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Myanmar anti-junta protests spread, Twitter and Instagram blocked
Protests against the military takeover swell as nearly 300 politicians from the overthrown ruling party defy the coup.
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New Canadian legislation takes aim at illegal online content
The Canadian government will introduce new legislation aimed at policing illegal online content, including forcing companies to remove it within 24 hours or face penalties.
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New US lawsuits could force Facebook to sell Instagram, WhatsApp
With the filing of the two US lawsuits, Facebook is the second big tech company to face a major legal challenge.
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Shopify Stock Soars on Integration With 'New Town Squares' Facebook, Instagram
Carl Rivera, General Manager of Shop Pay at Shopify, joined Cheddar to discuss the significance of its new partnership with Facebook and Instagram. Shopify shares hit an all-time high after the news broke.
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Social Media Companies' Plans For Handling Post-Election Scenarios
Ian Sherr, editor at large for CNET, joins Cheddar to break down how social media platforms are handling misinformation during the hours, or possibly days, leading up to the election results.
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'Instagram Reels' Gets a Test Run in India Following TikTok Ban
Instagram tests "Instagram Reels" in India after the country banned TikTok due to security concerns.
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TikTok Encourages Companies to Make Promotional Posts With New Program
TikTok launches a new program targeting marketers to promote on the platform but without traditional promotional ads. Cheddar's Michelle Castillo reports.
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Instagram Cracks Down on Copyright Infringement
Instagram will now require websites to seek user approval before embedding content on pages. The news comes as Newsweek faces a lawsuit for failing to get permission before embedding a user's post on its website.
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Apple to Develop Social Distancing Selfie Tool
Apple is reportedly developing a tool to help users take group pictures while social distancing. The tool allows users to upload selfies and configure them into a single photo.
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Facebook Launches Feature to Help Users Find Local Businesses
Facebook and Instagram are launching a new feature called Businesses Nearby that lets users see the latest posts and information from nearby cafes, shops, and restaurants. Users will be able to view their operating hours, delivery, and...
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Winnipeg woman not letting body shaming by NHL player get to her
The Washington Capitals announced Brendan Leipsic has been placed on unconditional waivers for the purpose of terminating his contract after vulgar and misogynistic messages sent from his Instagram account surfaced on social media.
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Milk Bar Founder Is Encouraging Viewers on Her IG Live Show To Experiment With Different Recipes
As the quarantine drags on many people are trying out some new recipes in the kitchen to stay occupied. Milk Bar founder and award-winning pastry chef, Christina Tosi, started hosting a daily bake club on Instagram Live where she bakes...
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Instagram Launching In-App Fundraising Feature
Instagram is now making it easier for nonprofits to raise money through the app. The social media platform launched a new feature for its live videos that will enable viewers to donate directly through the app and 100 percent of the...
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Instagram Co-Founders Build Website to Track the Spread of Coronavirus
Instagram co-founders, Mike Krieger and Kevin Systrom, are teaming up with the website Rt.live to track the state-by-state spread of the coronavirus. The website will track the number of people who catch the virus from a single infected...
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Meet the Insiders: Zara Martin
A rapid fire interview with DJ Zara Martin on music, parties and celebrities.
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'In My Bed But Mentally...': Mouni Roy Daydreams Of Island Bliss
Mouni Roy took her followers on a tropical rewind, sharing a sun-soaked throwback to her island getaway. Posting a mix of photos and videos on Instagram, the actress served major beach vibes in various bikinis while enjoying her...
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No, NATO chief Mark Rutte didn’t say Ukraine is an ‘American territory’
Russian disinformation misquotes Rutte as saying Ukraine belongs to the United States.
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Meta’s Threads Now Allows You to Send DMs
Meta’s Threads platform has officially launched native direct messaging for users aged 18+, enabling private one-on-one chats with mutual followers.
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Rain, Rhythm & Retro: Meenakshi Seshadri Dances To 'Swati' Song
To celebrate the arrival of the monsoon, legendary actress Meenakshi Seshadri danced to the hit track Aane Do Ab Zubaan Par from her 1986 film Swati. She shared the nostalgic video on Instagram, delighting fans with her grace and energy....
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7 AI Chatbots You NEED To Know! (They're NOT All The Same!)
AI chatbots are everywhere, from helping you code to writing your next novel (or even your DMs!). But with so many options, how do you know which one's right for you? We're breaking down 7 of the most popular AI chatbots in the game...
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Online book club brings international fans of beloved character Anne Shirley to P.E.I.
An online book club is offering tours to P.E.I. twice a year to keep up with the demand from international fans of L.M. Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables. Hayley Solano is the founder and host behind The Enchanted Book Club. The first...
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RCMP says active-duty members of Canadian military charged in terrorism plot
Three men face a terrorism charges for allegedly planning to create an anti-government militia and seize land in Quebec, according to the RCMP. Police say the group included active members of the Canadian Armed Forces.
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See a Winnipeg artist make detailed portraits with duct tape
Duct tape is often used to make quick repairs, but one Winnipegger has gotten stuck on another use. Levi Sobering creates intricate portraits with layers of coloured duct tape.