Smartphones have led to the 'death of proximity'
A UCL study across nine countries shows smartphones are more than devices we use, they're 'the place where we live' and swap for close contact with others.
May 11, 2021
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Why don't we click on some social media posts?
We take the time to read a heartfelt post from a dear friend on Facebook about a struggle at work but aren't sure what to say, so we don't comment or otherwise show we read it.
Oct 22, 2020
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China targets tech giants in app privacy crackdown
Chinese tech companies including social media giant Tencent were ordered by regulators on Thursday to clean up how their apps handle user information or face possible penalties.
Dec 19, 2019
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Use of social media is taking place both online and offline
Social media has changed how people interact. However, social media use is neither static or specifically linked to certain platforms. Emerging technical capabilities, changes in lifestyle and time management as well as the ...
Oct 15, 2019
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How cities could use social media to help create mood-boosting public spaces
Intrigued by the idea of harnessing the power of Twitter to find out how Edmonton's green spaces, playgrounds or open wi-fi affect mental health, a group of University of Alberta graduate students and alumni developed a web ...
Jul 23, 2019
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