Meta: News
WhatsApp bans AI assistants like ChatGPT from its platform
Meta-owned messaging platform, WhatsApp, has updated its business API policy to prohibit the use of general-purpose chatbots on its platform.
US judge blocks Pegasus maker from targeting WhatsApp users
A US judge has issued an injunction against Israeli spyware company NSO Group, prohibiting it from targeting WhatsApp users.
Facebook's new feature could use your photos to train AI
Meta has introduced a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool for Facebook, aimed at creating collages and editing photos.
Meta is making AI experiences safer for teens
Meta has announced a new set of parental control features for its platforms, including Instagram.
Meta nears $30B financing deal for Louisiana data center
Meta Platforms is close to finalizing a nearly $30 billion financing package for a new data center in rural Louisiana.
Meta to retire Messenger app for Windows and Mac
Meta has announced its decision to discontinue the standalone desktop apps of Messenger for Windows and Mac. The move will come into effect on December 15.
Meta brings smart TV experience to VR
Meta is adding a new app for its Quest VR headsets, called Horizon TV.
Meta to build $1.5B AI data center in Texas
Meta, the parent company of social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram, has announced plans to build a new gigawatt (GW)-sized data center in El Paso, Texas.
Apple loses its Siri strategist to Meta
In a major development, tech giant Meta has hired Ke Yang, who led Apple's AI models team.
Threads now lets you group chat with 50 people
Meta's rival to X, Threads, has launched a new feature: group chats.
Meta joins hands with Arm to boost AI infrastructure
Meta has announced a strategic partnership with semiconductor design company Arm, in a bid to enhance its artificial intelligence (AI) systems.
Meta Ray-Bans now support Hindi, Deepika Padukone's voice, UPI payments
Meta has announced a host of new AI-powered features for its Ray-Ban Meta glasses in India.
Instagram announces new measure to protect its teen users
Meta, the parent company of Instagram, has announced plans to introduce a modified version of the PG-13 movie rating system on its platform.
Anduril and Meta launch AI-powered MR helmet for soldiers
Anduril, the defense tech company founded by Oculus creator Palmer Luckey, has unveiled EagleEye, a cutting-edge mixed-reality (MR) system.
Facebook now lets you find job opportunities
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is reintroducing a feature that was once popular but later discontinued: job listings.
OpenAI is Apple's first real competitor, says ex-CEO John Sculley
Former Apple CEO John Sculley has said that OpenAI is the tech giant's first real competitor.
Why Meta's AI bias adviser is under fire
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has come under fire for appointing Robby Starbuck as an AI bias adviser.
Musk's xAI racing to develop 'world models': What are they?
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, xAI, is ramping up its efforts to develop "world models."
Thinking Machines Lab co-founder leaves to join Meta
Andrew Tulloch, the co-founder of AI start-up Thinking Machines Lab, has left the company to join Meta Platforms.
WhatsApp for iPhone gets Apple's new Liquid Glass look
WhatsApp is giving its iOS app a major facelift with Apple's Liquid Glass design language.
Facebook now shows you Reels based on your preferences
Meta has announced a major update to its Facebook algorithm, aimed at giving users more control over the Reels they see.
iOS: WhatsApp now translates messages for you in 21 languages
WhatsApp has rolled out a new update for iOS, version 25.28.74, bringing the highly-anticipated message translation feature.
SIM-swap to phishing: How hackers can steal your WhatsApp account
Despite its robust security features like end-to-end encryption, WhatsApp accounts can still be compromised.
Instagram introduces 'Ring' award to honor top creators globally
Instagram has announced a new awards program called the 'Ring,' aimed at honoring top creators on its platform.
Meta to build Asia-Pacific's largest subsea cable by 2028
Meta, the US tech giant, has announced its plan to launch the Asia-Pacific region's largest capacity subsea cable in 2028.
WhatsApp to let iOS users share status to Facebook, Instagram
WhatsApp has released a new beta update for iOS, version 25.28.10.72, through the TestFlight program.
Who is Rahul Patil, Indian-origin engineer now CTO of Anthropic
Anthropic, a leading AI research company, has appointed Rahul Patil as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Patil previously held technical leadership roles at Stripe.
Scammers using deepfake ads of US politicians on Meta apps
A recent report by the Tech Transparency Project (TTP) has revealed a disturbing trend of scammers using deepfake videos of US politicians on Meta's platforms.
Apple halts Vision Pro upgrade to develop Meta-like smart glasses
Apple has put a hold on the planned upgrade of its Vision Pro mixed-reality headset. The company is now focusing on developing smart glasses that could take on Meta in the market.
'We don't eavesdrop': Instagram head denies Meta listens to users
Adam Mosseri, the head of Instagram, has taken to his social media account to debunk the long-standing myth that Meta listens to its users' conversations through their phone's microphone.
Instagram app could open directly to Reels, fueling endless doomscrolling
Instagram is testing a major change to its app by making Reels the home tab.
Meta will use your private AI chats to serve ads
Meta has announced plans to use conversations with its AI chatbot for ad targeting.
OpenAI's TikTok-like app for AI-generated videos is coming soon
OpenAI is gearing up to launch a dedicated app for its video generation AI model, Sora 2.
Instagram tests 'Reels-first' app experience for select users in India
Instagram is testing a new 'Reels-first' experience for select users on its mobile app in India.
Meta tightens AI chatbot guidelines amid child safety concerns
Meta has tightened its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot guidelines.
WhatsApp is making it easier to share status updates
WhatsApp has released a new update for its Android app, version 2.25.27.18, which brings some exciting changes to the status update feature.
Meta is bringing its ad-free subscription model to UK
Meta is bringing its "pay or consent" advertising model to the UK, following months of negotiations with regulators.
EU approves Reliance-Meta's ₹855cr joint venture for generative AI
The European Union has approved the joint venture between Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) and Meta Platforms.
Meta may use Google Gemini to boost its ads business
Meta is in talks with Google Cloud to use its Gemini models, The Information reported.
'Teen accounts' on Facebook and Messenger now available globally
Meta has launched its "Teen accounts" feature for Facebook and Messenger users globally.
Meta launches Vibes as a TikTok-style feed of AI videos
Meta has launched a new feature called "Vibes," a dedicated feed within the Meta AI app and on meta.ai.
Meta's AI dating assistant finds matches using your prompts
Meta has announced the introduction of new artificial intelligence (AI) features into Facebook Dating, aimed at tackling "swipe fatigue."
US government approves Meta's LLaMA for official use
The US government has approved the use of Meta Platforms' artificial intelligence (AI) system, LLaMA.
Meta under fire for using schoolgirls' photos in targeted ads
Meta, the parent company of popular social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook, is facing backlash for allegedly using back-to-school photos of schoolgirls in targeted advertisements.
Why Meta's smart glasses demos failed
Meta's Chief Technology Officer, Andrew Bosworth, has clarified the reasons behind the failure of several demos of the company's new smart glasses technology at Meta Connect, its developer conference.
Risking billions on AI is worth the gamble: Zuckerberg
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has said he is willing to spend big on artificial intelligence (AI) research and development.
Meta's AI glasses now open to developer innovation
Meta has announced a new Wearable Device Access Toolkit, aimed at developers. The toolkit will allow apps to tap into the vision and audio capabilities of its smart glasses.
Meta launches Horizon TV, a one-stop streaming hub for Quest
Meta has announced a major upgrade for its Quest headsets, with the introduction of the Horizon TV hub.
Meta's new tech turns your real-world spaces into VR
Meta has unveiled a new feature called Hyperscape, which allows users to transform their real-world spaces into virtual ones using a Quest VR headset.
Metaverse gets upgraded with sharper graphics, new creator tools
Meta is giving a major facelift to its social platform, Horizon Worlds. The biggest upgrade comes in the form of a new game engine that promises better graphics.
Meta's Ray-Ban Gen 2 offer 8-hour battery, 3K video recording
Meta has unveiled the second generation of its Ray-Ban smart glasses, now dubbed the 'Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2.'
Meta's new glasses for athletes come with Garmin, Strava support
Meta has unveiled its latest Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses, specifically designed for athletes such as runners and cyclists.
Meta launches AI glasses with built-in display and on-wrist control
Meta has unveiled its new Ray-Ban Display smart glasses at the Meta Connect event.
WhatsApp introduces payments, in-app calling, and more for businesses
WhatsApp has launched a series of new features at its second annual Business Summit in Mumbai.
Ahead of launch, Meta leaks new AI glasses with display
Meta has inadvertently revealed its upcoming smart glasses with a display, ahead of the highly anticipated Meta Connect 2025 event on Wednesday.
Meta Connect 2025 on September 17: What to expect
Meta Connect, the tech giant's annual event centered on AR, VR, AI, and the metaverse, is just around the corner. This year promises major developments in smart glasses and artificial intelligence (AI).
WhatsApp to let you add verified Instagram links to profile
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature in its latest iOS update, version 25.25.10.72, via the TestFlight beta program.
Any user can now request Community Notes on Meta's apps
Meta has announced new features for its Community Notes fact-checking system, which is available on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads.
Meta and TikTok have won a legal battle against EU
Meta Platforms and ByteDance's TikTok have successfully challenged the European Commission in a case related to supervisory fees under the Digital Services Act (DSA).