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The Senate passed legislation on April 23, 2024 that would force TikTok’s China-based parent company to sell the social media platform under the threat of a ban, a contentious move by U.S. lawmakers that’s expected to face legal challenges and disrupt the lives of content creators who rely on the short-form video app for income.
AP News, Apr. 23,2024
NEW YORK, Oct 28 (Reuters) - Elon Musk has taken ownership of Twitter Inc (TWTR.N) with brutal efficiency, firing top executives but providing little clarity over how he will achieve the ambitions he has outlined for the influential social media platform.
"The bird is freed," he tweeted after he completed his $44 billion acquisition on Thursday, referencing Twitter's bird logo in an apparent nod to his desire to see the company have fewer limits on content that can be posted.
“a common digital town square where a wide range of beliefs can be debated in a healthy manner, without resorting to violence.”
Elon Musk
Common Sense Media Education Tips
The Dos and Don'ts of Creating Strong Passwords
-Do make your passwords eight or more characters, using combinations of letters, numbers, and symbols. (These are harder to crack than regular words because there are more combinations to try.)
-Don't include any private-identity information in your password. (People may easily guess passwords that include your name, address, birth date, and so on.)
-Do change your password at least every six months. (This way, even if someone does guess your password, they won't be able to get into your account for long.)
-Don't share your password with your friends. (Even if you trust them, they might unintentionally do something that puts you or your information at risk.
A handout of tips for the family based on the lesson:
"Countering Hate Speech Online."
A handout of tips for the family based on the lesson:
"Can Media Be Addictive?"