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Twitter Throws the Bozo Flag on Trolls
UncategorizedTwitter Throws the Bozo Flag on Trolls Twitter used to brag that it was “the free speech wing of the free speech party,” but recently the party was crashed by the company’s security team, who launched a protocol aimed to decrease users’ exposure to abusive content. It’s both a step forward…
Lego Life App Combats Trolls and Bullies
UncategorizedA new app launched by Lego contains many features that minimize the ability of users to be harassed and bullied. Called Lego Life, the app for iOS and Android (available in App Store and Google Play) allows kids under 13 to create profiles, watch videos, participate in challenges, upload photos of…
Prince Harry Asks Internet Trolls and Tabloids to Lay Off His Girlfriend
UncategorizedPrince Harry Asks Internet Trolls and Tabloids to Lay Off His Girlfriend Last week, British tabloids, particularly The Sun and Daily Mail, angered Prince Harry enough to issue a public statement about their treatment of his relationship with U.S. actress Meghan Markle. On November 8, the Kensington…
USA Olympic Gymnast Faces Social Media Criticism for Performance, Conduct
UncategorizedUSA Olympic Gymnast Faces Social Media Criticism for Performance, Conduct What a difference four years makes. In the 2012 London Olympics, USA gymnast Gabby Douglas was a standout, leading her team to a gold medal in the team event (competing in all four apparatus events), as well as winning a gold…
