Social media

1.18 billion views in 75 days: CAM study offers look at rapid spread of antisemitic hate

This underscores the urgent need for social media companies to address the role their platforms play in amplifying and normalizing Jew-hatred.

 Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Kick, YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, Reddit, Threads and X applications are displayed on a mobile phone in this picture
In this photo illustration, icons for WhatsApp, Facebook, Threads, X, Instagram, TikTok, Reddit, YouTube and Snapchat are displayed on a smartphone placed over computer keyboards on August 30, 2026

Fake AI ‘Rabbi’ network turns antisemitic money tropes into crypto cash grabs

US President Donald Trump (R) and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (L) walk inside after Netanyahu arrived at Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence in Palm Beach, Florida; December, 2025.

Trump claims endorsement of Netanyahu shifted momentum in Israel's election

Lennart Karl and his partner, Zoe Kappele.

High society, Instagram, and the fury: Bayern Starlet in trouble


Herut Davidson on Arabic, social media, and bridge-building across the Middle East

Social media has become both a battleground and an opportunity. Traditional media often leaves citizens dependent on dominant narratives, while social platforms allow individuals to speak directly.

People hold a giant Israeli national flag at the Western Wall in Jerusalem Old City, on the eve of Jerusalem Day, May 14, 2026.

Britain expected to introduce social media restrictions for children under 16

"It changes the presumption, so that children aren't presuming that they're going to be in these spaces because all of their friends are, and thats quite significant," said Nandy.

Social media and the algorithm move faster than facts and claims can be verified.

Spanish-language online antisemitism far exceeds pre-Oct 7 levels, remains highest on X

Researchers analyzed more than 118 million online posts and comments, finding that Spanish-language antisemitism remains higher than before Oct. 7.

An antisemitism hashtag, illustrating online antisemitic hate speech.

Haifa resident arrested over alleged incitement against LGBTQ community, later released

Haifa Magistrate's Court Judge Jada Basul found there was reasonable suspicion that a crime had been committed, but ruled there was no justification for keeping Amir Maron in custody.

 An illustrative image of an Israel Police officer.

Viral gym trend revives antisemitic stereotypes online, NGO CyberWell's report shows

The “Promised 3,000 Years Ago” trend involves the antisemitic assertion that Jews falsely claim property belonging to others as their own, and in this specific case, gym equipment. 

Regular pull-up and close-grip pull-up

Instagram launches paid subscription officially

Instagram has officially announced the launch of Instagram Plus, a new monthly paid subscription service that will grant users a series of exclusive features.

Instagram

Hollanov, DeanAllie… Trump and Xi? Democrats compare Trump, Xi to fictional couples on social media

The video featured the song Casual by Chappel Roan, alongside photos of Heated Rivalry’s Shane and Ilya, Off Campus’s Allie and Dean, and, of course, Trump and Xi.

US President Donald Trump speaks with Chinese President Xi Jinping while leaving after a visit to the Zhongnanhai Garden in Beijing, China, May 15, 2026.

Study finds five social media posts may shape lasting opinions

The study noted that, rather than evaluating the accuracy of the information presented, social media users tended to trust what was familiar and repeated.

Social media and the algorithm move faster than facts and claims can be verified.

Coming Soon to Instagram: A quick search within the Story viewer list

Instagram CEO, Adam Mosseri, hinted that the social network is positively considering the addition of a dedicated search bar to the viewer list, which would save users from endless scrolling.

Instagram

Politicians must prioritize 'hasbara' as Israel's global image crisis deepens - opinion

Rising global antisemitism and falling US support push Israel’s image crisis into the election spotlight.

Writer Nicholas Kristof, blood libel purveyor, receives an honorary doctorate in Letters during Brown University commencement exercises, in Rhode Island, 2011.