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Roblox Launches Age-Gated Accounts to Restrict Child Access to Explicit Content
Roblox launches age-gated accounts in June to restrict minors’ access to explicit content and predatory contact, responding to lawsuits over child safety failures.
Meta Is Building an AI Version of Mark Zuckerberg for Internal Staff Use
Meta is developing an AI clone of Mark Zuckerberg, trained on his voice and mannerisms, so the company’s 79,000 employees can interact with a digital version of their CEO.
Meta Launches Muse Spark, Its First Model From Meta Superintelligence Labs
Meta Superintelligence Labs launched Muse Spark on April 9, 2026, its first large language model built to power Meta AI across apps, glasses, and the web. The model supports multimodal perception, parallel agents, and a new shopping mode starting in the US.
AI in Media Conference Day Two: Saudi Experts Call for New Business Models and Digital Verification Skills
The second day of the 10th International Conference on AI in Media in Riyadh featured six sessions on automation, deepfakes, and digital verification. Speakers called for new business models aligned with Vision 2030.
Saudi Arabia Launches Parental Supervision on Instagram in Partnership with Meta
Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Media Regulation and Meta launched the Parental Supervision feature on Instagram on March 26, 2026. The tool gives parents real-time controls over their children’s activity on the platform.
Meta and Google Lose Landmark Social Media Addiction Trial, Face $3 Million Damages
A California jury found Meta Platforms and YouTube liable in a landmark social media addiction trial, ordering $3 million in damages for a 20-year-old plaintiff.
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Meta AI Support Assistant Launches on Facebook and Instagram with New Content Enforcement Tools
Meta launched its AI Support Assistant on Facebook and Instagram, offering 24/7 account help in under five seconds. The company also reported early results from advanced AI content enforcement systems, including blocking 5,000 daily phishing attempts.
LG XBOOM Bounce Giveaway: DJ Bliss Teams Up with LG Gulf for Signed Speaker Contest
LG Electronics Gulf and DJ Bliss have launched an Instagram contest offering ten fans a signed limited-edition LG XBOOM Bounce portable speaker. The contest closes on March 31, 2026.
LinkedIn Deploys LLM-Powered Ranking System to Personalize Feed for 1.3 Billion Users
LinkedIn has deployed a new LLM-powered Feed ranking system serving 1.3 billion professionals, replacing a fragmented multi-source architecture with unified retrieval and a sequential Generative Recommender model.
WhatsApp Launches Parent-Managed Accounts for Pre-Teens with PIN Controls and Activity Alerts
WhatsApp has begun rolling out parent-managed accounts for children under 13, giving parents PIN-protected controls over contacts, groups, and activity alerts while preserving end-to-end encryption.
X Money Early Public Access Set to Launch Next Month, Musk Says
X Money is set to enter early public access next month, according to Elon Musk. The feature is part of X Corp.’s push to add payments to its social platform.
Meta Acquires Moltbook, an AI Agent Social Network, to Expand Superintelligence Labs
Meta Platforms has agreed to acquire Moltbook, an experimental social network for AI agents, with the team set to join Meta’s Superintelligence Labs.
Grok Chatbot Controversy Deepens as X Launches Internal Investigation in the UK
X launched an internal investigation into its Grok chatbot after reports of harmful religious attacks and false claims about football disasters. UK regulators ICO and Ofcom are also conducting separate probes.
Ramadan Gaming Shifts from Living Room Gatherings to Global Digital Arenas
Ramadan gaming has shifted from small in-person gatherings to live-streamed global events, with digital platforms turning nightly sessions into virtual stadiums for thousands of viewers.
W7Worldwide Releases International Women’s Day Video on Women’s Role in Success
W7Worldwide produced a 62-second video for International Women’s Day, depicting four symbolic scenes of women as mothers, wives, daughters, and sisters supporting achievement.
Egyptian Ramadan Dishes: Traditional Iftar and Suhoor Foods in Egypt
Egyptian Ramadan dishes transform the holy month into a culinary celebration featuring mahshi, molokhia, roasted duck, and traditional desserts that bring families together at iftar tables across Egypt.
Snap Launches Snap Souq AR Experience for Ramadan in Saudi Arabia
Snap launches Snap Souq, an AR experience inspired by Saudi souqs for Ramadan. The feature engages 25 million Snapchat users in the Kingdom.
Bigo Live Launches Digital Fawazeer Game Show for Ramadan 2026
Bigo Live launched a digital Fawazeer game show for Ramadan 2026. The initiative features live trivia, prizes like iPhone 17 Pro Max, and MENA-focused content.
Snap Launches Fifth Edition of AR Ramadan Mall with Five Districts
Snap’s AR Ramadan Mall enters its fifth year with five new districts for enhanced discovery. Eleven brands participate across Luxury, Automotive, and more categories during Ramadan.
TikTok Next 2026 Forecast Highlights Shift to Authentic Discovery and Emotional Value
TikTok released its sixth annual trend forecast for 2026, revealing how audiences are shifting toward intentional engagement driven by authenticity and emotional value.
Snap Inc. Reveals How Ramadan 2026 Snapchat Trends Are Reshaping Consumer Behavior in UAE and KSA
Snap Inc. reveals how Ramadan 2026 Snapchat trends are transforming consumer behavior in UAE and KSA, with 40% planning earlier and 93% seeking creative tools for the Holy Month.
World Radio Day: How Radio Continues to Reach the World’s Widest Audience in Saudi Arabia
World Radio Day celebrates radio’s enduring relevance as Saudi Arabia’s most accessible media platform, connecting millions daily through diverse programming and digital innovation.