The co-founder of Wikipedia had a Q&A with entrepreneurs from the World Economic Forum’s UpLink programme. His key word of advice: don’t be scared to try.
In a single decade, the way we consume media has changed dramatically.
Social media sites are some of the most common places for online abuse, but it's also seen on messaging apps, gaming platforms, email and dating sites.
Social media platforms like TikTok are being used by medics to dispel false information about COVID-19, which could undermine the global pandemic response.
Over eight in 10 American adults 'sometimes' or 'often' access their news on digital devices, demonstrating a shift away from the print and radio news industries.
Sirio Persichetti, a 7-year-old Italian boy with a form of cerebral palsy, has become famous on social media as his mother documents his daily life.
Blind and visually impaired people use audio description to consume TV and video content. It needs to become more widely available.
Misinformation about COVID-19 has spread as fast as the virus. UN communications chief Melissa Fleming and journalism entrepreneur Mark Little have plans to slow it down.
Wharton hosted a panel discussion about the role of companies and philanthropic organizations in addressing racial and social justice in the workplace. Here's what the panellists said.
Banning apps like TikTok could have long-term negative implications. Regulators should take a more nuanced approach to overseeing this sector. Here's why.
The Global Web Index has interviewed citizens of countries around the world to find out which ones use social media the most, with the Philippines coming out top.
The World Economic Forum Podcast Club is a place to find or make recommendations, to discuss your favourite podcasts and to find out more about ours.
2020 saw the release of 117 new emojis, bringing the total up to 3,136, and by 2021 this figure is set to grow to 3,353.
The internet has come to play an extraordinary dominant role in our lives, but exactly how much do we use it? From Netflix streams to Instagram posts, this visualisation shows exactly how...
With nearly half the world's population on social media, it's become big business. But how do the likes of Facebook, Instagram, Youtube and others compare?
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