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Google Introduces Facial Verification via Selfie Video for Account Access
Google is rolling out a new biometric authentication feature that utilizes selfie video recordings to help users regain access to their accounts through liveness detection.
July 23, 2026
France Legislates Social Media Prohibition for Youth Under 15
France has passed a law requiring age verification for social media users, effectively banning those under 15 from the platforms by 2027.
July 22, 2026
Funnybone Explains Why His Family Remains Absent From Social Media
Comedian Funnybone discusses his decision to keep his family life private and shares his vision for the future of the Nigerian comedy industry.
July 17, 2026
Meta disables AI image tool following intense public criticism
Meta has deactivated a new AI feature that enabled users to create fake images from public Instagram content after facing widespread negative feedback.
July 11, 2026
Plateau State Police Command Bans Warrantless Phone Searches
Plateau State Police Commissioner Bassey Ewah has officially prohibited officers from searching residents' mobile phones without a court warrant, emphasizing the protection of citizen rights.
July 9, 2026
Plateau Police Command Prohibits Officers from Searching Private Phones
Plateau State Police Commissioner Bassey Ewah has banned officers from searching citizens' phones without a warrant, urging the public to report any harassment.
July 9, 2026
Experts warn car tracking apps are not a reliable theft solution
Experts caution that connected car apps are designed for convenience rather than security, often failing to help owners recover stolen vehicles.
July 1, 2026
WhatsApp Shifts Away from Phone Numbers with New Username Feature
WhatsApp is launching a username reservation system to improve privacy, allowing users to communicate without sharing their personal phone numbers.
June 30, 2026
WhatsApp to Introduce Usernames for Improved Privacy
Meta is introducing unique usernames to WhatsApp, allowing users to communicate without sharing their phone numbers for better privacy protection.
June 29, 2026
WhatsApp to Introduce Usernames for Private Messaging
WhatsApp is rolling out a new username feature, enabling users to message others without sharing their phone numbers, though experts warn the app remains a heavy data collector.
June 29, 2026