YouTube, others may ask for your ID as online safety laws sprout across the globe

Some users of YouTube in the United States may be barred from the platform starting Wednesday as the Google-owned media giant plans to roll out ID verification, amid a trend of similar decisions propping up around the debate about online safety.

Bipartisan pair of senators demand Instagram shut down new map feature

"This addition is a cause of particular concern for us when it comes to children and teens that are active on Instagram," the senators wrote.

AZ Gov. signs bill requiring schools to curb student cell phone use
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Gov. Katie Hobbs held a ceremonial bill signing for HB 2484, which requires public & charter schools to adopt policies limiting student access to cell phones. It allows exceptions for emergencies, medical conditions, and teacher-directed academic use.

'Horace' the Great Dane flies to Mexico
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A Great Dane named Horace took a flight to Mexico this week. The emotional support animal, who likely became the largest passenger on the plane, was the center of attention as he towered over other travelers.

WhatsApp removes millions of scam-linked accounts

WhatsApp has removed 6.8 million accounts tied to global scam networks in the first half of the year.

YouTube to use AI to detect kids lying about their age

YouTube is testing new AI technology to estimate users’ ages and block under-18 viewers from accessing age-restricted content, part of a broader push to improve online safety for kids.

Police departments concerned with new viral trend
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It's a viral trend that started on TikTok, and ended with some kids in handcuffs. Reporter Caroline Elliott has more on why police are concerned about this new social media trend, which, they say, looks like the beginning of a robbery.

Tea app fallout worsens as leaked selfies used in rating site, online map

The Tea app data breach has spiraled into online harassment, with leaked user photos reportedly used in a rating site and an unverified map. Experts say this wasn’t a hack—but a major security failure.

North Carolina gamer shocked by lightning while livestreaming

The chances of being struck by lightning in any given year is 1 in 1.43 million, according to the National Lightning Safety Council.

Tempe Police arrest man over social media pranks
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Police in the East Valley are accusing a 21-year-old man of being involved in a number of social media pranks that impacted several businesses.

Social media influencer accused of disrupting several Tempe businesses: PD

Police in Tempe say they arrested a 21-year-old for his alleged role in a number of social media pranks that affected businesses in the East Valley city.

AZ e-bike firm helps YouTuber raise money
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An e-bike company in the Phoenix area has joined one YouTuber's mission to travel to 50 states in 50 days, all to raise money for St. Jude Children's Hospital. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach reports.

YouTuber Trisha Paytas names newborn Aquaman Moses in recent Instagram post

YouTuber Trisha Paytas has named her newborn Aquaman Moses, adding to a growing list of over-the-top celebrity baby names. From Malibu Barbie to X Æ A-12, here’s a look at some of the boldest picks.

Tea: New app to dish on bad relationships
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A new app called 'Tea' is allowing young people to go online, and spill details on their latest bad relationship or date gone wrong. Some, however, are finding that the online innuendo may have some real world consequences. Reporter Jessica Dupnack explains.