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Instagram to roll out 'teen accounts' with increased privacy — its biggest move yet to protect minors
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Meta rolls out Instagram teen accounts, Apple's sleep apnea feature
Meta has rolled out accounts for teens that would limit certain features for safety reasons. Meanwhile, Apple has introduced new watch features that could help detect sleep apnea. Abrar Al-Heeti, a ...Yesterday -
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Instagram rolling out protected accounts for people under 18
Instagram announced Tuesday that it will be rolling out new protected accounts for people under 18. The accounts will automatically be private and can only receive messages from people they follow. ...Yesterday -
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Instagram teen accounts and posts to be made private by default
Meta says parents will be able to "guide" a safer experience - critics say the firm itself should do more.Yesterday -
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Instagram Teen Accounts: What to Know About New Privacy Settings
The social media app says new privacy settings and features will create more age-appropriate experiences for youth under 18.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Instagram rolling out changes for teen users
Instagram announced sweeping changes to teenagers' accounts Tuesday, an effort aimed at boosting their safety and giving parents more control over content settings. The social media platform will ...Yesterday -
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Instagram makes teen accounts private as pressure mounts on the app to protect children
Instagram is introducing separate teen accounts for those under 18 as it tries to make the platform safer for children amid growing backlash against how social media affects young people’s lives23 hours ago -
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Instagram Is Restricting Teen Accounts---and Blocking Sneaky Workarounds
The head of the social-media app said tightening the guardrails for teens will hurt the business but help it regain parent trust.Yesterday
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs denied bail again
Sean 'Diddy' Combs remains in a New York City jail after another unsuccessful bid for bail today. Combs was arrested Monday charged with racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking and accused of ...7 hours ago -
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Powell speaks on Federal Reserve decision to cut interest rates
After the Federal Reserve announced a 0.5% interest rate cut, Fed Chair Jerome Powell stated that the economy is strong and has made significant progress over the past two years. He noted that the ...11 hours ago - Federal Reserve -
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A new wave of explosions sweeps Lebanon after deadly pager attacks
More wireless device explosions hit Lebanon today killing at least 14 people and injuring hundreds more. On Tuesday, 12 people died when pagers belonging to Hezbollah members exploded. Two U.S. ...7 hours ago -
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The U.S. health care system is failing, a startling new report finds
The U.S. ranks as the worst performer among 10 developed nations in critical areas of health care, according to a startling new report from The Commonwealth Fund.2 hours ago -
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'SNL' announces Jean Smart, Ariana Grande, Michael Keaton and more as Season 50 hosts
“Saturday Night Live” has set its first batch of hosts for Season 50, including Ariana Grande, John Mulaney, Michael Keaton, Jean Smart and more.9 hours ago