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Andrew Wyrich


Andrew Wyrich is the newsletter editor at the Daily Dot. He previously served as the deputy tech editor. Andrew has written for USA Today, NorthJersey.com, and other newspapers and websites. His work has been recognized by the Society of the Silurians, Investigative Reporters & Editors (IRE), and the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ).

Facebook Libra Congress Responses

Facebook gives noncommittal answers to Congress’ questions about Libra

Congress has asked a number of questions about the project ahead of its hearings.

On Jul 10, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Twitter Block Lawsuit

Ocasio-Cortez sued for blocking critics on Twitter

A court ruled that Trump couldn't block critics on Twitter on Tuesday.

On Jul 10, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Alexander Acosta

Trump’s labor secretary tweets through the backlash to his Epstein plea deal

Acosta has been facing calls to resign from his post in the Trump administration.

On Jul 9, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Appeals court affirms ruling Trump can’t block people on Twitter

A lower court's decision was appealed.

On Jul 9, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Ban Facial Recognition Fight for the Future

Internet rights group calls on government to stop using facial recognition

The group, Fight for the Future, says the technology poses a 'profound threat to the future of human society.'

On Jul 9, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Donald Trump Facebook Twitter Social Media Summit

Twitter, Facebook reportedly not invited to Trump social media summit

Trump has railed against social media companies for a while now.

On Jul 8, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Donald Trump US Women's Soccer White House Invitation

Trump walks back White House invite to USWNT

Last month Trump said he would invite the team 'win or lose.'

On Jul 8, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Report: Trump using models as supporters in Facebook ads

The stock footage is available for purchase.

On Jul 3, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Facebook House Letter Libra

House Democrats ask Facebook to halt Libra cryptocurrency project

Congress has reservations about Facebook's cryptocurrency plans.

On Jul 3, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Ted Cruz Nike Sneakers

GOP senators call Nike anti-American over decision to pull flag sneakers

One senator called Nike 'anti-American' because of its decision.

On Jul 2, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Eric Trump tries to jab Obama with North Korea tweets, gets called out for wrong dates

People pointed out some errors in his tweet, so he posted a new one.

On Jul 2, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Facebook says it will fight misinformation during the 2020 Census

The company promises to treat the census 'like an election.'

On Jul 1, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Sarah Sanders Book Titles Memes

Sarah Sanders is reportedly writing a book—and people have suggestions

A lot of people had jokes.

On Jul 1, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Twitter

Report: Twitter user charged with making threats to state Senate candidate

The man was indicted in June.

On Jul 1, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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Marianne Williamson Tweets

Marianne Williamson’s old tweets are the ultimate ‘it me’

Some old tweets are getting new life after her debate performance.

On Jun 28, 2019 by Andrew Wyrich

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