Author: Loknath Das

As we all know that the current situation of lockdown has hit different sectors of the world badly. The state governments across the country temporarily started closing down schools and colleges to ensure students are safe. As per the present situation, there is no confirmed dates when the college and schools would resume again. It is very much necessary that we look upon the quick solution of coronavirus or if like these days pass then closure of schools and colleges does not even have short term impact in India but can even cause far-reaching economic and societal consequences. The current…

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NEW DELHI: The battle against covid-19 is being fought on several fronts. One such fight is against misinformation which is being spread through social media platforms. In the last few weeks, there have been several instances where misleading information has led many to try out medically unsubstantiated chemicals. Many violated lockdown and gathered at stations and bus depots after misleading reports on resumption of transport services were circulated. “We are battling an outbreak of rumours and hoaxes. Fake news that spreads false information and unverified data is particularly dangerous in a public health crisis when misinformation around ‘treatment’ and ‘cures’…

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arlier this week, Facebook, Google, Microsoft’s LinkedIn, Reddit, Twitter and YouTube sent out a joint statement saying they would be working closely together to combat misinformation about COVID-19 while also working to build community. But social media companies have said they were fighting misinformation before without a lot of meaningful impact. I dig into this in “Quality Assurance,” the segment where I take a deeper look at a big tech story. I spoke with Shira Ovide, who covers technology at The New York Times, and I asked her what those companies are doing differently. The following is an edited transcript.…

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After initially announcing its coming desktop refresh at its F8 developer conference last May, and slowly, gradually making it available to selected user groups over time, Facebook has finally announced that all users can now switch over the new Facebook desktop layout. As you can see here, the new format centralizes the News Feed and adds more space to the layout, increasing the emphasis on each specific element. Functionally, there are no major changes – the key aim of the update is to improve navigation between the various elements – with a particular focus on groups, while it also brings the desktop version more in line with the mobile…

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Researchers at Kaspesky have discovered two new Android malware modifications that, when combined, can steal cookies collected by user’s browsers and social media apps to allow an attacker to discreetly gain control over a victim’s accounts. Cookies are small pieces of data collected by websites in order to track a user’s activity online to create personalized experiences in the future. In the wrong hands though, they can pose a security risk because cookies use a unique session ID that identifies users without requiring a password or login. Once in possession of a user’s ID, attackers can trick websites into thinking that they are…

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The spread of COVID-19 (a disease caused by a novel coronavirus) has wreaked havoc on the financial markets, and seemingly no company is immune to the fallout. As the markets get pummeled, though, smart investors will look for buying opportunities. Facebook (NASDAQ:FB) is near the top of my list of stocks to buy as share prices continue to go down. While it might not be immune to the problems caused by the coronavirus pandemic, it has several characteristics that make it a strong buy in the current market environment. IMAGE SOURCE: FACEBOOK. Staying connected during a quarantine Every day, more and more…

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“Social media platform cannot become a tool for rioting,” the petition said The Delhi High Court on Wednesday sought the Centre’s response on a plea seeking removal of fake news and hate speech being circulated on social media and platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Google. A bench of Chief Justice DN Patel and Justice C Hari Shankar issued notice to the Ministries of Home Affairs, Finance, and Information Technology and three online platforms seeking their stands on the petition by former RSS idealogue KN Govindacharya. The court listed the matter for further hearing on April 14. Govindacharya, represented by advocate…

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Artists, doctors and politicians in Italy have thrown their weight behind the government’s drastic measures to combat the new coronavirus, calling on their social media followers to abide by an extraordinary lockdown in the country’s north. Hours after Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte announced on Sunday the sweeping movement restrictions affecting more than 16 million people, influential figures such as singer Tiziano Ferro and Oscar-winning actor Paolo Sorrentino began promoting the #iorestoacasa (I Stay Home) hashtag. Rosario Fiorello, one of Italy’s most famous comedians, urged his fans in a video message on Instagram to enjoy the pleasure of being home: “Such a nice feeling to be on…

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With technology headed to the forefront of the new real estate market and the typical buyer using the internet to search for homes, the internet is a prevalent factor in the homebuying process today. But what else is driving today’s homebuyers? I believe it is everything they have learned from watching real estate reality-based content on TV and now, even more so, on social media. Many homebuyers will search on social media for homes that match their specific preferences. Hashtags can help them find all the little niches that they are interested in—for example, #farmhomes, #artistslofts, #livingroomideas, #brooklynrealesate. As HGTV so successfully…

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Is your LinkedIn post going to perform better in the morning or in the afternoon? Does a post added to Facebook do best when shared on a Monday or a Thursday? Though every organizations’ audience will be a little different, there are some general rules and best practices. This infographic from CoSchedule breaks down each of the top social media platforms with the best times and days of the week to post. Top insights include: Mornings are great for Facebook with 9 a.m. being a top target for many business communicators. Evenings are great for some on Twitter with a 6…

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