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Valentine's Days Tips for Finding Love, Romance or Just a Dinner Date

University of New Hampshire — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 21:00:34 EST

Whether you're in a committed relationship, swiping to find that special someone or taking a break from dating, as Valentine's Day approaches it's obvious that love is in the air. Experts from the University of New Hampshire share some advice to pinpoint your partner's passion, design dating that fits you--no matter your age--and how to navigate today's technology to better make that love connection.

Most Facebook �� Links Are Unread by Users Sharing Them, Study Finds

New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 19:25:57 EST

What are the odds Facebook users read the news articles they end up sharing with the rest of the world?

TMU Faculty Experts on the New TikTok Ban and How America's AI Warning Will Change Things

Toronto Metropolitan University — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 19:15:03 EST

Digital, Doritos & the Taylor Swift Effect: What to Expect From This Year's Super Bowl Commercials

Virginia Tech — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 10:30:25 EST

As the Super Bowl approaches, the buzz isn't just about a rematch between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles or Kendrick Lamar at halftime. For many viewers, it's about the commercials. Virginia Tech marketing and brand management expert Donna Wertalik provides insights into the strategies behind the ads. "There is a lot of work and money behind those converted spots, generating a rare marketing opportunity for brands," says Wertalik.

MSU Research: Social Media Bridges Connection Gaps for Students with Disabilities

Michigan State University — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 20:40:37 EST

MSU research: Social media bridges connection gaps for students with disabilities

Study Reveals the Risk of Misinformation About Acne Medications on TikTok

George Washington University — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 19:35:37 EST

As social media becomes an increasingly popular source of health information, TikTok has emerged as a prominent platform where millions of users, particularly teenagers and young adults, turn to for guidance on a range of health-related topics.

Bots Increase Online User Engagement but Stifle Meaningful Discussion, Study Shows

University of Notre Dame — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 19:20:41 EST

Bots increase user engagement, but at the cost of deeper human-to-human interactions, according to new research from the University of Notre Dame's Mendoza College of Business.

MSU Expert: What Meta's New Fact-Checking Policies Mean for Misinformation and Hate Speech

Michigan State University — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 17:15:19 EST

MSU expert: What Meta's new fact-checking policies mean for misinformation and hate speech

Expert Available: Health Agency Reports Frozen by Trump Administration

George Washington University — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 20:05:08 EST

An immediate pause has been issued on many health agency communications with the public. This freeze by the Trump Administration is expected to last through February first. ...

TikTok Ban is Still 'Fair Game,' Says Expert on Chinese Business and Government

University of California San Diego — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 20:05:08 EST

After TikTok briefly barred U.S. users from its platform on Jan. 19--only to restore access 12 hours later--questions have surfaced about the app's future. In this Q&A, Victor Shih, director of the School of Global Policy and Strategy's 21st Century China Center, explores the reasons behind the scrutiny of the app and the potential consequences of a permanent ban.

Linkedin Accused of Using Private Messages to Train AI

Toronto Metropolitan University — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 18:45:16 EST

'Gang Culture' Goes Online

Universite de Montreal — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 19:40:58 EST

How do street gangs use social media? Do they recruit members on Facebook? A new study sheds light on "cyberbanging."

Supreme Court Ruling on TikTok, Expert Explains Consequences

Virginia Tech — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 19:30:08 EST

The Supreme Court upheld a new law banning the China corporation-owned social media app TikTok, opening a path without precedent in the social media landscape. Virginia Tech media and political communications expert Cayce Myers shared thoughts on the decision's significance and consequences.

Understanding the Viability Conundrum in Online Crowdwork: The Costs of Unprecedented Autonomy

Journal of Business Research — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 05:05:57 EST

Sarah Shugars (They/Them), a Rutgers-New Brunswick Assistant Professor of Communication, Is Available to Discuss the Implications of a TikTok Ban

Rutgers University-New Brunswick — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 18:40:31 EST

Expert Available: Google, Meta Refuse to Do Fact-Checking

Binghamton University, State University of New York — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 18:00:59 EST

TikTok Ban Enforced by Supreme Court; What Happens Now? Timely Insights from Michigan Ross Professor Justin Huang

University of Michigan Ross School of Business — Fri, 17 Jan 2025 17:55:34 EST

TikTok will officially be banned in the United States starting January 19, 2025. Despite its popularity, the U.S. House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly to ban the app in a bill that was reinforced by the Supreme Court today, citing concerns about U.S. user data safety. In his research, Justin Huang, assistant professor of marketing, studies how digital platform design affects user behavior and incentives.

Meta Ends Fact-Checking Programs, Experts Discuss Motivations, Consequences

Virginia Tech — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 19:40:58 EST

Social media company Meta will end its fact-checking programs, with platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Threads shifting to a crowdsourcing model similar to X's Community Notes. Virginia Tech experts Megan Duncan, Cayce Myers, and Julia Feerrar offer insights as to how effective crowdsourced fact-checking could be, and how users can guard against misinformation.

Mercy Plastic Surgeons Dr. Craig Vander Kolk and Dr. Brendan Collins Appear on Mercy's Medoscopy Series

Mercy Medical Center — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 19:30:56 EST

Craig Vander Kolk, M.D., Director of Cosmetic Medicine and Surgery at Mercy and Brendan Collins, M.D., a specialist in breast reconstruction, cosmetic medicine and plastic surgery, are guests of Mercy Medical Center's ongoing talk show series, "Medoscopy," airing on Facebook Watch, Wed.-Thurs., Jan. 22nd and 23rd, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. EST.

Will Users Fall in Love with ChatGPT? A Perspective From the Triangular Theory of Love

Journal of Business Research — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 09:35:22 EST

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