Americans reported $2.7 billion in losses from scams on social media
That figure is only a fraction of the actual harm, as most cases of fraud go unreported, according to FTC scam data analysis.
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Biggest cases in Supreme Court's new term
The Supreme Court returned for its new term on Monday with several potentially major cases ahead. Jimmy Hoover, Supreme Court reporter at the National Law Journal, joins CBS News to take a look at some of the most important and controversial cases on the docket.
What to expect in new Supreme Court term
The U.S. Supreme Court is beginning its new term on Monday after its summer recess. Some of the cases on the docket involve gun rights, social media and abortion pills. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joined CBS News to explain.
Jewish leaders criticize Elon Musk for antisemitism on X, formerly Twitter
A group of rabbis, academics and activists said the behavior of owner Elon Musk has allowed "a new stage in antisemitic discourse" to "spread like wildfire" on the social media site.
Ethical concerns of influencer dietitians
Thousands of influencer dietitians are being paid to share information that could shape people's eating habits and may go against warnings from health authorities, according to the Washington Post. Marlene Schwartz, director of the Rudd Center for Food Policy and Health, joined CBS News to discuss this trend.
Indonesian woman imprisoned for saying Muslim prayer then eating pork
Lina Lutfiawati apologized and said she "did not expect" prison for a TikTok video showing her reciting part of a Muslim prayer before eating pork.
Why Elon Musk wants to paywall X
Elon Musk says possible subscription fees for X, formerly known as Twitter, could be coming as a way to crack down on bot accounts on the site. Kerry Flynn, media reporter for Axios, joined CBS News to discuss if that plan could work and what other motivations Musk may have for the move.
Preview: Oprah Winfrey and Arthur Brooks on social media's destructive power
Oprah Winfrey and Harvard professor Arthur Brooks, famed for his lessons on happiness, have collaborated on a book about finding enjoyment and meaning in your life: "Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier." Watch this preview of their interview with Norah O'Donnell, to be broadcast on "CBS News Sunday Morning" September 10.
Report: China using AI to target U.S. voters
A new report by Microsoft says China is using artificial intelligence to influence voters in the U.S. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis has more on the type of AI imagery and content being put out as part of the cyber campaign.
Is social media dying?
With so many apps available for people to share the details of their lives, some are now feeling social media fatigue. Sydney Bradley, senior reporter for Insider, joins CBS News to explain how some people are putting the "social" back in social media.
TikTok star Tanara Mallory on viral success
TikTok star Tanara Mallory joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the success of her food commentary videos, which have been described as some of the funniest on TikTok.
Trump says he won't participate in debates
Former President Donald Trump said on social media Sunday he will not participate in debates, after a new CBS News poll showed he has a commanding lead for the Republican nomination with support from 62% of likely Republican voters. The first GOP debate on Wednesday comes the same week Trump and 18 co-defendants are expected to surrender in Georgia for charges related to their alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Robert Costa reports.
Facebook settlement deadline days away
Time is running out for Facebook users to get their share of the company's $725 million settlement over privacy violations. The deadline to submit a claim is this Friday. Hugh Langley, a senior correspondent for Insider, joined CBS News to discuss the payouts.
Shooter identified in killing over Pride flag
Police say the man who shot a store owner in Southern California over a Pride flag outside her store also posted multiple anti-LGBTQ messages on social media. CBS News' Elise Preston reports.
Microsoft pulls article advising tourists visit Ottawa's food bank
The tech giant's since-deleted travel piece suggested visitors go into charitable organization "on an empty stomach."
Buffalo mass shooting witnesses file lawsuit
Sixteen people who witnessed the Tops shooting in Buffalo, New York, in May 2022 are suing social media and gun companies over the trauma they endured. The suit alleges the gunman -- who killed 10 Black people in the racist attack -- was radicalized in these online spaces. Kristen Elmore-Garcia, a partner at the law office John Elmore P.C. based in Buffalo, joins CBS News to unpack the legal battle.
Man killed in raid after threatening Biden
FBI agents fatally shot a man in Provo, Utah, while attempting to serve him an arrest warrant. The man had threatened to kill President Biden and other U.S. government officials on social media. The shooting occurred just hours before the president's arrival nearby in Salt Lake City. Weijia Jiang reports from Washington, D.C.
Are social media influencers too influential?
The power of social media's influence took a dangerous turn last week when authorities say a massive crowd showed up in New York City's Union Square for a promised electronics giveaway from influencer Kai Cenat. Chaos ensued, some were injured and Cenat was arrested and charged with inciting a riot. To discuss all this, CBS News was joined by Dr. Pamela Rutledge, director of the Media Psychology Research Center specializing in understanding the way people use and are impacted by social media.
U.S. social media influencer leaves Dubai after arrest for "shouting"
The social media influencer had been arrested in May by police authorities following a confrontation with a male employee of a car rental company in Dubai.
Andrew Tate getting out of house arrest in Romania, but charges remain
The controversial social media influencer won an appeal to have his control measures eased, but he remains charged with rape and human trafficking.
Instagram and AI-generated content
Instagram appears to be working on ways to alert users to AI-created or modified content on its platform. A screenshot posted on social media by an app researcher appears to show an Instagram notification reading, "The creator or Meta said that this content was created or edited with AI." It's unclear when or if the notification will be implemented. Christianna Silva, a senior culture reporter at Mashable, joined CBS News to discuss.
YouTuber "MrBeast" sues company that developed his burgers
Popular social media personality alleges a ghost kitchen company has tarnished his reputation by selling low-quality food.
Flashing Twitter "X" sign dismantled at company's San Francisco headquarters
San Francisco's Department of Building Inspection launched a complaint, saying the sign was installed without a permit.
Twitter is now X. Here's what that means.
Elon Musk, who has long had a fascination with the letter X, is taking another step in turning the social platform into an "everything app."
Threads loses half its users
Mark Zuckerberg's new app, Threads, hasn't been able to maintain its explosive debut, losing half its users since launch. In other Meta news, the company has announced a new game for its VR world. Alexander Konrad, the senior editor of Forbes magazine, joins CBS News to talk about it all.
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