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The Verge
15-05-2025
- The Verge
Pinterest says mass account bans were caused by an ‘internal error'
Pinterest has apologized for a recent wave of 'over-enforcement' that erroneously deactivated many accounts. The platform has experienced some weird moderation issues in recent weeks, and outraged users reported their accounts had been suspended without warning or explanation. In response to many appeals, the platform cited unspecified community guideline violations. The company initially addressed ban concerns with a statement saying that it will 'continuously monitor for content that violates our Community Guidelines and accounts with violative content may be deactivated as a result.' This answer did little to soothe outrage from users who were calling for Pinterest to clarify how accounts had violated the platform's guidelines, and complained that appeals to reinstate mistakenly banned accounts were not being processed, or being rejected without explanation. On Wednesday, Pinterest issued an updated statement by responding to a support post it had published to X in July last year. 'We recently took action on violations of our content policies, but an internal error led to over-enforcement and some accounts were mistakenly deactivated,' Pinterest said on Wednesday in an updated statement attached to an old X post. 'We're sorry for the frustration this caused. We've reinstated many impacted accounts and are making improvements to respond faster when mistakes happen going forward.' Pinterest hasn't given any specific details about what the 'internal error' was, what caused it, or if it has been resolved. Some users reported that Pinterest was also deleting pins for seemingly random and inaccurate content violations, such as images of everyday objects being flagged for 'adult content,' leading to speculation that pins and accounts were being reported by an inadequately implemented AI moderation system. Pinterest has since told TechCrunch that AI moderation was not responsible for the error. Users who were mistakenly suspended in the past few weeks are starting to regain access to their accounts, according to reports on the Pinterest subreddit. Given how clumsily the company has handled the situation, however, some scorned users are in no rush to forgive the platform.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Submit your mailbag questions!
The offseason is winding down as the 2025 NFL Draft is in the rear-view mirror and free agency, for the most part, is over. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Raiders' rookies hit the field for practice last weekend, and the veterans will join them soon as OTAs begin on Monday. That means training camp is just around the corner and will be here before you know it! We also had some other significant news last weekend as the Raiders' All-Time passing leader, Derek Carr, announced he's retiring after suffering a shoulder injury last season, and the 2025 NFL Schedule is out. So, we have plenty to talk about for this week's mailbag. Advertisement As always, anything Raiders-related is on the table and fire away with anything that's on your mind. Send your questions my way by either dropping a comment in the comments section below, tweeting at me (@MHolder95) or via email at SBPQuestions1@ I'll follow up with another column in the coming days. If you don't have a commenting account already, you'll need to create one but the steps are pretty easy and it's a seamless process. Also, we have full-time moderators to enforce the Community Guidelines. Sign up and go to the comments section. More from
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
What can gets you BANNED on Twitch? The Kanye West Incident Explained!
Ever wondered what can get you banned from Twitch? In this video, we break down Twitch's Community Guidelines and Terms of Service to help you keep your channel safe! We also delve into the recent shocking 7-minute ban of Kanye West's 'Yeezy_Stream' account, explaining exactly what led to the swift action. Learn about prohibited content like hate speech, harassment, violence, sexual content, self-harm, and illegal behaviour. We'll also cover other ban triggers like copyright infringement and scams. Plus, get practical tips on how to protect your channel and avoid suspension. Don't make the same mistakes as Kanye – watch now!
Associated Press
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
HopSkipDrive Deepens Commitment to Youth Safety Through Expert Advisory Council
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 8, 2025-- HopSkipDrive, a technology company that has raised the bar for safety, access, and care in supplemental student transportation for more than a decade, today announced the formation of a dedicated Safety Advisory Council, bringing together a diverse group of six safety experts to help guide the company's ongoing innovation in youth transportation safety. Their insights will directly inform HopSkipDrive's product development roadmap as the company continues to launch and expand services for students with specialized transportation needs. The Safety Advisory Council represents the company's deepened commitment to remaining at the forefront of safety innovation and transparency, and will enable HopSkipDrive to set new industry standards for specialized transportation products and features that support the diverse needs of all students. Recognizing that comprehensive safety encompasses multiple factors–from road safety to interpersonal safety–HopSkipDrive has assembled the council to address every aspect of the safe ride experience. Comprising of experts from across essential safety disciplines, the council brings together the following leaders: 'Safety is a multifaceted challenge that requires diverse perspectives and specialized expertise,' said Jen Brandenburger, SVP of Safety at HopSkipDrive. 'By assembling this council of respected leaders, we're ensuring that our safety features, policies, and educational initiatives benefit from the latest research and best practices from across disciplines. Our goal is to keep aiming higher for what's possible in youth transportation safety, so that families and schools can focus on helping students thrive.' The council's formation comes on the heels of HopSkipDrive's 2024 Safety Report and the announcement of new features which bolster its suite of over 50 safety products and initiatives. The company's annual Safety Report–which includes metrics on road safety, interpersonal safety, and violations of its Community Guidelines–highlights the scalability of the company's industry-leading safety record and outlines its work to build safety into everything it does. Last year, 99.7% of the 1.7 million HopSkipDrive rides ended without a safety concern of any kind, with CareDrivers completing an unprecedented 34 million safe miles while serving students across 14 states. These metrics demonstrate that the company's multilayered safety systems work effectively across diverse regions, from dense urban neighborhoods to rural communities, and everywhere in between. 'As an organization dedicated to keeping children safe, Safe Kids Worldwide recognizes that transportation safety requires a comprehensive approach that addresses all aspects of a child's journey. Through the Safety Advisory Council, we're combining expertise across multiple disciplines to advise on products and policies that help protect all children, particularly those with specialized needs,' said Cass Herring, Senior Director of Road Safety and Child Occupant Protection at Safe Kids Worldwide. 'Working with HopSkipDrive, a company purpose-built for facilitating safe rides for children since day one, we're establishing new benchmarks for youth transportation safety that will not only benefit the students and districts who use HopSkipDrive, but will ultimately elevate standards across the entire industry.' The Safety Advisory Council will bring fresh perspectives and specialized insights to HopSkipDrive's robust safety ecosystem. By collaborating with leading voices in road safety, interpersonal safety, child development, and youth advocacy, HopSkipDrive will continue to refine and enhance its approach to innovating in safety. The council will play a crucial role in guiding HopSkipDrive's expansion of wheelchair-accessible vehicle (WAV) rides, elevating its support for all students with diverse transportation needs, and further strengthening the company's Safe Ride InSight™ technology, its programmatic AI-powered dashcam recording technology with advanced telematics. This expert-informed approach will help ensure that as the company grows to serve more diverse student needs, its commitment to safety scales alongside its expanding capabilities. This initiative represents another milestone in HopSkipDrive's unwavering commitment to create opportunity for all through mobility. By bringing these leaders together with its team of experienced safety professionals, HopSkipDrive is continuing to redefine what safe, reliable student transportation can help achieve, ensuring every student has access to the educational opportunities they deserve, while giving schools and families the peace of mind that comes with truly exceptional safety standards. About HopSkipDrive HopSkipDrive is a technology company that solves complex transportation challenges where there is a heightened need for safety, access, and care. HopSkipDrive is modernizing the $30 billion school transportation industry through two core solutions: a care-centered transportation marketplace and industry-leading routing software, RouteWise AI™. HopSkipDrive's marketplace supplements school buses and existing transportation options by connecting kids to highly vetted caregivers on wheels, such as grandparents, babysitters, and nurses in local communities. RouteWise AI helps schools and districts address critical challenges, including budget cuts, bus driver shortages, and reaching climate goals. HopSkipDrive has supported over 10,000 schools across 17 states, with over 600 school district partners. More than five million rides over 95 million miles have been completed through HopSkipDrive since the company was founded in 2014 by three working mothers. View source version on CONTACT: Media Contact: [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA CALIFORNIA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: OTHER TRANSPORT TECHNOLOGY CHILDREN TRANSPORT SOFTWARE CONSUMER DATA MANAGEMENT PRIMARY/SECONDARY EDUCATION ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE SOURCE: HopSkipDrive Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 05/08/2025 10:00 AM/DISC: 05/08/2025 09:59 AM
India Today
01-05-2025
- India Today
YouTube is testing blurred thumbnails because some of them are too steamy and obscene
YouTube has started testing a new feature that automatically blurs thumbnails in search results for queries which include obscene or mature content. Google says that this experiment is aimed at making its video platform safer for users of all ages. Right now, YouTube is experimenting with this feature with a limited number of explains that the feature of blurring thumbnails of mature content is designed to prevent viewers from unintentionally being exposed to sensitive imagery—even when the videos themselves comply with the platform's Community Guidelines. 'We're experimenting with a new feature that's aimed at providing safer search experiences for all users,' says YouTube in an official post published on 29 April 2025. The announcement, which was shared in the Community section of the platform's Help Centre, outlines that 'for search queries that frequently include sexual themes, the search results may display blurred thumbnails.'advertisementNow, YouTube has not clarified which specific keywords or themes will trigger the blur effect but has confirmed that only the thumbnails will be affected by the new change. The rest of the information in the YouTube video, including the title, channel name, and description, will still be visible to viewers. Additionally, this new feature will not be set permanently, but YouTube will give users the option to manually unblur the thumbnails if they choose to. YouTube explains that the goal of this limited rollout is to experiment and better understand whether this added layer of protection will prove effective in helping users 'avoid accidentally viewing content that follows YouTube's Community Guidelines but may be sensitive in nature.' In other words, YouTube has clarified that the new feature of blurring thumbnails of mature content is not about censorship or removing results from search, but rather about shielding users from visual content they may not want—or expect—to this feature is not like Google's SafeSearch feature, which can both blur and filter explicit content in search results. YouTube's test doesn't block videos altogether. Instead, the blurred thumbnails will just act as a visual buffer and warning, allowing users to decide whether they want to engage further with the content. This feature can be helpful for parents to add a layer of privacy for their kids and shield them from sudden, unsuspecting users who may stumble upon mature imagery while browsing or searching on the for the broader rollout, YouTube has not yet confirmed when it will be available or if it will be available to broader audiences, 'rolling this test out to a small percentage of viewers.' Starting with the test first, YouTube will likely monitor engagement metrics, feedback, and behavioural shifts during the trial phase before deciding whether to implement the change platform-wide.
