A new experimental task reveals distinct styles of engagement on social networking sites associated with different perceptions of social connectedness.
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Elon Musk Says He Will Step Down as Twitter CEO After Finding Replacement
Previously, Musk posted a poll on Twitter asking the platform's users whether he should stay on as CEO. More than 57% among the millions who voted said he should …
The Wretched of the Social Media
A debate on social media and its influences on the youth between two characters from 'Hamlet'.
What Is Mastodon? A Social Media Expert Explains How the ‘Federated’ Network Works and Why It Won’t Be a New Twitter
The turmoil at Twitter has many people turning to an alternative, Mastodon. The social media platform does a lot of what Twitter and Facebook do, but there are key …
Elon Musk’s Twitter Takeover Means New Threats to User Privacy
Much discussion about Elon Musk’s new ownership of Twitter has focused on his supposedly too-permissive attitude toward free speech on the platform. But his acquisition of the platform could …
Why Elon Musk’s 2 Weeks at Twitter Heralds India’s Brush With Digital Demonetisation
Twitter India barely exists this week, after Musk reportedly fired 90% of the team. It’s unclear if Twitter will continue to pursue its lawsuit against the Union government’s attempts …
Why a Paid ‘Blue Tick’ Verification on Twitter Is Fundamentally Flawed
Despite its flaws, the existing verification process largely succeeded in rooting out a sizable chunk of illegitimate activity on the platform. But by charging $8 payment verification, Elon Musk's …
Mass Migration From Twitter Is Likely To Be an Uphill Battle – Just Ask Ex-tumblr Users
The communities that call Twitter home might decide to pack their bags. If they do, they are unlikely to be able to completely reconstitute themselves elsewhere.
Elon Musk Is Wrong: Research Shows Content Rules on Twitter Help Preserve Free Speech From Bots and Other Manipulation
Elon Musk said he wants to make Twitter a platform for free speech. Here is what research shows about claims of political bias and excessive moderation.
‘But He Doesn’t Look Like a Beggar’
Instead of using disability for laughs and internet fame, what if the media sheds light on the issues faced by the disabled community?