| 18.01.2024 03:35
Meta's "historical reluctance" to protect children on Instagram revealed in court documents
Newly unredacted documents from New Mexico's lawsuit against Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, have revealed the company's "historical reluctance" to prioritize the safety of children on its platforms. The lawsuit, filed by New Mexico's Attorney General Raul Torrez in December, ac...
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| 12.01.2024 00:27
Ads for Match Group and Walmart ran alongside disturbing content on Meta's platforms, court documents claim
New Mexico Attorney General Ra??l Torrez has filed an amended complaint in his lawsuit against Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, with new allegations that the tech giant misled companies about the placement of their ads. Torrez initially sued Meta in December 2023, claiming that t...
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| 11.01.2024 13:47
Google slashes jobs in hardware and voice assistant teams to reduce costs
In a bid to cut costs and prioritize key areas, Google has recently laid off a significant number of employees from its hardware, voice assistance, and engineering teams. The company stated that these organizational changes and role eliminations are part of a larger effort to responsibly invest in...
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| 10.01.2024 04:03
ChatGPT-maker braces for fight with New York Times and authors on 'fair use' of copyrighted works
A series of high-profile lawsuits in a New York federal court has ignited a legal battle that will determine the future of artificial intelligence (AI) products such as ChatGPT. These AI chatbots, developed by OpenAI and Microsoft, have come under scrutiny for potentially violating copyright and fa...
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| 10.01.2024 04:02
Meta to hide posts about suicide, eating disorders from teens' Instagram and Facebook feeds
In a recent blog post, Meta, the social media giant based in Menlo Park, California, announced its plans to hide inappropriate content from teenagers' accounts on Instagram and Facebook. This move comes as Meta faces numerous lawsuits from several U.S. states, accusing the company of knowingly desi...
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| 09.01.2024 20:04
TikTok Restricts Data Tool, Hindering Content Assessment by Critics
In a move that has raised concerns about censorship and political influence, TikTok has restricted access to its Creative Center tool, which allows users to analyze popular videos and trending hashtags on the platform. The tool, which is primarily used by brands and advertisers, no longer allows us...
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| 08.01.2024 13:22
Unveiling the Dark Corners: A.I.'s Nefarious Future Revealed
In a disturbing trend, online trolls on the infamous message board 4chan have been utilizing artificial intelligence (A.I.) tools to spread racist and offensive content about individuals who have appeared before the Louisiana parole board. These trolls have been using A.I.-powered image generators...
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| 28.12.2023 06:48
Harvard study reveals social media companies' $11 billion ad revenue from minors
A recent study conducted by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health has revealed that social media companies collectively earned over $11 billion in advertising revenue from minors in the United States last year. The findings of the study have raised concerns about the lack of self-regulation...
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| 27.12.2023 00:56
As social media guardrails fade and AI deepfakes go mainstream, experts warn of impact on elections
Nearly three years after the storming of the U.S. Capitol, false election conspiracy theories continue to thrive on social media and cable news, raising concerns about their impact on the upcoming presidential election. The baseless claims, such as suitcases filled with ballots, late-night ballot d...
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| 22.12.2023 22:09
BYD chooses Hungary for its first European electric vehicle factory
China's BYD, one of the world's largest electrical vehicle (EV) manufacturers, will be opening its first European EV production factory in Hungary, according to Hungary's foreign minister, Peter Szijjart?. This move is part of Hungary's efforts to establish itself as a global hub for EV manufacturi...
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| 21.12.2023 01:42
Europe mandates age verification on major porn sites to safeguard children
Three of the world's largest porn websites, Pornhub, XVideos, and Stripchat, are facing new requirements in the European Union (EU) that will require them to verify the ages of their users. The EU, aiming to ensure internet safety, has expanded the reach of its digital law, the Digital Services Act...
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| 19.12.2023 14:32
Meta's Oversight Board reviews removal of Israel-Hamas war videos
In a groundbreaking move, Meta's Oversight Board has launched an expedited review of two content moderation decisions made by the social media giant regarding Israel-Hamas war content. This is the first time the board has conducted such a fast-tracked review process, highlighting the heightened scr...
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| 19.12.2023 00:34
EU Launches Investigation into Illicit Content on Elon Musk's X
In a major regulatory move, the European Union has announced a formal investigation into X, the social media platform owned by Elon Musk. The investigation accuses X of failing to counter illicit content and disinformation, lacking transparency about advertising practices, and engaging in "deceptiv...
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| 18.12.2023 17:07
EU Investigates Musk's X and Demands Answers from Meta on Content Control
The European Union has initiated infringement proceedings against social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, over suspicions of failure to combat content disinformation and manipulation. This marks the first probe under the Digital Services Act (DSA), a set of regulations aimed at regulati...
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| 15.12.2023 01:35
Former Facebook Diversity Leader Admits to Stealing $4 Million
In a shocking revelation that has sent shockwaves through the tech industry, an Atlanta woman has pleaded guilty to stealing over $4 million from Facebook while she held a prominent position as an executive at the company. Barbara Furlow-Smiles, who served as the lead strategist, global head of emp...
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| 14.12.2023 23:41
Ofcom investigates TikTok over parental control information
Ofcom, the UK media regulator, has launched an investigation into popular video-sharing app TikTok over concerns that it provided inaccurate information about its parental controls. This comes two years after Ofcom issued guidance to online video-sharing apps about the protection of younger users f...
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| 13.12.2023 12:35
US Teens Obsessed with YouTube, TikTok: Pew Research Report
A recent survey conducted by the Pew Research Institute has revealed that despite concerns about the impact of social media on the mental health of adolescents, teen usage of these platforms remains high. The survey, which included 1,453 teens aged 13 to 17, found that roughly one in six teens desc...
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| 09.12.2023 19:35
OpenAI's Boardroom Drama: Unveiling Key Players
Could potentially have disastrous consequences for humanity. She is also involved in national security issues and writes about them for a think tank at Georgetown University. Another former board member, Tasha McCauley, is an adjunct senior management scientist at the RAND Corporation, a well-respe...
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| 08.12.2023 01:21
Facebook Messenger Implements Default End-to-End Encryption Amid Child Abuse Concerns
In a major development for user privacy, Meta announced on Thursday that it is rolling out end-to-end encryption for calls and messages across its Facebook and Messenger platforms. This means that even Meta itself will not be able to decipher people's messages, ensuring that only the sender and rec...
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| 05.12.2023 22:06
Tech giants divided: AI's future open-source or closed as they lobby regulators
Tech leaders, including Facebook parent Meta and IBM, have formed the AI Alliance, a group advocating for an "open science" approach to AI development. This puts them at odds with rivals such as Google, Microsoft, and ChatGPT-maker OpenAI, who prefer a closed approach. The disagreement centers arou...
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| 05.12.2023 00:58
Harvard's Disinfo Team Silenced Following Zuckerberg's $500 Million Donation
Prominent Disinformation Scholar Accuses Harvard of Silencing Speech and Dismantling Research Team Amid Facebook Files Investigation In a shocking whistleblower disclosure, Joan Donovan, a renowned disinformation scholar, has accused Harvard University of stifling her speech and dismantling her res...
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| 04.12.2023 19:35
Spanish Newspaper Association Sues Meta for Advertising Misconduct
A Spanish association representing over 80 newspapers has taken legal action against Meta, the parent company of Facebook, accusing it of unfair competition in online advertising. The Information Media Association has filed a lawsuit against Meta, seeking 550 million euros ($600 million) in damages...
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| 03.12.2023 19:24
The Visionaries Driving the AI Revolution
In the world of artificial intelligence, there are key figures who have influenced its development and pushed the boundaries of technology. One such individual is Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, a San Francisco-based AI lab. Altman played a crucial role in the creation of OpenAI after meeting with E...
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| 01.12.2023 01:30
Meta Files Lawsuit Against FTC, Challenges New Restrictions on Kids' Data
Social media giant Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, has filed a lawsuit against the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in an effort to prevent the agency from reopening a 2020 privacy settlement. The settlement, which included a record $5 billion fine for privacy violations, could po...
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| 01.12.2023 00:43
Indiana judge throws out state's TikTok lawsuit, citing child safety concerns
A judge in Indiana has dismissed a lawsuit filed by the state against TikTok, accusing the social media platform of false claims about the safety of user data and age-appropriate content. Judge Jennifer DeGroote of Allen County Superior Court stated that the court lacked personal jurisdiction over...
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| 30.11.2023 18:39
Meta takes down thousands of fake Facebook accounts targeting 2024 voters
In a recent announcement, Meta revealed that thousands of fake social media accounts originating from China were created to pose as American users and spread polarizing political content. The network, which consisted of nearly 4,800 fake accounts, aimed to build an audience on Meta-owned platforms...
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| 29.11.2023 10:50
Michigan to join state-level effort to regulate AI political ads as federal legislation pends
Michigan to Implement State-Level Policies to Regulate Deceptive Uses of Artificial Intelligence in Political Advertising LANSING, Mich. - In an effort to combat deceptive uses of artificial intelligence and manipulated media during political campaigns, Michigan is set to join several other states...
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| 24.11.2023 00:34
Unwanted photos of yourself on social media
In recent news, Facebook users have been facing issues with unwelcome pictures and fake accounts on the platform. One 81-year-old lady named Sheila shared her distressing experience of encountering inappropriate photos and unfamiliar names on her Facebook page. Seeking help, she expressed her frust...
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| 22.11.2023 02:29
Unconventional nonprofit structure leads to dramatic CEO ouster at OpenAI
In a shocking turn of events, CEO Sam Altman of OpenAI, one of the world's most renowned AI companies, was ousted by four board members on Friday. OpenAI, originally established as a nonprofit organization, has since transitioned to a for-profit model but still operates under the control of the non...
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| 21.11.2023 05:38
Artists urge U.S. copyright reforms, tech industry resists AI regulations
Country singers, romance novelists, video game artists, and voice actors are urgently requesting relief from the potential threat that artificial intelligence (AI) poses to their livelihoods. Thousands of letters have been submitted to the U.S. Copyright Office expressing concerns about the replica...
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| 18.11.2023 16:54
Meta Approves Account Deletion on Threads Without Losing Instagram
In a major development for Threads users, changes are being rolled out to the app that will finally allow them to delete their account while still keeping their linked Instagram account. This long-awaited feature was announced by Adam Mosseri, the head of Instagram, in a post on the Threads app. Pr...
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| 02.11.2023 23:12
Canada Takes Action: WeChat Banned from Government Devices
Canada Implements Ban on WeChat and Kaspersky Apps, Citing Security Concerns In a move to enhance cybersecurity, the Canadian government has announced a ban on the Chinese super-app WeChat and applications from Kaspersky Lab, a Russian antivirus software provider, on official government devices. Th...
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| 01.11.2023 13:12
Meta introduces paid subscriptions for ad-free Facebook and Instagram in Europe
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, announced on Monday that users in Europe will soon have the option to pay a monthly fee to access the platforms without advertisements. This move comes in response to a ruling by the European Union's top court stating that companies must obtain co...
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