Published by AFPResearchers say misinformation has exploded on Twitter since the platform was acquired by billionaire Elon MuskWashington (AFP) - When … [Read more...] about ‘Monetizing hate’: Unease as misinformation swirls on Twitter
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Trans youth in US facing a conservative offensive
Published by AFPSupporters of LGBTQ rights during the 'Transgender Day of Visibility' in WashingtonWashington (AFP) - Leo is 14 years old and … [Read more...] about Trans youth in US facing a conservative offensive
Ex-Google Product Manager Reveals the Ugly Truth About Elon Musk’s Twitter
Published by The StreetBy Danni Button This doesn't bode well for Musk's status as a "free speech" crusader A successful product manager for tech … [Read more...] about Ex-Google Product Manager Reveals the Ugly Truth About Elon Musk’s Twitter
When dating apps are used as tools of repression against LGBTQ+ people
Published by RelaxnewsBy Pollyana Ventura / Getty Images Homosexual activity is currently criminalized by 67 countries or jurisdictions around the … [Read more...] about When dating apps are used as tools of repression against LGBTQ+ people
LGBTQ+ app Grindr warns Egypt police may be arresting users
Published by Al-ArabyLGBTQ+ dating app Grindr has warned that Egyptian police may be using fake accounts to lure and detain users, according to … [Read more...] about LGBTQ+ app Grindr warns Egypt police may be arresting users
Greater engagement with anti-masturbation groups linked to higher rates of depression, anxiety, and suicidal feelings
Published by PsyPostPeople who are more engaged with communities that push abstinence from masturbation tend to feel more suicidal after a perceived … [Read more...] about Greater engagement with anti-masturbation groups linked to higher rates of depression, anxiety, and suicidal feelings
A Catholic nonprofit used mobile app tracking data to spy on gay priests: report
Published by AlterNetA Denver-based Catholic nonprofit allocated millions of dollars towards spying on priests who use use dating and hookup apps, and … [Read more...] about A Catholic nonprofit used mobile app tracking data to spy on gay priests: report
Anti-LGBTQ Republican left heart emojis and compliments on ‘raunchy’ gay Instagram account
Published by Raw StoryTennessee Lt. Gov. Randy McNally, who has been supportive of his state's new laws cracking down on drag shows, has made a habit … [Read more...] about Anti-LGBTQ Republican left heart emojis and compliments on ‘raunchy’ gay Instagram account
‘Watched my father die’: Tech firms face ire over legal shield
Published by AFPWashington (AFP) - Poring over family photographs, Jessica Watt Dougherty voices anguish over her father's death -- which she … [Read more...] about ‘Watched my father die’: Tech firms face ire over legal shield
Angry Bing chatbot just mimicking humans, say experts
Published by AFPEarly users of a chatbot that Microsoft built into its Bing internet search service have shared exchanges showing that the artificial … [Read more...] about Angry Bing chatbot just mimicking humans, say experts