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Instagram, owned by Meta, has been scrutinized for tracking user engagement, particularly concerning minors. Usage reportedly increased significantly from 2023 to 2026, raising concerns in a court case about the app's impact on youth mental health. , Technology & Science, Times Now

Instagram is currently experiencing a widespread outage affecting users in the US, India, and other regions, with many reporting difficulties accessing reels, login failures, and issues refreshing their feeds. Downdetector noted a surge in complaints beginning at 10:20 AM IST., Technology & Science, Times Now

This comes as Meta is facing two trials over accusations that its platforms mentally harm children and younger users. Thousands of families, along with schools and government entities, have alleged that social media firms deliberately design their apps to be addictive.

WhatsApp Down? Users Report Issues With Meta App, Check Latest Updates Here, Technology & Science, Times Now

WhatsApp Web appears to be facing an outage, with users reporting problems accessing the platform and sending messages. According to data from Downdetector, complaints surged sharply on February 26, indicating a possible disruption in service.

WhatsApp Web users are reporting login issues, with 25 outage complaints on Downdetector. Most problems relate to website access. iPhone users appear more affected, while the service is functioning normally for many Android users.

Meta will begin notifying parents if supervised teens repeatedly search for suicide or self-harm content on Instagram. The feature will roll out next week in select English-speaking countries, with global expansion planned later this year.

Court filing reveals teen exposure to unwanted explicit content on Instagram

Meta, which owns Facebook and Instagram, is facing allegations from global leaders that the company's products harm young users

Jio Platforms is set to disrupt India's wearable tech space with affordable AI-powered smart glasses, challenging global giants through aggressive pricing, multilingual support, and deep ecosystem integration ahead of its IPO.