TikTok now lets you choose how much AI-generated content you want to see
With the new AI-generated content control, users who want to see less of this sort of content can dial things down, while those who enjoy it can choose to see more of it.
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Boop’s new app turns social recommendations into bookable itineraries
Instead of getting an AI-generated travel plan, Boop aims to give users access to itineraries from real people who went on real trips.
Roblox will require all users to perform age checks to access chat starting in January
The move comes amid multiple lawsuits, including from the attorneys general of Texas and Louisiana, against Roblox over child safety concerns. The lawsuits were filed following reports that Roblox was exposing young users to dangerous risks, such as grooming and explicit content.
Mastodon CEO steps down as the social network restructures
Eugen Rochko is stepping down as CEO of decentralized social network Mastodon. Felix Hlatky will now become the Executive Director as the company become structured as a nonprofit government by a board.
Meta releases a new tool to protect reels creators from having their work stolen
On Monday, Meta introduced Facebook content protection, a mobile tool designed to detect when a creator’s original reels posted to Facebook are being used without their permission. The new tool extends to Instagram too.
WhatsApp to launch third-party chat integration in Europe soon
Users in Europe who have opted in to the third-party integration will be able to share messages, images, voice messages, videos and files.
TikTok users can now share tracks and more from Amazon Music
With a new “Share to TikTok” button, Amazon Music users can share songs, albums, playlists, and personal listening highlights from their Insights on Amazon Music directly to TikTok.