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2025-01-30 02:40:05

Meta Agrees to $25M Settlement with Trump Over Account Suspension

Meta settles a lawsuit with Donald Trump, agreeing to pay $25 million after suspending his accounts following the Capitol riots. Zuckerberg scrapped fact-checking on Meta's platforms. read more

2025-01-16 20:50:04

Lawyer Drops Meta as Client Over "Toxic Masculinity" Concerns

Mark Zuckerberg's former lawyer, Mark Lemley, drops Meta as a client due to frustrations over the company's alleged "toxic masculinity and Neo-Nazi madness." Lemley had represented Meta in a copyright case but decided to part ways with the company. read more

2025-01-14 16:30:03

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Slam Zuckerberg's Meta Policy Changes

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle criticize Mark Zuckerberg for removing fact-checking and free speech restrictions on Meta, claiming it contributes to a global mental health crisis. They seek to protect users from hate and abuse, urging Meta to reconsider while questioning Zuckerberg's motives. read more

2025-01-11 22:10:04

Biden Criticizes Meta's Factchecking Elimination as "Shameful" and Irresponsible

President Biden criticized Meta's decision to replace fact-checking with community notes as "shameful" and contrary to American justice. The dispute between Biden and Zuckerberg highlights the ongoing debate over misinformation and free speech on social media platforms. read more

2025-01-10 21:20:03

Meta Ends DEI Program and Fact-Checking Initiatives Amidst Legal Shift

Mark Zuckerberg at Meta headquarters in Menlo Park, California, ended DEI programs following a decision to end fact-checking and rolled back diversity initiatives due to changing legal landscapes in the US and concern over recent supreme court decisions. read more

2025-01-10 12:10:04

Meta's Policy Changes Raise Concerns Over Online Safety Standards

Meta plans to align content moderation with current mainstream views on gender and immigration, favoring Trump and Musk's stances. Ending factchecking is seen as catering to Trump, leading to potential rise in harmful content. read more

2025-01-09 15:20:05

Whistleblower Reveals Meta's Safety Struggles During US Election

Whistleblower Frances Haugen reveals that Meta, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, is responding to Trump's views on social media by reducing online content restrictions during his administration. Concerns are raised about the impact on user safety and global standards in light of these changes. read more

2025-01-08 19:50:03

Meta Faces Backlash Over Lax Content Moderation Policy Changes

Meta's decision to reduce content moderation will result in fewer harmful posts being caught, as acknowledged by Zuckerberg. The move may lead to increased spread of misinformation and hate speech, negatively impacting societies globally. read more

2025-01-08 17:40:06

"Zuckerberg in Cartoon Cutting 'Fact-Checking' Reflects Social Media Dilemma"

Nicola Jennings' cartoon in The Guardian's Opinion section depicts Mark Zuckerberg's plan to end fact-checking on his platform Meta, highlighting the implications of misinformation. read more

2025-01-08 07:10:04

Meta Under Fire: Hate Speech Policy Changes Target Marginalized Groups

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has relaxed hate speech rules targeting transgender individuals, women, and immigrants, potentially aligning with Donald Trump's views. Changes include allowing derogatory statements against protected groups and endorsing anti-trans arguments. read more

2025-01-07 19:20:03

"Meta Allows Derogatory Statements; Concerns Raised Over Hate Speech Policy"

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, alters its hate speech policy, now allowing derogatory statements about transgender people and women, and lifting restrictions on comparing them to "household objects" or "property," in a move some see as aiming to please Donald Trump. read more

2025-01-07 04:40:03

"Meta Names Dana White to Board, Strengthens Ties with Trump"

Meta, seeking influence with Trump, appoints UFC president Dana White to its board of directors after a history of donations and praise. This move, along with other Republican connections, aims to align with the incoming administration. read more

2024-12-16 07:40:08

Tech Giants' Sudden Friendship with Trump Raises Suspicion and Concern

Amazon and Meta donate $1 million each to Trump's inauguration committee. Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg, former foes, are now cozying up to Trump likely out of fear of retaliation. Trump's leverage and threats drive Big Tech's sudden alliance. read more

2024-12-12 16:50:08

Meta Donates $1 Million to Trump's Inaugural Fund

Meta, led by Mark Zuckerberg, donates $1m to Donald Trump’s inaugural fund following a dinner at Mar-a-Lago. The move aims to improve relations with Trump and his team. The donation marks a shift in Meta's stance towards Trump. read more

2024-10-23 17:20:06

Meta Bans Accounts Tracking Jets of High-Profile Figures, Sparks Controversy.

Meta has banned accounts tracking private jets of Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and Mark Zuckerberg. Accounts run by a college student were removed from Threads and Instagram. Musk and Taylor Swift threatened legal action, leading to the accounts' deletion. read more

2024-09-26 14:20:10

"Misleading 'Goodbye Meta AI' Post Warns Users Against Data Collection"

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg spoke at the Meta Connect event in Menlo Park, California on 25 September 2024. The article addresses the ineffectiveness of sharing "Goodbye Meta AI" posts in protecting personal data, emphasizing the importance of informed responses to data privacy concerns. read more

2024-09-25 19:10:06

Meta Unveils VR, Smart Glasses, and AI Advancements at Showcase

Meta introduced updates to its VR headset and Ray Ban smart glasses, unveiling AI advancements and a holographic AR glasses prototype. The company aims to showcase its AI capabilities and future computing platforms beyond smartphones. read more

2024-09-17 04:10:10

Meta Bans Russian State-Controlled News Outlets in Global Crackdown

Meta bans Russian state media like RT for alleged foreign interference, accusing them of covert influence operations online. The ban will be enforced globally soon. The move follows previous restrictions on Russian media outlets on Facebook and Instagram in the EU. read more

2024-04-05 00:00:00

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, will label digitally altered content as 'Made with AI' and add 'high-risk' labels to deceptive content. This shift marks a move towards informing viewers about manipulated content while it stays up. read more