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Meta targets Twitter with rival app Threads
Meta has released a new app similar to Twitter in a direct challenge to the social media platform owned by billionaire Elon Musk. Jonathan Vigliotti has the story.
Meta's "Twitter killer" app Threads is here. Here's how to get it.
The social media company debuted the new service on July 5, a day earlier than expected. It also has a sneaky way to get a download.
Zuckerberg launches Twitter rival – and takes a jab at Elon Musk
The Meta CEO tweeted at Musk as he says more than 10 million people signed up for his Twitter-rival app Threads within hours of its launch.
Dylan Mulvaney addresses backlash from Bud Light partnership in new video
"For a company to hire a trans person and then not publicly stand by them is worse, in my opinion, than not hiring a trans person at all," Mulvaney said.
Andrew Tate indicted on rape, human trafficking charges in Romania
Controversial social media influencer Andrew Tate and his brother were charged with the crimes relating to the alleged sexual exploitation of 7 women in Romania.
All major social media platforms fail LGBTQ+ people, says GLAAD
In particular, transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming users are subject to hate speech and harassment on social media, the report found.
Families suing social media companies
More than 350 lawsuits against social media giants TikTok, Meta and others are expected to proceed this year. Sharyn Alfonsi spoke with some of the families suing social media.
Surgeon General: Social media may pose risk to teen mental health
Dr. Vivek Murthy urged policymakers and tech companies to take "immediate action" to protect young people.
Instagram could launch text-based app
The social media world could be facing a major shake-up: Instagram is reportedly looking to compete with Twitter through a new text-based app. Lia Haberman, a marketing adviser and instructor at UCLA, as well as the creator of the "ICYMI" Substack newsletter, joined CBS News with a first look at the app's potential format and features.
The Cronut celebrates 10th anniversary
The Cronut, a hybrid of a doughnut and a croissant, was introduced by chef Dominique Ansel 10 years ago. Vlad Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green discuss the popularity of the pastry.
Bipartisan bill would ban kids under age 13 from using social media
The bill would also require children ages 13 to 17 to receive parental consent to create a social media account.
Bud Light executives put on leave after Dylan Mulvaney uproar
Two execs are on leave after a collaboration with transgender TikToker ignited boycott calls, the Wall Street Journal reported.
Families suing social media companies
More than 150 lawsuits against social media giants TikTok, Meta and others will proceed next year. Sharyn Alfonsi spoke with some of the families suing social media.
Hillary Swank announces birth of twins
Actress Hillary Swank, 48, announced she has given birth to twins. “It wasn’t easy. But boy (and girl!) was it worth it,” she posted on Instagram.
Investors mull latest interest rate hike
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger and J.D. Durkin, host of "The Street," join Errol Barnett and Elaine Quijano to discuss this week's market movers on Wall Street.
Meta launches paid verification subscription service in U.S.
The launch comes the same week that the company laid off about 10,000 workers.
YouTube reinstates Trump's account ahead of 2024 campaign
YouTube's decision means the former president's accounts on three major social media platforms have been restored ahead of the 2024 election.
Meta to lay off 10,000 workers as part of "year of efficiency"
Zuckerberg said funding low-priority projects is costly and company functions better as leaner organization.
Selena Gomez surpasses Kylie Jenner as most-followed woman on Instagram
After passing Jenner, Gomez said she would be taking a break from social media.
Meta to launch paid verification service
Meta will begin testing its new subscription service later this week, which will offer a blue badge to verified accounts on its Facebook and Instagram platforms. Louise Matsakis, a technology reporter for Semafor, joins CBS News to discuss what this new subscription plan entails.
Meta launching paid verification system for Facebook and Instagram
In a Facebook post, CEO Mark Zuckerberg said the new verification system called "Meta Verified" will cost $11.99 month on web or $14.99 a month for iPhone users.
Madonna responds to critics who commented on her Grammys appearance
"Once again I am caught in the glare of ageism and misogyny That permeates the world we live in," wrote the singer on Instagram.
Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi renew vows in surprise ceremony
de Rossi walked into her birthday wearing a wedding gown, which shocked DeGeneres.
Surgeon general: Age 13 "way too early" for social media
Surgeon General Vivek Murthy said that age 13 is "way too early" for children to be using social media, calling social media's algorithms "harmful to their mental health and well-being." CBS News' Elaine Quijano has more on the reasoning behind the warning.
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