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America Must Regulate Social Media

America invented social media. Now, it must invent regulations that protect users and free speech, argues John Wihbey. Read More

As social media age restrictions spread, is the internet entering its Victorian era?

Social media bans suggest a resurgence of conservative values in our digital lives. But at what cost to young people’s autonomy, creativity and expression? Read More

First Amendment Problems with Using Antitrust Law Against Social Media Platforms’ Content Decisions

The FTC’s use of antitrust law—real or threatened—to change platforms’ content-moderation decisions confronts important First Amendment principles about editorial discretion, compelled speech, ... Read More

Turkiye: Social Media, Messaging Platform Disruptions

(Istanbul, September 12, 2025) – Türkiye’s slowing down (throttling) of social media and messaging platforms at moments of social or political importance is denying people important information and ... Read More

Gavin Newsom Signs Laws To Require Social Media Warning Labels, AI Chatbot Safeguards

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation on Monday that will require platforms to regularly display warning labels of the addictive nature of social media. The bill, AB 56, is among several ... Read More

15 Social Media Strategies To Avoid As A Nonprofit (And What To Do Instead)

Social media marketing is an affordable way for a nonprofit organization to boost awareness, build real connections and maximize its reach—if managed with care. Read More

7 of the Oldest Social Media Platforms You've Never Heard Of

When most people think of social media, giants like Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter come to mind. But long before these platforms took over the internet, early pioneers were already experimenting with ... Read More

Abortion advocates raise alarm about social platforms removing posts in apparent overreach

Clinics, advocacy groups and individuals who share abortion-related content online say they are seeing informational posts being taken down even if the posts don’t clearly violate the platforms’ ... Read More