N.J. law would let teens wipe their embarrassing online histories
Critics warn the bill’s language is far too vague to be effective.
On Nov 19, 2013 by Brendan O’Connor
Yes, everything you post on Facebook can be put in an ad
If you were ever unsure as to what Facebook owns, the social network’s new privacy policy should resolve that for you.
On Nov 17, 2013 by Patrick Howell O’Neill
The Onion scraps print edition, goes online-only
The fake newspaper of record will stop the presses once and for all.
On Nov 8, 2013 by Miles Klee
What Twitter’s IPO means for you
Today, one of our most beloved social networks becomes a public company. Here’s what that means for Twitter users.
On Nov 7, 2013 by Nicholas White
What Google searches can tell us about misogyny
A striking series of images confirms we still have far to go.
On Oct 21, 2013 by Miles Klee
Facebook’s latest policy betrays a commitment to teen privacy
Social network cites wanting its “savviest” users to enjoy a wider reach.
On Oct 17, 2013 by Tim Sampson
Google’s about to start selling your image to advertisers
The Internet’s newest commercial spokesperson is… you.
On Oct 11, 2013 by Miles Klee
Woman with telekinetic powers freaks out on unsuspecting café patrons
Don’t mess with a gal and her laptop.
On Oct 8, 2013 by Fernando Alfonso III
The strangest shout-outs in Twitter’s S-1 filing
What do Kevin Durant and Osama bin Laden have in common?
On Oct 4, 2013 by Miles Klee
The secret to Scientology’s recruitment on Craigslist
The next time you’re hunting for a new roommate or just a nicer couch, keep your wits about you.
On Oct 2, 2013 by Miles Klee
‘Housewife in a hipster’s body’ posts perfect Craigslist roommate ad
A charming young woman really sells herself.
On Sep 26, 2013 by Miles Klee
Russia temporarily blacklists Facebook
Russian officials received 10 complaints over Facebook content.
On Sep 20, 2013 by Kris Holt
Facebook bans dating site that used Rehtaeh Parsons’s photo in an ad
Parsons, a victim of sexual assault and intense cyberbullying, died in April after a suicide attempt.
On Sep 18, 2013 by Kris Holt
Gay liberal lawmaker comes out to Tea Party Republican dad in campaign ad
“Massachusetts liberal” Carl Sciortino Jr. enlisted the help of his Tea Party Republican dad in an ad for his run for Congress.
On Sep 18, 2013 by Gaby Dunn
FTC investigates ethics of ads dressed up as sponsored content
The Web’s new business model comes under scrutiny.
On Sep 18, 2013 by Tim Sampson
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