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Meta has officially acquired Moltbook, the AI agent social network that exploded in popularity earlier this year. The platform, which mimics Reddit but is populated entirely by AI agents using OpenClaw, gained viral attention when users discovered many of its most engaging posts were entirely fabricated by bots. The news was first reported by Axios and later confirmed to TechCrunch, noting that Moltbook is joining Meta Superintelligence Labs.

Connie Boss Alexander, the mother of the late Stephen “tWitch” Boss, has broken her silence in response to claims made by his widow, Allison Holker, in her upcoming memoir. In a heartfelt Instagram post on January 9, Alexander expressed her dismay, calling the allegations “misleading and hurtful.” She wrote, “Our family is absolutely appalled by the misleading and hurtful claims made about my son, Stephen Boss.” The statement marks the first time Alexander has publicly addressed the narrative surrounding her son’s life and death.

Reddit has rolled out a significant update that puts the power back into your hands when it comes to managing unwanted messages. The platform, known for its community-driven discussions, is now offering granular controls over who can send you chat requests. This isn't just a minor tweak—it's a major leap forward in combating spam and ensuring that your Reddit experience remains focused on the conversations that matter.

In early October 2025, Discord confirmed a significant security incident involving a third-party customer service vendor, affecting users who had contacted its Customer Support or Trust & Safety teams. The breach, which occurred on September 20, 2025, was not a direct intrusion into Discord's internal systems but rather a compromise of a vendor's support ticket environment. The attackers, identifying themselves as the Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters (SLH), exfiltrated approximately 1.6 terabytes of data, including sensitive user information and government ID images used for age verification appeals.

In just 10 days, Meta's Threads app has shattered growth records, surpassing 150 million downloads and maintaining roughly 100 million weekly active users. This staggering adoption rate, described as "unprecedented" by Data.ai senior director Randy Nelson, dwarfs previous benchmarks—Threads has grown more than five times faster than Pokémon Go, which took about three months to hit 150 million downloads.

Android 17 introduces Screen Reactions, a feature that lets you record yourself and your screen simultaneously with just a few taps. No more juggling apps or setting up a green screen. Whether you're reacting to a trending clip, a wild comment section, or your latest gift guide, this tool overlays your live response directly onto the content. It keeps things authentic and streamlines the creative process, letting you focus on your reaction rather than the setup. Screen Reactions will roll out first on Pixel devices this summer, giving creators a seamless way to produce engaging reaction videos on the go.

Instagram has launched its own dedicated video editing app called Edits—a powerful, free tool designed to help creators turn ideas into polished videos directly from their phone. Available on both iOS and Android, Edits offers a complete suite of editing features without watermarks, supporting 4K exports up to 10 minutes long. Think of it as a one-stop shop for capturing, editing, and sharing content, with seamless integration into Instagram for high-quality playback.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has escalated its efforts to unmask anonymous social media accounts that criticize Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or share information about ICE agent locations. In recent months, DHS has sent hundreds of administrative subpoenas to major tech companies, including Google, Meta, Reddit, and Discord, demanding identifying details such as names, email addresses, and phone numbers behind accounts without real names attached. Unlike traditional warrants, these subpoenas do not require prior judicial approval, allowing DHS to act quickly with limited oversight.

Newly minted Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma has been fairly active on X since taking the reins from Phil Spencer, but her engagement quickly sparked controversy. Accusations swirled that her posts felt AI-generated, with some users even doubting her authenticity as a gamer. The backlash was immediate, fueled by her background as Microsoft's head of AI before moving to gaming.

Independent federal MP Zali Steggall has revealed her WhatsApp account was hacked in March as part of a sophisticated phishing scheme believed to be orchestrated by Russian threat actors. The attack, which targeted her personal account, is part of a broader global campaign that has compromised messaging accounts of government officials, military personnel, and journalists worldwide.