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Discover the rise of Ten Ten, a viral walkie-talkie app designed for teens. With over 6 million downloads worldwide, this French startup has captured the attention of teens with its unique messaging platform. Learn how Ten Ten's ephemeral nature and user-friendly features have contributed to its popularity, despite facing criticism and misinformation. Explore the app's monetization plans and potential impact on teen communication. Don't miss out on the opportunity to understand the cultural significance of Ten Ten and its role in bridging generational gaps.

Discover ThreadsDeck, Instagram's new user interface option that rivals X and resembles Twitter's TweetDeck. With the ability to pin columns to the home screen on the desktop web app, ThreadsDeck provides an alternative view for real-time news and information. As political discussions on Instagram's platforms become more limited, ThreadsDeck arrives just in time for the hottest political news of the year: the Trump verdict. Find out how ThreadsDeck solves the challenge of following real-time political discussions and gives users the power to personalize their app for their own news needs.

Discover how Tumblr has shut down its "Tips" feature, impacting creators' ability to receive one-time payments from followers. While this move aligns with the platform's plan to discontinue underperforming features, it also highlights Tumblr's commitment to its community by providing truly beneficial options. Learn why the introduction of Tips failed to gain traction, and how users' lack of interest in monetization led to the discontinuation of another feature. Despite these changes, find out how Tumblr still offers the Supporter badge as a monetization opportunity. Explore how Tumblr continuously evaluates and refines its features to create a positive and engaging experience for users.

Meta Description: Explore the challenges faced by Fisker's EV startup, Synapse's bankruptcy, Elon Musk's AI startup raising billions, and more in this article. Stay informed about the latest news and trends in the tech and startup industries.

Discover the impact of misinformation on social media with two groundbreaking studies published in Science. Learn how exposure to vaccine misinformation affects people's intent to get vaccinated and how flagged articles have a greater influence on vaccine hesitancy. Uncover the prevalence of unflagged misinformation from big news outlets and its potential aggregate impact. Explore the role of supersharers in spreading fake news during the 2020 election and how it distorts political reality. Understand the implications for democracy, public opinion, decision-making, and trust in institutions. Find out what it takes to combat misinformation on social media.

"Instagram Takes Action to Address Harassment with Expanded 'Limits' Tool for Teenagers | Enhancing Safety Measures for Young Users"

Discover the philosophy behind Maven, a social media platform that prioritizes serendipity and creativity. Unlike traditional platforms, Maven's algorithm connects users with posts based on their interests, eliminating likes and follows. With positive early user feedback and backing from notable investors, Maven aims to provide a more positive online experience. However, finding sustainable revenue streams without compromising its ideology poses a challenge. Explore how Maven's unique approach promotes genuine connections and a serendipitous community.

"Discover the latest lawsuits against Activision, Meta, and gun manufacturer Daniel Defense following the tragic shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. Learn how the families of the victims, represented by attorney Josh Koskoff, draw parallels between these technology companies' collaboration with the firearms industry and the controversial Joe Camel campaign. Find out how Activision's 'Call of Duty' franchise and Instagram are at the center of the debate, and explore the ongoing discussion about the impact of video games on real-life gun violence. Get insights from a recent Stanford Brainstorm Lab review on the topic and understand the broader context surrounding this issue. Read more now."

Meta Description: OpenAI faces controversy as it removes the voice from its GPT-4o model, resembling Scarlett Johansson's character in the movie "Her." The incident sparks discussions about ethical considerations in AI and voice synthesis. Read more about the importance of obtaining permissions and consent for AI applications.

Meta description: The proposed change by X (formerly known as Twitter) to make likes private has sparked a debate among users. This article explores the concerns surrounding the change, including the existence of bookmarks as a private alternative and the semi-private nature of the private "like." Additionally, it discusses the loss of the ability to see others' likes and browse through someone's likes on their profile, and suggests reverting back to stars as a potential solution.