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Twitter goes Exploring: Your Timeline, Moments & Search are now in one tab

You may have noticed that the latest version of your Twitter app looks a little different – or will very soon. Now there's a new tab called Explore.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Feb 2017

Phishing

Twitter users beware: Phishers target account verification in latest attacks

Twitter is now the target of a phishing attack that uses methods to trick brand managers and social influencers into fake account verification.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Feb 2017

Earthquakes

Kiwi Twitter community unites for safety and updates after latest quake

Twitter reactions to the latest magnitude 7.5 earthquake that was felt widely across Canterbury and Wellington have been flooding the site today.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2016

Unified Communications

Microsoft Teams - a workspace for those who 'don't do email'

Transforming the way that work gets done means shifting from legacy industrial norms to modern digital processes and workflows.

By Richard Edwards • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Nov 2016

Open source

Commvault GO a bright light amongst imminent storm

Commvault GO came to a triumphant close in Orlando tonight, despite being in the direct path of Hurricane Matthew.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Oct 2016

Apple

Oops! Apple leaks its own iPhone 7 details on Twitter

Apple was so excited about the big reveal of the iPhone 7 that it leaked its own secrets just too early on Twitter. But the proof remains.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Sep 2016

Malware

ESET discovers new Android botnet controlled by Twitter

ESET uncovers a novel Android botnet, Android/Twitoor, controlled via Twitter instead of a traditional server, marking a first in mobile malware tactics.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Aug 2016

Spam

#Spamnomore: Twitter's new features hand quality control back to you

Twitter is handing control back to its users with new two features that will screen out unwanted content - and unwanted users.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Aug 2016

Digital Entertainment

Periscope's new discovery features put on a show for your cameras

Avid Periscope users may have noticed a few changes to the video streaming app, including highlights, improved tabs & link embeds straight to Twitter.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Aug 2016

Microsoft

Microsoft WPC Twitter reactions: Who's saying what?

Twitter is abuzz with Microsoft's Worldwide Partner Conference 2016, with the hashtags #wpc and #wpc16 spreading like wildfire.

By Sara Barker • 1 min read • Wed, 13th Jul 2016

Social Media

Twitter's about to let you stick 'creativity' on your photos

Twitter's not just a microblogging site. It's becoming more like Facebook & Snapchat by the day, as it now introduces stickers for your photos.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Jun 2016

Facebook

Everything you need to know about THAT rape case

Social media has done it again. Brought to attention a piece of news that has started a wildfire about one of society's biggest issues: Rape.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Jun 2016

Facebook

Who ruined social media?

I'll happily tell you who I think is ruining it for all of us. Let's have some straight talk about who is ruining Facebook and Twitter.

By Jenny Sussin • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Apr 2016

Social Media

Twitter celebrates its 10th birthday

Twitter celebrates its 10th anniversary, thanking users worldwide and reflecting on pivotal events that shaped the platform.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Mar 2016

Facebook

Hate Valentine's? We show you how to block the soppy crap

Hide, unblock or unfriend any exes or former love interests whose happiness is going to make you depressed, angsty and listen to Kelly Clarkson.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Feb 2016

Social Media

Twitter forms council to do something about its abuse problem

Twitter initiates Trust and Safety Council to address ongoing abuse, enlisting over 40 global organisations and individuals to enhance user safety.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Feb 2016

X

Does marriage equality increase online bullying?

An Australian group is feeling the heat from mental health organisations and Twitter users after claiming same sex marriage increases online bullying.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Feb 2016