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German YouTube star Jan Zimmermann dies at 27

The young influencer was found dead in his Königswinter apartment on November 18

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German YouTube star star Jan Zimmermann

Meta alerts young Australians to download data

Australia to ban social media for account holders younger than 16, beginning Dec. 10

Meta plans to roll tools initially on Instagram for English-speaking users in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia.

New data privacy law: What social media users must know

New law: Companies must get parental consent for minors, report breaches, secure data

India enforces data privacy rules: How it affects social media, banking and more

Pinterest expands Gulf presence with first UAE hire

Platform transforms from inspiration tool to $998M performance powerhouse

Pinterest doubles down on Gulf with first UAE hire as regional revenue surges

Are UAE influencers hiring? Salaries on offer revealed

Livestreaming market projected to hit $3.4bn by 2030 as creators build professional teams

The mathematics of hiring versus freelancing becomes clearer as content volume increases, say content creators.

Insta rich: Crackdown begins against flashy influencers

Pakistan's new “Lifestyle Monitoring Cell” uses social media to nab tax evaders

Pakistan launches campaign against rich influencers who do not pay taxes. Photo for illustrative purpose only.

Don’t spread fake news, Sidhu issues clarification

Soon after Navjot Sidhu reacted, the user has taken down his post

Navjot Singh Sidhu

World's most popular apps hit by major internet outage

Snapchat, Duolingo and several banks among major apps down in Amazon internet outage

Thousands report outages across major platforms

Dangal star Zaira Wasim weds, shares nikaah pictures

Former actress Zaira shares Instagram pics of nikaah ceremony with husband

Dangal star Zaira Wasim wows fans with wedding post: “Qubool Hai x3

How 27-year-old expat went from no job to a Golden Visa

The content creator reveals how he turned his passion into a successful UAE career

Ugandan expat Rashid Lumunye came to Dubai with no degree, little money and big dreams. Seven years later, he’s a successful content creator, Golden Visa holder and media entrepreneur - proof that in the UAE, persistence pays off.

Top 25 expert tips to go viral on social media in Dubai

From staying true to your creative voice to mastering light, list comes from experience

Class of 2025: Olessia, Hugo, Arthur, Mathias, and Ethan - Content Creators who graduated from Beautiful Destinations Academy, backed by the Dubai Department Of Economy and Tourism, with flying colours

New guidelines unveiled to regulate content creators

New content creator guidelines introduced to enhance accountability, says media minister

New Saudi guidelines aim to hold content creators accountable

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