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Scrolling 2 Death

Big Tech Gut Check (week of June 24, 2024)

Jun 28, 2024
This podcast covers Snapchat's safety updates, warns about a new risky app OmeTV, discusses pushback on social media warning labels, Meta's fail on child safety, and TikTok's defense against foreign adversary claims. It also delves into the negative effects of social media on kids' mental health and legal battles in Big Tech.
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  • Snapchat implements safety updates to protect children online, aiming to prevent scamming activities and unauthorized interactions.
  • META faces lawsuits and criticism for addicting children to social media platforms, highlighting concerns over underage users' safety and possible exploitation.

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Snapchat Enhancements for Child Safety

Snap Inc has implemented several updates on Snapchat to enhance online safety for children, including in-app warnings for blocked users, improved friend request protections, simplified location sharing features, and enhanced blocking capabilities aiming to prevent potential risks like scamming activities and unauthorized interactions.

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