7 Ways To Build Your Personal Brand Without Social Media
The recent TikTok bans and platform changes on X and Meta have left many professionals questioning their reliance on social media for building their brands. While platforms have made it easier than ever to reach large audiences,
Geno Smith posts cryptic message on social media
Seattle Seahawks starting quarterback Geno Smith wears his emotions on his sleeve… and online. Smith is rather active on social media, and certainly was on Friday morning following the news regarding his former head coach Pete Carroll.
Spanish Prime Minister Warned Social Media Could 'Overthrow Democracy'
Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Wednesday, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez cautioned how social media could threaten democracies
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No, Meta isn’t forcing users to follow Trump. Here’s how the social media power transfer works
Meta didn’t force users on Facebook, Instagram or Threads to follow Trump and Vance immediately after they assumed office. Users who noted this change likely followed the official U.S. government accounts under former President Joe Biden’s administration.

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Spain’s leader wants the EU to ‘make social media great again.’ Here’s how
Spain's PM Sanchez says make social media great again
Spain’s PM Pushes for EU Plan to Rein in Social Media
Pakistani journalism body criticises new law regulating social media
A new law in Pakistan aimed at regulating social media content has angered journalism groups and rights activists, which say it is aimed at curbing press freedom and called on Friday for nationwide protests next week.
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Is Social Media More Like Cigarettes or Junk Food?
Lawmakers attempting to regulate children’s access to social media must decide whether bans or warning labels are the optimal route for keeping kids safe.
New report shows social media giants obstruct independent research for political online safety
A new report by academics at Royal Holloway has highlighted the scale of obstruction major social media platforms are creating for researchers looking into political online safety. The work is published in the SocArXiv.
Wedding Guest Stunned by Bride's Social Media Revelation: 'Picking Fights'
A separate case covered by Newsweek highlighted another extreme example: A bride who charged guests an attendance fee to recoup wedding costs, causing outrage among friends and family. In both instances, a lack of transparency left guests feeling disrespected.
You’re Probably Following Trump And Vance On Social Media Now — Without Even Knowing It
Many users of both social media sites were surprised to see President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance show up in their feeds since the two were sworn in on Monday.
Pakistan's parliament passes bill with sweeping controls on social media
Pakistan’s lower house of parliament on Thursday passed a controversial bill that will give the government sweeping controls on social media, including sending users to prison for spreading disinformation.
South Sudan suspends social media platforms over videos of Sudan killings
South Sudanese authorities have suspended access to social media platforms for a minimum of 30 days after videos depicting the alleged killings of South Sudanese nationals in Sudan’s El Gezira state triggered riots and deadly revenge attacks.