Conspiracy theories already spreading ahead of Trump-Biden presidential debate
Right-wing conspiracy theory accounts connected to the group QAnon have been spreading misinformation on Facebook ahead of the first presidential debate.
What the biggest tech companies are doing to make the 2020 election more secure
From banning certain ads to providing places where you can find voting information, here’s what tech companies are doing to secure the election.
Amazon’s fall hardware, top 5 tech predictions, and more | Digital Trends Live
On this Digital Trends Live. we break down the top trending stories in tech, including Amazon’s fall hardware, Twitter’s read before you tweet plan, and more.
Twitter’s experiment to get you to read stories actually worked
Twitter says more people are actually opening up articles and reading them thanks to a new notification.
Twitter imposes tighter account security for politicians ahead of 2020 vote
With the presidential election fast approaching, Twitter is tightening account security for prominent, election-related Twitter accounts in the U.S.
How Twitter cut activity on QAnon content by half
Twitter said in the two months since it banned thousands of QAnon-related accounts, activity on QAnon content has been cut in half.
Apple One, Ubisoft Forward wrap-up, life on Mars, and more | Digital Trends Live
On this Digital Trends Live, we talk the top tech stories, including Apple accidentally revealing Apple One, an Ubisoft Forward wrap-up, and more.
Twitter will soon remove tweets intended to undermine the election
Twitter said the new policy to remove or label these types of tweets would apply to everyone.
Twitter’s quote tweet feature lands for users globally
Twitter is rolling out a new feature to its entire community that lets you quickly see quote tweets for any tweet that appears in your timeline.
TikTok sale imminent, Musk’s Neuralink, mech racing | Digital Trends Live
On this Digital Trends Live, we talk the top tech of the day, including a possible end to the TikTok saga, Twitter's removal of “manipulated media,” and more.
Twitter removes coronavirus misinformation that Trump shared
Twitter removed a tweet that made misleading claims about coronavirus deaths, and was retweeted by President Donald Trump.
Final tweet by Chadwick Boseman’s Twitter account breaks record for most likes
The final tweet on Chadwick Boseman's account now has the most likes ever on Twitter, with about 5.9 million likes along with 2.9 million retweets and comments.
Twitter cracks down on spammy ‘copypasta’ tweets
Twitter has announced a new policy change that will censor copypasta tweets featuring text that has been copy-pasted without any modifications from the source.
Facebook reportedly considering ‘kill switch’ if Trump contests 2020 elections
Facebook is reportedly preparing for various scenarios after the U.S. elections. including President Donald Trump falsely declaring on the platform that he won.
Facebook, Google, Microsoft, and Twitter team up to fight election interference
Google, Facebook, Twitter, and Microsoft are teaming up to form a new coalition against election interference ahead of the 2020 presidential election.
How TikTok tracks, Surface Duo preview, and more | Digital Trends Live
On this Digital Trends Live, we detail the top tech stories of the day, including how TikTok tracks, no Halo for new Xbox Series X, and more.
YouTube permanently bans white nationalist channel VDARE
The latest in a string of far-right forums that have been banned from social media, the channel was a big promoter of white nationalist rhetoric and ideas.
Twitter reports it’s being throttled, blocked in Belarus
Twitter reported its site was being blocked and throttled in Belarus amid protests and unrest over the results of the recent presidential election.
Trump posts blocked, TikTok’s TV app, Nate Robinson | Digital Trends Live
On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the top tech stories, including Twitter and Facebook removing another Trump post, TikTok launching a TV app, and more.
Twitter will start labeling state-affiliated media accounts
Right now, the labels will only apply to the five countries in the United Nations Security Council: Russia, France, the U.S., China, and the U.K.
Twitter iOS app update lets you choose who can reply to your tweets
Twitter rolled out a new feature to its iOS app that lets users limit who can reply to their tweets.
TikTok’s deadline, Pixel 4a review, and more | Digital Trends Live
On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the biggest tech stories, including Trump’s TikTok timeline, Twitter’s $250 million fine, and more.
Twitter expecting FTC fine of up to $250M for alleged privacy violations
Twitter says it’s expecting the Federal Trade Commission to hit it with a fine of between $150 million and $250 million over alleged privacy violations.
TikTok beware: Legacy tech owners can spell trouble for trendy sites
Some of the most popular platforms suffered massive devaluations, stagnation, or even death when big legacy companies purchased them.
Amazon’s record profits, Google Pixel 4a, and more | Digital Trends Live
On this Digital Trends Live we dive into the top tech topics, including Amazon’s record-shattering profits, the reason behind Twitter’s hack, and more.
Three charged in massive Twitter hack
A 17-year-old Tampa man was arrested for massive twitter hack for bitcoin and faces 30 felony charges. Three more conspirators have also been arrested.
Twitter permanently bans former KKK leader David Duke
Twitter has reportedly banned former KKK leader David Duke permanently for violating conduct rules barring hateful content.
Twitter offers more details on how hackers cracked its internal systems
The hack targeted the accounts of political figures such as Barack Obama and Joe Biden, as well as Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, and celebrity Kanye West.
Twitter will now censor links that promote hateful speech
Twitter is updating its policies on links to cover two more content categories. It will now censor tweets that link to hate speech and violence.
CES goes virtual, Trump Jr.’s Twitter timeout, and more | Digital Trends Live
On this Digital Trends Live, we dig into the top trending tech stories, including CES going virtual, Trump Jr. on Twitter timeout, and more.
Twitter restricts Donald Trump Jr.’s account over viral hydroxychloroquine video
Twitter restricted Donald Trump Jr.’s account on Tuesday after he posted a viral video containing misinformation about hydroxychloroquine and the coronavirus.
Congress delays antitrust hearings, virtual MLB fans | Digital Trends Live
On this Digital Trends Live, we talk the top tech topics, including a delay in Congress’ antitrust hearing, Google takes on Amazon, and more.
More than 1,000 Twitter employees reportedly have complete access to accounts
A new report claims more than a 1,000 employees and contractors at Twitter have complete access to everyone's accounts including the ability to tweet.
Cybertruck goes to Austin, China goes to Mars, and more | Digital Trends Live
On this Digital Trends Live ,we talk the top tech news of the day, including more on the big Twitter hack, Congressional antitrust hearings, and more.