Brazil Takes Legal Action Against Meta and TikTok: $525 Million Lawsuit Over Child Protection
Brazil sues Meta and TikTok for $525 million, alleging failure to protect minors on their platforms. The lawsuit demands improved safeguards and algorithm changes to ensure a safer online environment for young users.
Meta's Meal Voucher Misuse Leads to Employee Terminations
Meta fires over 30 employees for using meal vouchers to purchase non-food items like toothpaste and washing powder. The incident sparks debate about corporate culture and the consequences of bending company policies.
Instagram to Block DM Screenshots: A New Frontier in User Privacy
Instagram plans to prevent users from taking screenshots of direct messages, aiming to enhance privacy and safety. This bold move sparks debate about balancing user freedom with protection in digital communication.
Meta's Strategic Shift: Targeted Layoffs Across Key Platforms
Meta initiates focused layoffs affecting WhatsApp, Instagram, and Reality Labs, marking a departure from previous mass reductions. This strategic realignment impacts notable employees and signals a more nuanced approach to organizational management.
Meta's AI Training Sparks Privacy Concerns in Australia
Meta admits to using Australian users' public data for AI training without opt-out options, raising privacy concerns. Unlike European users protected by GDPR, Australians lack control over their data's use in AI development.
Meta Breaks Barriers: WhatsApp and Messenger to Integrate with Rival Platforms in EU
Meta unveils plans for cross-platform messaging in the EU, allowing WhatsApp and Messenger users to communicate with iMessage, Telegram, and more. This groundbreaking move responds to EU regulations and promises enhanced features for a seamless messaging experience.
Apple Dodges App Store Age Verification in Louisiana Child Safety Bill
Meta lobbied for Apple's App Store to be responsible for age verification in a Louisiana child safety bill, but Apple's aggressive efforts removed this provision. The legislative battle highlights the complex interplay between child safety, user privacy, and corporate interests in the digital age.