WhatsApp to Close Privacy Loophole with Usernames
WhatsApp will allow users to create usernames for group chats, hiding phone numbers, with reservations opening this week ahead of a global rollout later this year.
WhatsApp will allow users to create usernames for group chats, hiding phone numbers, with reservations opening this week ahead of a global rollout later this year.
Global scammers use U.S. technology to run romance fraud, trafficking victims into compounds where they are forced to trick people into sending money within four days.
WhatsApp will soon allow users to create unique usernames, enabling communication without sharing phone numbers, according to an AFP report published June 29, 2026.
Gander, a Canadian-built social network backed by 2,517 investors, launches nationwide on Canada Day with 18,000 members, prioritizing privacy and healthy conversation.
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Australia plans to strengthen laws banning children from social media, aiming to enhance online safety and protect minors from harmful content.
Websites promoting conspiracy theories allegedly fueled the accused Montreal gunman's 'buffet extremism,' according to a new analysis, highlighting the role of online radicalization.
Angie Baez, the Knicks fan who went viral for stealing a commemorative trash can during the championship parade, has been fired from her job at JPMorgan Chase, the New York Post reports.
X, formerly Twitter, experienced a global outage affecting thousands of users on June 22, 2026, before service was restored, according to Downdetector.
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Canada proposes privacy rules limiting businesses from using personal data to charge higher prices, giving individuals more control over their information.
Google's new Search Services History saves images, audio, and video to train AI models. Privacy experts advise opting out to protect biometric data and avoid personalized pricing.
A new study shows social networks and online video have overtaken traditional media as primary news sources in 2026, reshaping how people consume information.
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary warns parents about an online extremist group targeting children. Tips to keep kids safe online.
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RecommendedPrivacy lawyer David Fraser raises concerns over Bill C-34, the Safe Social Media Act, citing threats to free speech, privacy, and parental rights.
Windsor students say social media has risks but a government ban may not be the answer. They call for education and parental guidance instead of legislation.
A University of Alberta professor argues that proposed social media bans for minors are ineffective, citing enforcement challenges and potential harms to privacy and free expression.
Social media companies face growing pressure to protect kids online. Some implement youth bans while others focus on parental controls and age verification.
Social media platforms and app stores are at odds over who should enforce upcoming bans for minors, as Canadian legislation targets children under 16.
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RecommendedThe Liberal government introduced the Safe Social Media Act, requiring platforms to restrict access for users under 16, with exemptions possible. A new Digital Safety Commission will oversee compliance.
Regina teenagers express mixed feelings about Ottawa's proposed social media ban for children under 16, citing concerns over safety and free expression.
Violent threats against US lawmakers on Facebook quadrupled after Meta eased content moderation policies, according to a new report from the Center for Countering Digital Hate.
Donald Trump posted a record 861 times on Truth Social in May 2026, averaging 27 posts daily, including inflammatory memes and AI-generated content.
The Democratic Party's social media account told Stephen Miller to 'shut up you ugly fuck' after he spread false claims about Texas Senate candidate James Talarico being transgender.
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The Department of Education posted an AI-generated image of plumbers with nonsensical details, sparking widespread ridicule and criticism online.
Spotify's temporary 3D disco ball logo for its 20th anniversary sparked online backlash, with critics citing design flaws. The company responded, assuring the change is temporary.
Jamie Sarkonak argues that the Liberal government's Bill C-22 threatens online privacy instead of cracking down on crime, risking exodus of tech firms from Canada.
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