The Digital Self: Tomorrow’s politicians are ruining their online reputations today
Thanks to loose regard for online privacy, America is destined to decide just how much online indiscretion we are willing to tolerate in our politicians.
The complete guide to digital dating, guaranteed to maybe work
There are plenty of online dating guides out there - but this one is written by a success story.
Miss Netiquette’s guide to dealing with your family on social media
Social media can be a tricky thing to navigate and no one has written the rules on codes of conduct when it comes to family. We're here to help.
Ladies, your love-hate relationship with the Internet is stressing you out
It's not just Pinterest that is causing anxiety in women: In general, the female social media addiction is causing the sex more stress.
Twitter launches Amplify and its attempt to target TV ads in the stream
With Twitter vying for TV ad dollars, the social network launched Amplfiy, to stream pre-roll ads, and TV ad targeting.
Millennial chick tweets about hit and run, turns out cops read Twitter too
Emma Way might have gotten away with a hit and run, but instead chose to brag about it on Twitter which resulted in local authorities hunting her down.
A few examples of how Vine can get you fired
The popular video clip-sharing app Vine is becoming a big issue for companies who have to deal with employees who talk crap about them through the service.
Twitter is rolling out its much-needed two-factor authentication security system
In the wake of recent high-profile Twitter hacks, the platform is cracking down with the roll out of its two-factor authentication security system.
Participating in offers on Twitter just got a whole lot easier
Twitter launched Lead Generation Cards, helping users sign up for offers a lot quicker without having to navigate outside of Twitter.
Facebook has too many adults, say teens on Twitter
It's true (don't act like you didn't know): Teens feel meh about the whole Facebook thing and are flocking over to Twitter.
Twitter snags patent for pull-to-refresh, swears it will only use it defensively
Twitter's pull-to-refresh can be found in many mobile apps, and while Twitter was granted the patent, it assures that it will only be used defensively.
Screw selfies, this intern got a job offer via Instagram
It pays to be active on social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram...you will eventually get tagged on a photo that will change your life.
Parents and privacy advocates say Instagram is unsafe for underage users
Concerned parents and advocates want Instagram to enact privacy measure for underage users.
Movie theaters are about to get Twitter and Foursquare-focused pre-shows
Twitter and Foursquare are partnering up with National CineMedia to show pre-show ads in theaters of Hollywood trending tweets, and local search-based ads.
LinkedIn bans prostitutes, the world’s oldest occupation
Prostitution may be legal in many parts of the world, but LinkedIn's user policy has been modified to ban individuals in the industry from using the site.
Are the Jimmy Kimmel ‘Celebrities Read Mean Tweets’ segments faked?
It would be a real slap in the face if the celebrities that people commonly diss on Twitter actually read the offending tweets. The question is, do they?
Weev in solitary confinement for remotely tweeting from prison
Weev has reportedly been thrown into solitary confinement for tweeting about his time behind bars, despite not having Internet access, through a friend.
Does your Twitter account have a gender bias?
A new website measures how gender balanced you are when it comes to interacting on Twitter.
Can you avoid jerks by using the Twitter ‘Hate Map?’
Researchers made a Twitter "Hate Map" to show where the most hateful tweets come from - but is it a useful project?
WTF, Internet? Stop it with the terrible parenting apps and baby wars
WTF, Internet? This week's Web indiscretion comes courtesy of TweetPee, and any other app turning parenting into a digital horror story.
How social media created (and destroyed) Tila Tequila
Tila Tequila was a reality star for the digital age. Now she's a fear-mongering conspiracy theorist. What happened?
Twitter’s Mother’s Day PSA: Get the f*$# off of Twitter this Sunday
If there's one day of the year that you should stay off of Twitter, Twitter says that Mother's Day is it.
The next big thing in medicine? Live-tweeting and Vining surgeries
In the UK's first live Vine-recorded surgery, Spire Bushey Hospital live-tweeted a hip dysplasia surgery step-by-step without sparing important details.
The Onion explains how it got hacked by the Syrian Electronic Army
The Onion wants the public to know how it momentarily lost control of its Twitter account to the Syrian Electronic Army and how it can be avoided later.
Twitter’s latest acquisition means it’s about to get a whole lot faster
Twitter scooped up scalable computing startup Ubalo, which we suspect will be used to speed up search and improve keyword ad targeting.
According to a new report, Twitter is a breeding ground for terrorism and hate speech
While all social networks face the challenge of scrubbing their sites clean of offensive or damaging material, Twitter has it the worst.
Minnesota police to Twitter-shame drunk drivers in a citywide crackdown
On the night of May 10, Minnesota's Department of Public Safety will scour the city for drunk drivers and live tweet any arrest activities.
Upcoming app stops Twitter from spoiling your favorite shows
If enthusiastic tweeters spoil your favorite shows, soon you'll have a way to block spoilers - all thanks to a talented high schooler.
A battle of the Internet ages: #Followateen versus #Followanadult
Twitter is home to many wars, but the latest pits adults versus teens in an epic tweet-off game of who can look worse on the platform.
Was The Onion’s Twitter account hacked?
The Syrian Electronic Army has a habit of hacking news outlets on Twitter just to prove they can. Why they chose satirical publication The Onion is anyone's guess.
Win a Michael Kors shopping spree, a year of burgers, and other social ways to win this week
Here are five social media contests that you can try your luck at this week. What have you got to lose? You just might win something.
Miss Netiquette’s guide to dealing with online, overzealous new parents
Social media can be a tricky thing to navigate and no one has written the rules on codes of conduct.
Facebook-themed engagement photos and other social media inspirations
When it comes to strange items inspired by Twitter, Facebook and other social networks, the creators didn't ask "Why?" They asked "Why not?"