WhatsApp and its parent company Facebook.

Jan 10, 2021

Switching to Signal from WhatsApp; here's how to move group chats [guide]

Following the WhatsApp privacy row, Signal, touted as the most secure IM platform out there, is making the most out of the opportunity.

Jan 8, 2021

Amid WhatsApp privacy concerns; Signal users surge [issues it faces]

As Signal saw a flood of new users attempting to sign in, verification codes were delayed. But the issue has since been resolved.

Jan 8, 2021

Trump's Facebook, Instagram accounts locked indefinitely for 'peaceful transition of power'

The decision to extend the block on Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts is to ensure a peaceful transition of power of the US presidency.

Jan 7, 2021

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Social Media

Now Facebook wants a piece of Clubhouse fame; clone audio chat app in works

Misuse Twitter, Facebook at cost of serious consequences; Centre warns [details]

Delayed compliance "meaningless"; IT Secy tells Twitter [read full statement]

Twitter's "unusual" blog hits a nerve; Centre expresses dismay on Koo [details]

Twitter refuses to block journalists, activists, politicians; acts on 500 Indian accounts [details]

What is Koo: How to set up and use India's alternative to Twitter [explained]

How to move your chats from WhatsApp to Telegram [step-by-step guide]

Twitter acquires newsletter service Revue; what it means for users

Logged out of Facebook; frustrated users rant, company explains issue [details]

Signal "copies" several WhatsApp features amid new user surge

WhatsApp alternative Threema promises privacy, security for cost of Frappuccino

Ban WhatsApp, Facebook in India; traders demand govt's intervention amid privacy row

Switching to Signal from WhatsApp; here's how to move group chats [guide]

Amid WhatsApp privacy concerns; Signal users surge [issues it faces]

Trump's Facebook, Instagram accounts locked indefinitely for 'peaceful transition of power'

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]

Is exhibiting cleavage mandatory? Malaika Arora opts for low neck sleeveless outfit at event in Vrindavan, leaves netizens furious