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Facebook Planning to Flood Platform with AI-Powered Users

Meta is introducing AI-generated characters on Facebook to enhance engagement, replicating user accounts with profiles and content creation capabilities.

Meta Opens Floodgates On AI-Generated Accounts On Facebook, Instagram

Meta is launching AI users to engage younger audiences on social media.
AI influencers are becoming a trend, raising questions about authenticity.

Meta's fake Instagram profiles are everything that's wrong with AI

The rise of low-quality AI-generated content is becoming a major issue on social media, particularly on Meta's platforms.

Instagram and Facebook to Fill Platforms With AI-Generated Accounts

Meta plans to introduce AI-generated users on Facebook and Instagram to enhance engagement, though risks of misinformation and content quality remain.

Meta's 'AI users' could be the end for Instagram and Facebook

Meta plans to allow AI accounts on Instagram and Facebook, despite user frustration with existing bots.
The new AI characters aim to enhance engagement among young users on social media.

Meta wants to flood social media with AI

Meta is introducing AI-powered user profiles to enhance engagement and entertainment on Facebook and Instagram.
The company prioritizes AI development, forecasting an increase in AI-generated content and characters on social media platforms.

Facebook Planning to Flood Platform with AI-Powered Users

Meta is introducing AI-generated characters on Facebook to enhance engagement, replicating user accounts with profiles and content creation capabilities.

Meta Opens Floodgates On AI-Generated Accounts On Facebook, Instagram

Meta is launching AI users to engage younger audiences on social media.
AI influencers are becoming a trend, raising questions about authenticity.

Meta's fake Instagram profiles are everything that's wrong with AI

The rise of low-quality AI-generated content is becoming a major issue on social media, particularly on Meta's platforms.

Instagram and Facebook to Fill Platforms With AI-Generated Accounts

Meta plans to introduce AI-generated users on Facebook and Instagram to enhance engagement, though risks of misinformation and content quality remain.

Meta's 'AI users' could be the end for Instagram and Facebook

Meta plans to allow AI accounts on Instagram and Facebook, despite user frustration with existing bots.
The new AI characters aim to enhance engagement among young users on social media.

Meta wants to flood social media with AI

Meta is introducing AI-powered user profiles to enhance engagement and entertainment on Facebook and Instagram.
The company prioritizes AI development, forecasting an increase in AI-generated content and characters on social media platforms.
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#mark-zuckerberg

Mark Zuckerberg went all in on Meta's AI strategy this year. The pressure builds in 2025

Meta prioritizes generative AI to boost business and revenue, investing $10 billion in 2024 for infrastructure improvements.

Trump Ally Dana White Joins Meta's Board as Zuckerberg Curries Favor With President-Elect

Dana White joins Meta's board, citing a belief in social media and AI as the future.

Meta Continues Its Trump Turn, Adds UFC President Dana White to Its Board of Directors

Zuckerberg's addition of Dana White to Meta's board merges MMA interests with political strategy, possibly shielding the company from antitrust challenges.

UFC CEO Dana White Elected to Meta Board of Directors

Dana White joins Meta's board, indicating a collaboration focused on AI and future technologies.
White's presence on the board aligns with Zuckerberg's vision for innovation and human connection.

Mark Zuckerberg's big year gives him momentum going into 2025

Meta and Zuckerberg have seen significant growth in stock value and personal wealth, alongside advancements in AI and product development.

Mark Zuckerberg went all in on Meta's AI strategy this year. The pressure builds in 2025

Meta prioritizes generative AI to boost business and revenue, investing $10 billion in 2024 for infrastructure improvements.

Trump Ally Dana White Joins Meta's Board as Zuckerberg Curries Favor With President-Elect

Dana White joins Meta's board, citing a belief in social media and AI as the future.

Meta Continues Its Trump Turn, Adds UFC President Dana White to Its Board of Directors

Zuckerberg's addition of Dana White to Meta's board merges MMA interests with political strategy, possibly shielding the company from antitrust challenges.

UFC CEO Dana White Elected to Meta Board of Directors

Dana White joins Meta's board, indicating a collaboration focused on AI and future technologies.
White's presence on the board aligns with Zuckerberg's vision for innovation and human connection.

Mark Zuckerberg's big year gives him momentum going into 2025

Meta and Zuckerberg have seen significant growth in stock value and personal wealth, alongside advancements in AI and product development.
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#ufc

Meta taps Trump ally and UFC CEO Dana White to join its board

Dana White's appointment to Meta's board indicates a shift towards a tech-sport integration amid changing political landscapes.

Dana White, U.F.C. Head, Joins Meta's Board

Zuckerberg and White have bonded over MMA while Meta expands into AI and wearables amidst criticism for its content moderation practices.

Meta adds UFC CEO and Trump booster Dana White to its board

Dana White joins Meta's board, signaling a strategic alignment with conservative governance and enhancing relationships with Trump and his administration.

Meta taps Trump ally and UFC CEO Dana White to join its board

Dana White's appointment to Meta's board indicates a shift towards a tech-sport integration amid changing political landscapes.

Dana White, U.F.C. Head, Joins Meta's Board

Zuckerberg and White have bonded over MMA while Meta expands into AI and wearables amidst criticism for its content moderation practices.

Meta adds UFC CEO and Trump booster Dana White to its board

Dana White joins Meta's board, signaling a strategic alignment with conservative governance and enhancing relationships with Trump and his administration.
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#smart-glasses

What to know about the Meta glasses the New Orleans attacker used to scout the French Quarter

Shamsud-Din Jabbar used Meta smart glasses to scout and execute a deadly attack, raising concerns over technology misuse.

Your Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses just got a massive AI overhaul

Meta's Ray-Ban glasses are enhancing AI capabilities with live conversation and translation features, making real-world interactions more seamless and intuitive.

New Orleans attacker used Meta Ray-Bans to plan the massacre

The New Orleans attack involved advanced surveillance using Meta's smart glasses, emphasizing the intersection of technology and public safety.
The FBI described the act as premeditated terrorism, raising alarms about the misuse of wearable technologies.

The next version of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses may feature the display upgrade we've been hoping for

Meta's Orion glasses aim to revolutionize smart glasses with integrated AR features, blending practicality with advanced technology.

Meta is reportedly adding displays to its Ray-Ban smart glasses

Meta is planning to add small screens to its Ray-Ban smart glasses, aimed at displaying notifications and responses from its AI.

What to know about the Meta glasses the New Orleans attacker used to scout the French Quarter

Shamsud-Din Jabbar used Meta smart glasses to scout and execute a deadly attack, raising concerns over technology misuse.

Your Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses just got a massive AI overhaul

Meta's Ray-Ban glasses are enhancing AI capabilities with live conversation and translation features, making real-world interactions more seamless and intuitive.

New Orleans attacker used Meta Ray-Bans to plan the massacre

The New Orleans attack involved advanced surveillance using Meta's smart glasses, emphasizing the intersection of technology and public safety.
The FBI described the act as premeditated terrorism, raising alarms about the misuse of wearable technologies.

The next version of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses may feature the display upgrade we've been hoping for

Meta's Orion glasses aim to revolutionize smart glasses with integrated AR features, blending practicality with advanced technology.

Meta is reportedly adding displays to its Ray-Ban smart glasses

Meta is planning to add small screens to its Ray-Ban smart glasses, aimed at displaying notifications and responses from its AI.
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#ai

Meta's AI video editing features are coming to Instagram next year

Meta's Movie Gen AI tool may soon be integrated into Instagram, enhancing user creativity in video editing.
Adam Mosseri hints at extensive features for Instagram creators, emphasizing adaptable video editing capabilities with Movie Gen.

Meta appoints UFC's president to its board

Meta has appointed Dana White, John Elkann, and Charlie Songhurst to its board to enhance strategic direction regarding AI and future human connection opportunities.

Nick Clegg quits Meta after selling nearly $19m in shares

Nick Clegg has stepped down from Meta after a successful tenure, selling nearly $19 million worth of shares amidst growing scrutiny of the company.

Meta's AI video editing features are coming to Instagram next year

Meta's Movie Gen AI tool may soon be integrated into Instagram, enhancing user creativity in video editing.
Adam Mosseri hints at extensive features for Instagram creators, emphasizing adaptable video editing capabilities with Movie Gen.

Meta appoints UFC's president to its board

Meta has appointed Dana White, John Elkann, and Charlie Songhurst to its board to enhance strategic direction regarding AI and future human connection opportunities.

Nick Clegg quits Meta after selling nearly $19m in shares

Nick Clegg has stepped down from Meta after a successful tenure, selling nearly $19 million worth of shares amidst growing scrutiny of the company.
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Big Tech's Date With Antitrust: Alphabet, Meta, Amazon Brace For Legal Showdowns In 2025 - Alphabet (NASDAQ:GOOGL), Meta Platforms (NASDAQ:META), Amazon.com (NASDAQ:AMZN)

Mega-cap tech firms, particularly Google and Meta, are facing increasing regulatory scrutiny and antitrust lawsuits, significantly impacting their operations.

Meta stops selling the Quest Pro

Meta has stopped selling the Quest Pro headset due to poor sales performance.
#zuckerberg

Mark Zuckerberg Hires GOP Official Who Accused Meta of Censoring Conservatives to Run Global Policy Team

Meta has replaced its global policy team leadership with Joel Kaplan to address conservative concerns over censorship.

Don't fall for the censorship industrial complex's superficial makeover

Meta's leadership shakeup indicates a strategic realignment, but censorship issues persist.
The censorship framework remains deeply rooted, undeterred by leadership changes at Meta.

Mark Zuckerberg Hires GOP Official Who Accused Meta of Censoring Conservatives to Run Global Policy Team

Meta has replaced its global policy team leadership with Joel Kaplan to address conservative concerns over censorship.

Don't fall for the censorship industrial complex's superficial makeover

Meta's leadership shakeup indicates a strategic realignment, but censorship issues persist.
The censorship framework remains deeply rooted, undeterred by leadership changes at Meta.
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#nick-clegg

Mark Zuckerberg preps for Trump 2.0 by boosting an in-house Republican

Meta is shifting from a European regulatory focus to aligning more closely with Republican interests under Joel Kaplan's leadership.

Nick Clegg leaves Meta ahead of Trump's return as US president

Sir Nick Clegg is resigning from Meta after nearly seven years, marking a significant leadership change amid evolving political tensions.

Nick Clegg, former UK deputy prime minister, leaves Meta

Nick Clegg is leaving Meta after six years, highlighting his pride in balancing innovation with transparency and accountability amidst societal pressures.

Nick Clegg steps down as Meta's top flack

Nick Clegg has stepped down as Meta's president of global affairs, succeeded by Joel Kaplan due to changing political dynamics in the U.S.

Meta policy chief Nick Clegg steps down | TechCrunch

Nick Clegg is stepping down as President of Global Affairs at Meta, replaced by Republican Joel Kaplan, signaling a shift toward closer ties with conservatives.

Nick Clegg has sold almost $19m in Meta shares since joining Facebook in 2018

Nick Clegg's tenure at Meta resulted in substantial financial gains despite criticisms over his role during a politically tumultuous period in the UK.

Mark Zuckerberg preps for Trump 2.0 by boosting an in-house Republican

Meta is shifting from a European regulatory focus to aligning more closely with Republican interests under Joel Kaplan's leadership.

Nick Clegg leaves Meta ahead of Trump's return as US president

Sir Nick Clegg is resigning from Meta after nearly seven years, marking a significant leadership change amid evolving political tensions.

Nick Clegg, former UK deputy prime minister, leaves Meta

Nick Clegg is leaving Meta after six years, highlighting his pride in balancing innovation with transparency and accountability amidst societal pressures.

Nick Clegg steps down as Meta's top flack

Nick Clegg has stepped down as Meta's president of global affairs, succeeded by Joel Kaplan due to changing political dynamics in the U.S.

Meta policy chief Nick Clegg steps down | TechCrunch

Nick Clegg is stepping down as President of Global Affairs at Meta, replaced by Republican Joel Kaplan, signaling a shift toward closer ties with conservatives.

Nick Clegg has sold almost $19m in Meta shares since joining Facebook in 2018

Nick Clegg's tenure at Meta resulted in substantial financial gains despite criticisms over his role during a politically tumultuous period in the UK.
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#ai-technology

What Big Tech giants are planning for 2025 that we can't wait for

Big Tech companies like Meta and Apple will introduce innovative products and updates, including AI-infused hardware, in 2025.

Engadget Podcast: Gearing up for the AI and GPUs at CES 2025

CES 2025 will showcase significant advancements in AI technology, video cards, and satellite phones.

What Big Tech giants are planning for 2025 that we can't wait for

Big Tech companies like Meta and Apple will introduce innovative products and updates, including AI-infused hardware, in 2025.

Engadget Podcast: Gearing up for the AI and GPUs at CES 2025

CES 2025 will showcase significant advancements in AI technology, video cards, and satellite phones.
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Meta's Nick Clegg to step down as Republican Joel Kaplan takes top global policy job under Mark Zuckerberg

Meta's political shift with the appointment of Joel Kaplan signifies a deeper alignment between the tech giant and Republican interests.
#cybersecurity

Meta Fined $263 Million in Europe Over User Data Breach

Meta fined €251 million for a 2017 data breach affecting 29 million Facebook users, emphasizing the need for stronger data protection.

Facebook and Instagram Ads Push Gun Silencers Disguised as Car Parts

Drop-shipping schemes exploit online platforms to sell illegal products, posing risks to consumers and challenges for enforcement.
Meta struggles with consistent ad enforcement despite policies against illegal advertising.

Meta Fined $263 Million in Europe Over User Data Breach

Meta fined €251 million for a 2017 data breach affecting 29 million Facebook users, emphasizing the need for stronger data protection.

Facebook and Instagram Ads Push Gun Silencers Disguised as Car Parts

Drop-shipping schemes exploit online platforms to sell illegal products, posing risks to consumers and challenges for enforcement.
Meta struggles with consistent ad enforcement despite policies against illegal advertising.
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Meta Appoints New Public Policy Team to Align with Trump Administration

Silicon Valley offers unique insights and experiences in innovation and political discourse, emphasizing the transformative journey of individuals within the tech industry.

Meta Appoints Joel Kaplan to Lead Global Policy, Replacing Nick Clegg

Meta appointed Joel Kaplan as head of global policy to strengthen ties with the incoming Trump administration.
#user-engagement

Improving Threads' iOS Performance at Meta

App performance is critical for user engagement, demanding speed, battery efficiency, and reliability.
Meta engineers set specific metrics to track and improve Threads' performance.

Meta's Experimenting With 'Avatar Quests' as it Builds Towards the Metaverse

Meta aims to enhance avatar interactions to create a more immersive metaverse experience for users.

Improving Threads' iOS Performance at Meta

App performance is critical for user engagement, demanding speed, battery efficiency, and reliability.
Meta engineers set specific metrics to track and improve Threads' performance.

Meta's Experimenting With 'Avatar Quests' as it Builds Towards the Metaverse

Meta aims to enhance avatar interactions to create a more immersive metaverse experience for users.
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#facebook-photos

Why you may have received a direct deposit from Facebook

Meta has made direct payments to settle a class-action lawsuit regarding unauthorized use of Facebook photos in advertising.

Get one of those $36.29 direct deposits from Facebook? Here's what you should know | CBC News

Those who received a $36.29 payment from Meta can keep it, but need to meet certain eligibility criteria.

Why you may have received a direct deposit from Facebook

Meta has made direct payments to settle a class-action lawsuit regarding unauthorized use of Facebook photos in advertising.

Get one of those $36.29 direct deposits from Facebook? Here's what you should know | CBC News

Those who received a $36.29 payment from Meta can keep it, but need to meet certain eligibility criteria.
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Meta is working on a fix for a software update that bricked Quest headsets

Meta is working to resolve issues caused by a faulty update affecting Quest 2 and Quest 3 series headsets.

The future of open source will be messy

The dispute over the definition of 'open source' exemplifies a clash between traditional standards and evolving technology like AI.

Meta's latest update is a devastating blow to advertisers - what you need to know

Meta is limiting advertisers' targeting options by eliminating detailed targeting exclusions starting January 31, 2025, affecting campaign delivery.

How Meta Ported Million Lines of Android Code from Java to Kotlin

Meta engineers are translating their 10 million line Android codebase from Java to Kotlin for better productivity and safety.
The Kotlinator tool automates the migration process and addresses the limitations of existing translation tools.

Meta's Quest VR headset seemed to be a hot holiday gift

Meta's Horizon app topped the App Store on Christmas Day, indicating strong demand for Quest VR headsets alongside significant financial challenges for Reality Labs.

The best VR games I played in 2024, including Batman: Arkham Shadow, Vendetta Forever and a surprise PSVR 2 entry

2024 saw significant developments in VR gaming, with a mix of accessibility, high-quality content, and unique collaborations enhancing user experience.
#whatsapp

WhatsApp to drop support for older Android devices on January 1, 2025

Meta ends WhatsApp support for devices older than 10 years, effective January 1, 2025.
Users on older Android phones must backup data to avoid losing it after support ends.

Iran to lift ban on WhatsApp, Google Play, state media report

Iran is taking initial steps to ease internet restrictions by allowing access to WhatsApp and Google Play.

WhatsApp to drop support for older Android devices on January 1, 2025

Meta ends WhatsApp support for devices older than 10 years, effective January 1, 2025.
Users on older Android phones must backup data to avoid losing it after support ends.

Iran to lift ban on WhatsApp, Google Play, state media report

Iran is taking initial steps to ease internet restrictions by allowing access to WhatsApp and Google Play.
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Ray-Ban Meta Glasses May Soon Get Small Screens to Display Notifications

Ray-Ban Meta Glasses set to receive upgrades with small screens for notifications, expanding augmented reality capabilities and user interaction.
#instagram

Your Instagram videos will never be the same after these AI editing tools roll out

Instagram is introducing a generative AI video editing feature using Meta's Movie Gen AI, set to enhance user creativity and video customization.

Instagram teases AI tools for editing appearances, backgrounds in videos using prompts | TechCrunch

Instagram will introduce generative AI editing tools for creators to customize videos using text prompts, enhancing their creative capabilities.

Instagram DMs Scheduled Messages Is Now Available - Here's How to Time Your Chats

Instagram now allows users to schedule direct messages, enhancing communication and ensuring important messages are sent at the right time.

Instagram set to add Meta's Movie Gen AI generation video tool in 2025

Movie Gen will revolutionize video editing on Instagram with text-based prompts, simplifying the process for creators.

Your Instagram videos will never be the same after these AI editing tools roll out

Instagram is introducing a generative AI video editing feature using Meta's Movie Gen AI, set to enhance user creativity and video customization.

Instagram teases AI tools for editing appearances, backgrounds in videos using prompts | TechCrunch

Instagram will introduce generative AI editing tools for creators to customize videos using text prompts, enhancing their creative capabilities.

Instagram DMs Scheduled Messages Is Now Available - Here's How to Time Your Chats

Instagram now allows users to schedule direct messages, enhancing communication and ensuring important messages are sent at the right time.

Instagram set to add Meta's Movie Gen AI generation video tool in 2025

Movie Gen will revolutionize video editing on Instagram with text-based prompts, simplifying the process for creators.
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IFCN launches new Business Continuity Fund for fact-checkers facing challenges - Poynter

The IFCN has established a Business Continuity Fund to aid fact-checking organizations affected by disasters and unrest.

Instagram Previews Coming AI Video Elements

Meta is intensifying its use of AI in social media, particularly on Instagram.
New AI features will allow users to creatively edit videos with ease.

The scale of AI defies logic and yet it's still happening

AI projects are scaling dramatically, with xAI planning to expand its supercomputer to a million GPUs, posing challenges in cost and infrastructure.
#apple

Apple and Meta go to war over interoperability vs. privacy | TechCrunch

Apple and Meta are in conflict over interoperability and privacy under the EU's Digital Markets Act, highlighting concerns about user data security.

Apple and Meta argue over access to software tools

Apple is rejecting Meta's requests for access to its software tools due to privacy and security concerns, fearing compromised user data.

Apple and Meta are beefing over the DMA's mandated interoperability requests

Apple claims Meta's interoperability requests under the DMA could threaten user privacy and security.
Meta disputes Apple's privacy concerns, asserting they mask anticompetitive behavior.

Apple and Meta trade barbs over interoperability requests

Apple opposes the EU's Digital Markets Act interoperability measures, citing privacy risks posed by third-party access to iOS.

Apple and Meta go to war over interoperability vs. privacy | TechCrunch

Apple and Meta are in conflict over interoperability and privacy under the EU's Digital Markets Act, highlighting concerns about user data security.

Apple and Meta argue over access to software tools

Apple is rejecting Meta's requests for access to its software tools due to privacy and security concerns, fearing compromised user data.

Apple and Meta are beefing over the DMA's mandated interoperability requests

Apple claims Meta's interoperability requests under the DMA could threaten user privacy and security.
Meta disputes Apple's privacy concerns, asserting they mask anticompetitive behavior.

Apple and Meta trade barbs over interoperability requests

Apple opposes the EU's Digital Markets Act interoperability measures, citing privacy risks posed by third-party access to iOS.
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Instagram teases AI editing tools that will completely reimagine your videos

Instagram will introduce a generative AI editing feature allowing users to change their videos through simple text prompts.

Australian Facebook users in line for $50 million cash boost: 'Largest ever payment'

Australian Facebook users will receive payouts from a $50 million settlement related to the Cambridge Analytica scandal.
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