Facebook Owner Meta Makes Antitrust Commitments Over Online Advertising
France's anti-trust watchdog body said on Thursday that it had approved commitments made by Facebook owner Meta Platforms regarding the French online advertising sector.
Exclusive-Google, Facebook, Twitter to tackle deepfakes or risk EU fines - document
Alphabet Inc unit Google, Facebook Inc, Twitter Inc and other tech companies will have to take measures to counter deepfakes and fake accounts on their platforms or risk hefty fines under an updated European Union code of practice, according to an EU document seen by Reuters.
Sandberg Exit Unlikely To Improve Facebook: Whistleblower
Sandberg exit unlikely to improve Facebook: whistleblower
Sandberg's exit may not be a big blow for Facebook-parent Meta
Sheryl Sandberg's exit from Meta Platforms Inc comes at a crucial time for the Facebook parent as it pivots to "metaverse" in the face of slowing ad revenue, although Wall Street analysts say her departure will not be as significant.
Donald Trump's social media app Truth Social labelled a 'disaster'
Former US President Donald Trump's social media app Truth Social which was launched in February, has been termed a "disaster," by experts.
Sri Lanka revokes social media ban following backlash
Sir Lanka has revoked the ban imposed on social media platforms like WhatsApp, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram hours after it announced the ban on Sunday.
Harry and Meghan contradict themselves with 'ethical' investment firm that supports social media
The New York-based firm Ethic claims it will only invest in businesses it believes passes its "social responsibility criteria."
Facebook fights global outage and whistleblower revelations
Facebook has pushed back hard against the outrage regarding its practices and impact
Trump announces anti-censorship lawsuit against Facebook, Twitter
Trump has begun holding public events, including campaign-style rallies, as he seeks to remain the nation's most influential Republican.
Late-night hosts joke about Facebook extending Donald Trump ban
Facebook has six months to decide on a permanent ban or a time-bound suspension for the former U.S. president.
Russia sues social media platforns for non-deletion of posts urging children to join protest
The filing of cases against these social media giants came after Alexei Navalny's imprisonment and sentencing.
Real Madrid star Toni Kroos: 'I was a Nazi to some people'
The German claims that he was stereotyped partly because of his blonde hair and blue eyes.
Facebook to pay users $650 million in class action suit over privacy law woes
The California federal court ordered Facebook to pay 1.6 million Illinois residents, and each will receive around $345 under the settlement.
Facebook's Zuckerberg wants to get back at Apple over privacy changes: report
In January, during Facebook's earnings call, CEO Mark Zuckerberg referred to Apple as the company's biggest threat at present.
Manchester United star Anthony Martial faces racial abuse on Instagram
Fellow Manchester United players Marcus Rashford and Axel Tuanzebe also faced social media abuse in recent weeks.
Walmart stabbing: Four teenage girls livestream horrific murder of 15-year-old
The suspects, aged 12-14, were seen on social media bragging about killing the victim.
YouTube joins in and deletes Trump video immediately after posting
YouTube just sentenced Trump with a "strike," which prohibits any new uploads on Donald J. Trump's account.
Biden inauguration: Facebook takes down posts with 'stop the steal' phrase
Continued attempts to organise events against the outcome of the US presidential elections were among the reasons cited for such takedown.
Conservative social network Parler sues Amazon over web shutdown
In its early days, the platform attracted a crowd of ultraconservative and even extreme-right users. But more recently it has signed up many more traditional Republican voices.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle quit social media: report
Meghan described past trolling of her as "almost unsurvivable."
Conservative site Parler, banned by tech giants, is headed offline
If Parler is unable to find a new hosting partner by 08H00 GMT Monday, when Amazon cuts off its services, the site will be unable to function.
Facebook bans Trump 'indefinitely' for inciting violence
Critics of the online platforms argued they moved too slowly as Wednesday's violence was organized on social media, directing their ire at Zuckerberg and Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey.
Facebook will not require employees to get COVID-19 vaccine before returning to office
Mark Zuckerberg tells Facebook employees that they do not need to get vaccinated before they can return to work in an in-person setting.
Facebook antitrust suits seek to divest Instagram, WhatsApp
Some analysts argued the antitrust cases would have difficulty proving Facebook harmed consumers since its services are largely free.
Facebook to remove false Covid-19 vaccine claims
The company said the criteria of posts it considers eligible for removal will change based on "guidance from public health authorities as they learn more."
Facebook warning: Selling of pets is illegal on the platform
Facebook reiterated its guidelines stating that selling of animals between private individuals is strictly prohibited
US won't enforce TikTok ban following court ruling: report
The Trump administration has been seeking to transfer ownership of TikTok to an American business to allay security concerns, but no deal has been finalized.
WhatsApp takes on Google, Alibaba in India's phone payment battle
Zuckerberg hailed India's Unified Payments Interface which is used in the country to manage payment apps, with more than 140 Indian banks part of the network.
US Election: Facebook removes pro-Trump 'Stop The Steal' election group
A Facebook spokesperson said the goal was "reducing the chance for confusion or abuse" and that the ban will likely last about a week.
Social media on high alert, Trump post flagged as US votes tallied
Twitter covered the Trump tweet with a notice that it contained information that was potentially misleading.