Periscope will let you broadcast straight from a DJI drone
Earlier this week, Twitter's video streaming service Periscope added DJI drone support,
Weekly Rewind: Disappearing tattoos, Facebook's Trending Topics scandal, and more
In the tech world, a lot happens in a week. So much news goes on that it's almost impossible for mere mortals with real lives to keep track of everything.
The Russian government embarrasses itself on Twitter once again
Russia never seems to learn how to use Twitter. In a recent tweet it illustrated alleged extremist activities using Command & Conquer: Generals.
Online privacy worries increasingly keeping Americans off the internet, study says
Americans are so worried about the lack of privacy online that it's actually deterring them from using the internet. Does this mean the hackers have won?
Update: OKCupid succeeds in removing 70,000 users’ leaked data from public view
A group of Danish researchers quite intentionally released the information of 70,000 OKCupid users.
Giftagram takes the hassle out of buying gifts — but keeps a personal touch
With our busy lives it can sometimes get a little difficult to find the time to buy gifts. Giftagram keeps gift-buying easy but retains that personal touch.
While everyone freaked out about Instagram’s new logo, a bigger change took place
Instagram's most active users have to figure out new ways to get their content in front of your eyes, but this new algorithm could make the service better.
Feds will now check your social media history before granting security clearance
A new policy grants federal agencies access to a person's social media history when conducting background checks as part of the security clearance process.
Instagram expands baffling list of censored hashtags to stem the rise of NSFW pics
Instagram has expanded its list of banned hashtags in order to target pornographic material on its app. New terms include #Kansas and #Easter, among others.
Everything you need to know about the Facebook Trending Topics bias controversy
Facebook is in hot water over recent reports suggesting that it shows bias in the Trending Topics feed. Here's everything you need to know about the issue.
Twitter goes nuts over Chance the Rapper's new mixtape, Coloring Book
Chance the Rapper, the 23 year old Chicago prodigy and Kanye West's favorite new MC, released his new mixtape, Coloring Book, to a torrent of tweets.
Azealia Banks gets the boot from Twitter following racist rant against Zayn Malik
Azaelia Banks has been removed from Twitter following a racially charged feud with Zayn Malik, and the site's users are celebrating with a trending hashtag.
Facebook pitfalls every grown adult should avoid in order to maintain online integrity
Preserve your online integrity by following these top tips for Facebook users. These are the social media pitfalls you must avoid at all costs.
Leaked documents show editors, not algorithms, decide Facebook’s Trending Topics
According to leaked documents obtained by The Guardian, Facebook lets editors, not algorithms, decide which topics should appear on Trending Topics.
The LG Action Cam LTE is like a GoPro on steroids
The LG Action Cam LTE is like a GoPro, but it has the ability to stream video directly to YouTube Live.
YouTube in-app messaging coming to iOS and Android
YouTube is currently testing a new messaging feature on its mobile apps that lets users chat in groups, or one-on-one, and share videos with friends.
World's biggest startup incubator launches Shark Tank-style Snapchat contest
A Snapchat pitch could land one lucky startup the funding it needs to get its project up and running, thanks to a new contest from Y Combinator.
Instagram reinvents itself with clean new design and icon in latest update
After more than years, Facebook-owned Instagram is unveiling a new identity and app design.
Having conquered Hollywood, ‘The Rock’ now wants to take on YouTube
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is taking his social media game up a notch as he readies his very own YouTube channel, set to launch this summer.
DT Premiere: World’s first FaceSwap music video is equal parts creepy, impressive
New York songwriter Anthony D'Amato has paired his new single with Snapchat, creating the world's first selfie FaceSwap music video using his iPhone 6.
Twitter claims users trust social media influencers as much as their own friends
Twitter says social media stars on Vine, Instagram, YouTube, and its own platform can influence your purchasing habits as much as your own friends.
Facebook had to dumb down Moments for Europe and Canada — here’s why
Facebook has launched Moments in Europe and Canada, but there's something missing from the app -- it's a bit dumber. Why? Privacy laws, of course.
Claims that Facebook suppressed conservative news spur letter from Senate panel
The Senate Commerce Committee wants to know more about how Facebook's Trending Topics feature works, after claims saying the company suppresses conservative news surfaced.
Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel dropped $12.5M on this star’s former Brentwood home
Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel is making a home for himself and girlfriend Miranda Kerr in a Brentwood mansion formerly owned by a Hollywood A-lister.
Periscope to implement new save and search options, drone-based streaming
The Twitter-owned, live-streaming service Periscope is learning a few new tricks. It'll let you save and search broadcasts, plus stream from a DJI drone.
Google is testing this significant change to how it presents its search results
Google's iconic search results page may soon get a pretty significant facelift -- the company is testing using black links instead of the well-loved blue.
Facebook denies ex-employees’ accusations that it suppresses conservative news
Facebook has released a statement denying that it prevents news from conservative media outlets from appearing on its trending feed.
Taking a selfie? Try not to destroy any statues while you're at it
An overzealous 24-year-old climbed on top of a 126-year-old statue during a selfie attempt, thereby causing it to collapse and crumble.
Make texts more expressive (and absurd) by creating your own emoji
Generic emojis are for suckers, especially when you can use an app like Bitmoji to turn yourself into an emoji. Here's a breakdown of the app's features.
Tweets talk: A review of Twitter’s review of Drake’s new album, Views
Digital Trends grades the Twitter reactions to each song from Drake's new album Views.