By some estimates, roughly 4 billion people across the world use networking websites such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. This usage has prompted mental health experts to investigate whether the enormous popularity of social media plays a role in depression.

During COVID-19, a new social media app took the world by storm called Clubhouse. Clubhouse is an audio-only social media platform where people are invited into 'rooms' to have discussions based around topics chosen by moderators.

Snapchat was developed by two Stanford graduates, Evan Spiegel and Bobby Murphy. They were trying to develop a disappearing photo service that would allow users to send photos that would disappear after a short period of time.

Elon Musk, one of the most iconic entrepreneurs and businessmen in the world, announced earlier in the year that he will be purchasing Twitter for $44 million. The announcement comes after weeks of speculation about his interest in the social media platform.

As social media platforms like Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and others continue to grow in popularity, new research suggests that these increased hours spent online may be associated with cyberbullying.