YouTube Develops New Tools to Protect Creators from Deepfake Threats
As deepfake technology becomes more widespread, YouTube is stepping up to protect creators and artists from unauthorized use of their images and voices. The company recently announced that it is working on new tools designed to detect and manage AI-generated content that mimics real people. This move aims to safeguard artists’ rights and ensure that […]
Spotify Shines with Social Network Features: Podcast Commenting Now Available
Spotify is taking significant steps toward becoming a social network. Known as a music streaming app, Spotify has introduced a new feature allowing podcast listeners to share their thoughts, feelings, and opinions in the form of comments. This new addition aims to increase user interaction and time spent within the app. Commenting Feature for Podcast […]
TikTok Launches “Whee” – A New Friends-Only Photo Sharing App
TikTok, the globally popular social media platform, has quietly launched a new app named “Whee.” Designed to help users stay connected with their close friends through spontaneous moments, Whee offers a more intimate social media experience. What is Whee? Whee is a photo-sharing app that allows users to capture and share real-life photos exclusively with […]
WediaCorp Partners with Istanbul Gelişim University for an Outstanding Media Festival
In a groundbreaking move, WediaCorp has signed an external stakeholder agreement with Istanbul Gelişim University’s Radio, Television, and Cinema department. This collaboration was solidified during a visit to WediaCorp’s office on February 22 by faculty members Dr. Güler Canbulat and Dr. Selda Tunç Subaşi, who engaged in fruitful discussions with key members of our core […]
Universal Music Group and TikTok Forge New Licensing Pact
In a groundbreaking move, Universal Music Group (UMG), the world’s premier music-based entertainment company, and TikTok have unveiled an expansive licensing agreement. This partnership promises to bring unparalleled benefits to UMG’s extensive roster of artists, songwriters, and labels while reintroducing their music to TikTok’s massive global audience exceeding a billion users. The collaborative accord signifies […]
Conflict Over Compliance: Apple Rejects Spotify’s EU Pricing Update
Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) has declined the latest iOS app update from Spotify Technology SA (NYSE: SPOT), which was designed to include pricing information for users in the European Union. Spotify disclosed on Thursday that Apple did not accept the app update, aimed at adhering to the European Commission’s directives. The update Spotify proposed contained […]
The TikTok Ban in the US: Implications, Concerns, and What’s Next for Digital Freedom
In an era where digital platforms dominate the global conversation, the potential TikTok ban in the US has become a pivotal issue, drawing attention from users, policymakers, and industry observers worldwide. The US House of Representatives’ recent endorsement of the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act signals a critical moment for TikTok, a […]
YouTube Introduces Labeling System for AI-Generated Content
YouTube has introduced a new content labeling tool generated by artificial intelligence onto its platform. The platform is urging content creators to specify content created using artificial intelligence. Accordingly, the company has announced the addition of a new labeling tool. With this tool, content creators will be required to clearly indicate if their videos contain […]
