Blockbuster trolls Netflix over password sharing crackdown

“A friendly reminder that when you used to rent videos from us," Blockbuster said via Twitter. “We didn’t care who you shared it with…as long as you returned it on time."

Paralyzed man regains this 'simple pleasure' thanks to AI 'digital bridge'

A paralyzed man has regained the ability to walk thanks to artificial intelligence-powered implants that re-established communication between the brain and spinal cord, researchers said. 

California teen dies during social media stunt on 6th Street Bridge: Police

The teen fell "when climbing upon one of the arches, in order to post, apparently, a social media broadcast," Los Angeles Police Chief Michel Moore said.

Restaurants opt out of using QR-code menus post-pandemic

Three years ago, shared menus were replaced with pointing your phone camera at a QR code. Now, many restaurants are going back to using physical menus.

Your car is spying on you, but a new website helps you learn what's being shared

If you remember the computer chip shortage that continues to slow automakers, it's because modern vehicles are computers on wheels, so what does that mean?

WhatsApp rolls out edit feature for sent messages

The popular chat app announced in a blog post Monday that users can correct misspellings, add more details or otherwise change what they have sent to friends, family and coworkers.

Surgeon general warns social media can have 'profound risk of harm' for kids

Could social media for kids be regulated next, like car seats and baby formula? The U.S. surgeon general is pushing policymakers to consider change in a new report on social media and youth mental health.

Digital seance: New AI tech will mimic speaking to dead family, friends

A tech designer is building a program called Seance AI, which will allow users to speak with a chatbot mimicking a dead loved one that could help people find closure.

TikTok, social media trends push performance crimes into US spotlight

A rise in thefts of Hyundais and Kias is linked to viral videos posted to TikTok and other social media platforms that teach people how to exploit a security weakness to steal the cars.

Instagram down? Outage reported by more than 100,000 users

No, it's not your selfie that's the problem. More than 100,000 Instagram users are having trouble accessing the app.