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Meta Just Dodged a Breakup: But What Does That Mean for the Future of Social Media?
A US judge has officially ruled that Meta, the company behind Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, did NOT violate antitrust laws when it bought Instagram (2012) and WhatsApp (2014). And just like that, Meta avoided a potential breakup that could’ve rewired the entire social media world. So what does that actually mean? Let’s break it down on a potential Meta breakup of future social media. The TL;DR A judge said Meta doesn’t have a social media monopoly , partly because the l
Nov 193 min read
Minnesota Just Passed a Social Media Law That Could Change How We Scroll
Starting July 2026, if you're in Minnesota and open up your favorite social media app, you might see something new before you start...
Jul 152 min read
Is Social Media Quietly Messing With Your Mental Health?
In 2025, it’s normal to scroll through videos of protests, see headlines about tragedy, or get pulled into threads about loss and trauma,...
Jun 243 min read
Is Social Media Making Depression Worse for Young People?
Social media has become part of our daily lives, but what happens when scrolling starts to hurt more than it helps? A new study out of UT...
Mar 252 min read
The Rise of Social Media and the Impact of Use Among Kids, Teens, and Mental Health
In today’s digital world, social media is a constant presence in young people’s lives. A recent survey found that nearly 50% of teens...
Feb 283 min read
UPDATE: Bill to Ban Social Media for Kids Under 13 Moves Forward
A new bill aiming to ban social media for kids under 13 is making its way through Congress. The Senate Commerce Committee just approved...
Feb 72 min read
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