Newsy's Latest Tech Headlines

Newsy's Latest Tech Headlines

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The video discusses Twitter's updated hate speech rules, which now include protections against remarks based on disability, age, or disease. Violations may lead to account suspension and deletion of past tweets. Twitter's policy already covers race, gender, and sexual orientation. Apple has restricted coronavirus-related apps to those from official health organizations, aiming to prevent misinformation. This move aligns with efforts by major tech companies like Facebook, Twitter, and Google to combat misinformation during the pandemic.

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What is the reason behind Apple's decision to block certain apps?

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How have big tech companies responded to coronavirus misinformation?

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