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Ask HN: Close Facebook account but keep managing Facebook pages?
I want to close my Facebook account for multiple reasons, but I need to keep managing / administrating some Facebook pages. There are also Facebook groups I'd like to keep participating, but I guess I could rejoin them.What's the best way to keep handling the Facebook pages? I need to create another account (with my cell phone number, unfortauntely), set it as admin and then delete my original account? Is that going to cause a problem? I can't risk losing the admin of these p
Vera Bradley's rebrand has flopped
Vera Bradley announced a complete rebrand last week.Their unique, vintage-style, bags (which were adored by their loyal customers) have been axed, and replaced with copycat products designed to appeal to a younger market.It's outraged their customers:https://www.instagram.com/p/C89qtLhR5ue/https://www.reddit.com/r/verabradley/comments/1e1mqso/rest_in_peace_vera_bradley_i_will_cherish_and/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&
Ask HN: Was There a Widespread Outage?
Tumblr, Facebook, and discord all seem down
Google and Hacker News seem to work<p>Update: everything seems to be back up
Show HN: Lambda – The open-source privacy-based Social media app
Hi, HN community!NOTE: This is a repost of the previous one, due to it being less in detailI want to get some help with this idea of mine, I got tired of social media, so I have decided to bring a new era in social media with lambda, for which I would like some help in gaining traction, your help is all I need currently.What is Lambda?Lambda is a prototype currently for gaining traction and investment, but the prototype also has the main ideas implemented into it. Here's what makes Lambda u
Ask HN: How can social media companies combat product astroturfing?
I was browsing the Whoop subreddit when I noticed a particularly suspicious chain of comments in a format similar to ones I've seen before, where a product with an oddly generic name is linked using Markdown and the comment seems vaguely human like, but the commenter's profile clearly indicates that all they comment about is the product. Here is an example of what I mean:https://www.reddit.com/r/whoop/comments/1ebvrld/whos_actually_paying_60_for_bands
What's your everyday phone setup (EDA)?
I have installed and uninstalled various applications in the last 2 years. From browsers, search engine, photo editing apps, crypto exchange/wallets, new social media (threads, AirChat) and many more.... What has stayed in your phone and is being used on a daily basis?
Ask HN: Got my first iPhone. What should I know?
I just got an iPhone 15 as a gift, was using a cheap Motorola before. I know iPhones are very common in the US and Europe but I've never used one before and I'm pretty new to the Apple ecosystem (I have a Macbook Air but I use mostly dev tools).My phone usage was heavy but fairly basic: social media, reading sites like HN, taking pictures, music, etc. what are some cool apps I might not be aware of as an Android user? What are some gotchas or tips you have that I might not have any ide
Show HN: Voluntarily add warning labels to social media websites
A Chrome extension to voluntarily add informative warning labels to social media websites.<p>There is a significant association between social media use and depression. Recently the surgeon general of the United States called on congress to require warning labels. While warning labels are not a sure-fire way to curb use, they can be effective provided that:<p>- The warning must provide new information to users, and
- The user must find the information credible
Show HN: I made an AI short-form video generator for TikTok
I made an AI short-form video generator for TikTok, YouTube Shorts and Instagram Reels. Everything is automated: script, narration, images, captions sync and the editing.It reduces time to create faceless content from hours down to minutes, and efforts for the user down to a prompt. Think ChatGPT to create short-form videos.Before getting into how it's built, let me give some context.Here's how I go the idea. While scrolling through my YouTube feed, I suddenly started noticing more and
Ask HN: How technically complex are social media algorithms?
I'm curious about the technical complexity of social media algorithms, specifically the ones driving the feeds on TikTok and Instagram. How complex are these systems? Are they a standard recommendation system and the complexity comes from the large amount of signals being used? Is it a fancy neural network?
Show HN: Generate faceless videos in no time with Vadoo AI
Vadoo AI is platform designed to automate the creation of faceless AI driven videos for social media. Whether you're looking to post on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, or Facebook, it's an all in one solution.
Show HN: Anime AI – Instantly Transform Photos and Text into Anime Art
Discover Anime AI, a revolutionary platform that transforms your photos and text prompts into stunning anime-style images in seconds. No drawing skills or AI knowledge required. Experience the magic of turning ordinary photos into vibrant anime masterpieces and effortlessly share your creations. Try it today at animeai.show and let your imagination soarWe’re excited to introduce Anime AI (https://www.animeai.show/en), a cutting-edge platform that transforms your photos and text pr
Understanding the Impact of Google Consent Mode For Your Business in 2024
In a report from May 2023, Google states that “with Consent Mode in place, Air France’s visible conversions rose by 9% across Europe” after experiencing a 20% drop in conversions due to recent cookie guidance compliance.
How can a company benefit from more accurate measurement as privacy regulations become increasingly strict? Consent Mode is the solution proposed by Google to continue providing valuable insights in a privacy-first digital world.
This guide has everything you need to know a
Social Media Platforms’ In-App Ad Tools Aren’t Good Enough For The FTC
That “tag a Sponsor” thing on Facebook doesn’t cut it, according to the FTC.
Here's How Social Media "Thinspiration" Bans Are Actually Working Out
<b>The big social networks have banned pro-eating disorder content.</b> But how well have they been enforcing the ban?
Donald Trump Trashes Joe Biden After He Drops Out Of The Race
"Crooked Joe Biden was not fit to run for President, and is certainly not fit to serve," Trump wrote in a social media screed.
Premier Travel Media Brand LOST iN Acquires BuzzFeed’s Travel Vertical Bring Me! To Accelerate Growth And Reach A Wider Audience Of Travel Enthusiasts
<i>The Bring Me! property boasts more than six million followers across social media, a content library with thousands of travel videos, and a history of advertising partnerships with major brands</i>
Coconut Tree Memes Are Taking Over Social Media Thanks To Kamala Harris — Here's Why
"every bar in DC is gonna start serving Kamala’s coconut tree piña colada specialty cocktail"
Exclusive-Meta to be hit with first EU antitrust fine for linking Marketplace and Facebook, sources say
Meta Platforms is set to be hit in a few weeks with its first EU antitrust fine for tying classified advertisements service ...
Kinston police warn of fake city department Facebook page
The Kinston Police Department and the City of Kinston have identified a fraudulent Facebook page impersonating Kinston Public ...