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You May Have a Thinking Digital Twin Within a Decade: How TikTok is Launching Digital Avatars

We are rapidly hurtling towards a future where we will have digital twins. These are exact copies of ourselves that exist in virtual worlds, and they could play a huge role in our lives. There are already platforms like TikTok that allow us to create digital avatars of ourselves, and it's likely that this is just the beginning. In the near future, we will be able to have our digital twins do all sorts of things for us, from shopping to travelling to meeting new people. Are you ready for this exciting future?

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Yubo, a GenZ social network app, launched an age identification feature to prove digital identity

It has been a known fact for some time now that social media is one of the primary sources of information for young people. Keeping track of what age group each social media platform caters has become increasingly important, as more and more minors are using these platforms without adult supervision. In light of this, Yubo - a Gen Z social app - has rolled out new technology that will better identify minors using its service.

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TikTok is Electrifying the World of Books: Bestsellers, Revivals, and More

What do books and TikTok have in common? More than you may think. In this blog post, we will explore how the social media app is having a major impact on the publishing world. Teenagers are using TikTok to share stories in creative and engaging ways, and this is resulting in more people reading books than ever before. We will take a look at some of the bestsellers that have been born out of the TikTok phenomenon, as well as discuss how the platform is breathing new life into classic novels and rescuing neglected genres.

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Charities Join Together to Demand Access to Social Media Data

In an unprecedented plea, thirty-seven charities including the NSPCC, Barnardo’s, Save the Children and 5Rights have written an open letter to social media firms demanding they hand over data if it leads to serious harm or plays a part in a young person’s death. The charities are worried that bereaved families are being denied access to information that could be crucial in establishing what role social media played in their loved one’s death.

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Warning Signs in Private Messaging Apps: How to Keep Your Loved Ones Safe

The recent shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde have once again brought the issue of gun violence to the forefront of American politics. But this time, something different is happening: people are talking about the role that social media plays in these tragedies. It is now well known that the shooter had been posting disturbing content on Instagram and YouTube before he committed his heinous act. But what about private messaging apps? These apps are much harder to scan for warning signs of potential violence. In this blog post, we will discuss how to keep your loved ones safe by being aware of the warning signs in private messaging apps.

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How Businesses Can Show Their Support for Pride Month on Social Media

When June comes around, rainbow flags start popping up everywhere to show support for the LGBTQ+ community during Pride month. And businesses are no exception!

If you’re wondering how your business can get involved and show its support for Pride month on social media in a meaningful way, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading for some of the best ways to do it!

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The LGBTQ+ Influencers that are Changing the world

Since the beginning of time, people have been discriminated against for their sexual orientation and gender identity. But in recent years, there has been a surge in LGBTQ+ rights and visibility. This is largely thanks to the hard work and dedication of LGBTQ+ influencers. These are just a few of the LGBTQ+ influencers that are changing the world and helping to create a more inclusive society.

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The Platinum Jubilee has its own emoji - meet PJ the corgi

When you think of the queen, you think of her loyal companions - and what could be more loyal than a corgi? PJ is a nod to Her Majesty's love of the breed, and is sure to get everyone in the celebratory mood.

The Royal Family has revealed a brand-new emoji to mark the hotly-anticipated occasion. PJ the corgi is the official Platinum Jubilee emoji, and can be used on social media platforms such as Twitter and Instagram.

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Meet the app showing Social Media doesn't have to be Toxic

Somewhere Good is an app that was created with the intention of changing how we use social media by promoting positivity and building others up instead of tearing them down. The app is all about creating a community where we build others up on social media, not tear them down. The app was created by Naj Austin, who also founded Ethel's Club a social club that celebrates and brings together people of colour through creativity, wellness and joy.

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Meet The Brothers Using TikTok To Educate Others About Blindness

Yahya Pandor and his brother Isa are using TikTok to educate people about living with blindness. The 27-year-old from Gloucester lost his sight to macular degeneration two years ago, but he's determined to stay positive and laughter is "the best medicine" according to him. In their videos, the brothers discuss themes such as the most common questions blind people are asked and coping with day-to-day challenges. There's an emphasis on education and humor in their videos, which has helped them gain over ten thousand followers on TikTok.

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Inclusive design is becoming more common on social media

LinkedIn had announced that many new features are in the works including real-time captioning on LinkedIn Live broadcasts. The new feature is a wonderful stride forward for accessibility, allowing it to be easier for hearing-impaired people to watch these lives. It’s wonderful to see that social media sites are becoming more inclusive and taking into consideration people with different disabilities. In a world where so much is online, it’s important that everyone is able to access and enjoy the content that is available.

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TikTok Takeover: Why TikTok is exploding in popularity

TikTok has been downloaded more than two billion times globally, with over a billion active users. It is available in 155 countries and in 75 languages. There's no doubt that TikTok is one of the hottest new social media platforms on the scene. In just a few short years, the app has gone from being unknown to having over a billion active users. So, what is it about TikTok that has made it so popular?

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Prince Harry Calls for More Protection for Children on Social Media

Prince Harry is calling for more action to be taken to protect children on social media. During a webinar, hosted to mark the launch of the 5Rights Foundation's Global Child Online Safety Toolkit Prince Harry said that social media platforms need to do more to protect young people from abuse and exploitation.

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