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Watch: Thirst-Trapping OnlyFans Stars Rick & Griff Give Middle Finger to Streaming Service with Hilarious Vid
Social media influencers and adult content providers Rick and Griff Twombley-King struck out at OnlyFans for their now-rescinded decision to ban adult content with a funny parody video.
Social Media's 70-Up 'Grandfluencers' Debunking Aging Myths
There's a growing number of "grandfluencers," folks 70 and up who have amassed substantial followings on social media with the help of decades-younger fans, including TikTok stars @oldgays.
Apple's Next iPhone Mirrors Last Year's, Adds More Storage
Apple unveiled its next iPhone line-up, including a model that offers twice the storage available in earlier versions and other modest upgrades to last year's editions that proved to be a big hit among consumers.
Internet Funding Rule Could Favor Rural Areas over Cities
Cities and urban counties raising concerns that a recent rule from President Joe Biden's administration could preclude them from tapping into $350 billion relief aid to expand high-speed internet.
Watch: California Democratic Lawmaker Joins Grindr to Encourage a 'No' Vote on Newsom Recall
Embattled California Governor Gavin Newsom has fresh support from an unexpected direction: A Democratic state lawmaker has joined Grindr to promote a "No" vote on the recall election.
China's Weibo Bans BTS Fan Account For Illegal Fundraising
Chinese social media platform Weibo banned a fan club of popular South Korean K-pop band BTS from posting for 60 days, saying it had raised funds illegally, days after photographs of a customized airplane funded by the fan club were posted online.
Apple Delays iPhone Photo-Scanning Plan Amid Fierce Backlash
Apple is indefinitely delaying plans to scan iPhones in the U.S. for images of child sexual abuse following an outcry from security and privacy experts who warned the technology could be exploited.
Stream like the Stars: Keep on Subscribing, Maybe Watching
While about a third of households have one subscription, the average number is 3.8, a significant increase from 3.1 in 2020, said Jennifer Chan, the research service's global insight director.
Getting Personal With Booksy
A decade ago, the term 'virtual workout' would have had most people scratching their heads but, in 2020, this very much became a thing.
Dealing with Mental Health Crisis One Zoom Call at a Time
First responders are turning to technology to cope with the increasing number of mental health issues emerging from 911 calls.
What is a COVID-19 Vaccine Passport, and Do I Need One?
"Vaccine passports" are digital or paper documents that show you were vaccinated against COVID-19, and could help you get into a growing number of places.
Vivint Proves That Home Security Can Be Smart Too
Beyond its daily use, smart home technology is also proving to be a smart real estate investment. But not all products are created equal. Here's a look at some of the most popular smart home products on the market.
OnlyFans Planned Porn Ban Suspended after User Outcry
OnlyFans says it has suspended a plan to ban sexually explicit content following an outcry from its creators and advocates for sex workers.
Adult Performer Josh Moore Lashes Out at Those Laughing at Sex Workers Impacted by OnlyFans Decision
The economic and emotional fallout from OnlyFans decision to block explicit content from the site after October 1 continues with sex workers most impacted. Adult performer Josh Moore expressed his frustration in a tweet.
Twitter Users Slam OnlyFans' Decision to Ban Explicit Sexual Content
On Thursday OnlyFans, the site where content is shared for profit, content after October 1. On Twitter many call the decision as being based on moral judgment and will hurt sex workers.
OnlyFans Website to Ban 'Sexually Explicit' Content
OnlyFans, a site where fans pay creators for their photos and videos, is planning to ban "sexually explicit" content. The ban will start Oct. 1 and is the result of requests from banking partners and companies that handle financial transactions.
How Gay Men Justify Their Racism on Grindr
Sociology professor and LGBTQ+ culture researcher Christopher T. Conner untangles the tensions and prejudices within gay dating and hookup apps.
Prominent Fact-Checker Snopes Apologizes for Plagiarism
The co-founder and CEO of the fact-checking site Snopes.com has acknowledged plagiarizing from dozens of articles done by mainstream news outlets over several years, calling the appropriations "serious lapses in judgment."
Pedro Almodóvar Warns Against Algorithms in Instagram Row
Declaring "victory" over Instagram after a controversial poster for his upcoming film was censored and then reinstated, out director Pedro Almodóvar said that society must be alert to the power of algorithms in deciding what humans are permitted to see.
Instagram Apologizes for Censoring Out Director Almodóvar's New Film Poster
Instagram has apologized for removing the official poster for Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar's new film from the social network because it showed a female nipple, after the poster's designer complained of censorship.