Social Media

Twitter verifies few fake accounts; random cat profile gets blue badge [details]

A fake profile of a cat and five others, likely a part of spam botnet, were "accidentally" verified by Twitter, only to be suspended later.

Jul 14, 2021

Twitter suspended 22,564 accounts over questionable content in India; releases compliance report [details]

Twitter has said that it has acted against 133 posts over several reasons including harassment and privacy infringement.

Jul 11, 2021

TikTok cracks down on nudity, violence; automates process [here's how it works]

If the systems detect a violation, they'll yank the video immediately and the user who posted it can appeal. Users can still flag videos for manual review as well.

Jul 11, 2021

Ashwini Vaishnaw, India's new IT minister

Everyone has to follow law of land: New IT Min Vaishnaw amid Twitter row [details]

When questioned about Twitter not complying to the new IT law, the Minister hinted that everyone has to follow new guidelines.

Jul 8, 2021

Team Trump's Gettr is "no-getter"; MAGA-alternative to Twitter gets mixed reviews [reactions]

Trump's answer to a Twitter alternative is Gettr, launched by one of his closest advisors Jason Miller. Here's how people are reacting to this move.

Jul 2, 2021

As Kerala takes over Clubhouse; Tamil Nadu owns Twitter Spaces [details]

Twitter's answer to Clubhouse popularity is Spaces, but both apps are flourishing in India with states picking their favourite platforms to chitter chatter.

May 31, 2021

What is Twitter Blue; new subscription-based service on iOS [how it works]

Although "Twitter Blue" is now listed on App Store, it isn't yet fully enabled for users. Some features include "undo tweet" and "reader mode."

May 30, 2021

Twitter trying to dictate terms to world's largest democracy; Centre hits back [read full letter]

The ministry also said that Twitter refuses to comply with those very regulations in the intermediary guidelines on the basis of which it is claiming a safe harbour protection from any criminal liability in India.

May 27, 2021

Twitter, Facebook may not be able to operate in India from May 26; here's why

This comes shortly after Delhi Police visited Twitter India's local offices in the National Capital Region on Monday after Twitter had marked one of the tweets of BJP spokesperson Sambit Patra as "manipulated media".

May 25, 2021

How to get blue tick on Twitter; apply for verified badge in simple steps [details]

Twitter has opened up its verification process for accounts belonging to government; companies, brands and organisations; news organisations and journalists; entertainment; sports and gaming; and activists, organisers and other influential individuals.

May 20, 2021

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Social Media

Twitter verifies few fake accounts; random cat profile gets blue badge [details]

Twitter suspended 22,564 accounts over questionable content in India; releases compliance report [details]

TikTok cracks down on nudity, violence; automates process [here's how it works]

Everyone has to follow law of land: New IT Min Vaishnaw amid Twitter row [details]

Team Trump's Gettr is "no-getter"; MAGA-alternative to Twitter gets mixed reviews [reactions]

As Kerala takes over Clubhouse; Tamil Nadu owns Twitter Spaces [details]

What is Twitter Blue; new subscription-based service on iOS [how it works]

Twitter trying to dictate terms to world's largest democracy; Centre hits back [read full letter]

Twitter, Facebook may not be able to operate in India from May 26; here's why

How to get blue tick on Twitter; apply for verified badge in simple steps [details]

Twitter removes 50 tweets criticising Indian govt's COVID management [details]

TikTok accused of illegally collecting kids data; sued by former British commissioner [details]

Instagram is testing three new "like" options; select users get to experience new feature

Facebook puts users in control, sort of; lets you turn off algorithmic ranking in News Feed [details]

Twitter down in US, UK; thousands of users experience issues

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