Meta: News
Why Meta has taken legal action against NSO Group
Meta has filed a contempt filing against Israeli spyware firm NSO Group for violating a permanent injunction that prohibits it from targeting WhatsApp and its users.
Meta AI now generates clickbait articles for users
Meta's standalone AI app has a "For You" section that generates clickbait-style news stories for users.
Meta explores stock sale to help fund growing AI ambitions
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is considering a major stock sale to raise funds for its artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives.
Instagram Reels: Most popular content categories among Indian users
A recent study commissioned by Meta has revealed the most popular content categories among Indian users of Instagram Reels.
Did Meta secretly add facial recognition to its AI glasses?
Meta has embedded a facial-recognition system into its Meta AI app for smart glasses, according to an investigation by WIRED.
Why Meta is building data center in tents
Meta is re-thinking its data center strategy by building facilities in tents, or "rapid deployment structures," as the company calls them.
Meta's future AI models to focus on consumer health
Meta Platforms Inc.'s Chief AI Officer, Alexandr Wang, has revealed that the company's future artificial intelligence (AI) models will focus on consumer health.
Meta launches AI assistant for Facebook creators
Meta has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) creator assistant on Facebook.
Instagram warns users after hackers exploit chatbot to access accounts
Instagram is warning users whose accounts may have been compromised during a recent hacking campaign.
Meta appoints former Epic Games executive to lead metaverse projects
Meta's Reality Labs, the division responsible for its metaverse products, has seen a major leadership change.
Meta delays launch of Muse Spark AI model for developers
Meta has postponed the release of its latest Muse Spark AI model API for developers.
Meta's AI business agent now available globally on WhatsApp
Meta has launched its AI-powered Business Agent globally on WhatsApp. The move comes after nearly two years of testing in countries like India and Mexico.
Meta tests new feature that groups reels into a series
Meta is testing a new feature called "Series" for Reels on Instagram and Facebook. The move is aimed at helping creators organize episodic content and making it easier for users to follow ongoing video stories.
Meta eases employee keystroke, mouse-tracking program after backlash
Meta has announced changes to its employee mouse movement and keystroke tracking initiative, following a wave of internal criticism.
AI creates 13 new jobs at this software company
While many tech companies are letting employees go, a Silicon Valley software firm is doing the opposite.
How hackers used Meta AI flaw to hijack Instagram accounts
Several Instagram users have reported losing access to their accounts after hackers exploited a vulnerability in Meta's AI-powered support assistant.
China's new rules for overseas investments: How it affects you
China has introduced new regulations to tighten its grip on overseas investments involving Chinese investors, technology, data, and national security.
Apple plans to disrupt glasses the way it changed smartwatches
Apple is gearing up to take on the entire eyewear industry, not just Meta, with its upcoming smart glasses.
Meta to launch AI pendant, business smart glasses
Meta Platforms is gearing up to test an artificial intelligence (AI) pendant in the coming year, according to The Information.
Meta rolls out stricter anti-scam tools ahead of FIFA 2026
Meta has announced new measures to protect fans and players from scams during the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Amazon scraps AI leaderboard to prevent unhealthy competition among employees
Amazon has decided to retire its internal artificial intelligence (AI) leaderboard, a system that rated employees based on their use of AI tools, according to Financial Times.
Meta to lay off 1,400 employees in Washington
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is all set to lay off nearly 1,400 employees across Washington state.
Meta tests AI subscriptions, launches paid plans for Facebook, Instagram
Meta has announced the global launch of its consumer subscription plans for Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
Ex-Meta employee reveals she chose to be laid off
Julie Bone, a former Meta employee, has revealed that she voluntarily chose to be part of the tech giant's latest round of layoffs.
Microsoft, Uber find AI tools more expensive than expected
Microsoft has decided to discontinue most of its direct Claude Code licenses and shift its engineering team toward GitHub Copilot CLI.
Ex-Meta employee accuses company of racial bias in layoffs
A former Meta employee, Jeremy Bernier, has accused the tech giant of racial discrimination in its layoff process.
Snap's AR glasses likely to launch later this year
Snap, the parent company of Snapchat, is gearing up to launch its highly-anticipated "Spectacles" augmented reality (AR) glasses later this year.
Cockroach Janta Party founder's Instagram account hacked
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has alleged that his personal Instagram account was hacked. The party's backup Instagram account was also briefly taken down before being restored hours later.
Is Meta building its own version of Reddit?
Meta has quietly launched a new app called Forum. The app was discovered by Geekout Newsletter's Matt Navarra in the App Store.
Meta settles lawsuit over social media addiction in children
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has settled a major lawsuit with the Breathitt County School District in Kentucky.
TikTok, YouTube 'not safe enough' for kids: UK regulator
The UK's communications regulator, Ofcom, has flagged TikTok and YouTube as platforms that are "not safe enough" for children.
350 jobs at risk in Ireland as Meta plans layoffs
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has announced plans to cut about 10% of its workforce.
Publishers win $19.5M judgment in piracy lawsuit against shadow library
A coalition of 13 major publishers has won a massive $19.5 million judgment against the controversial shadow library, Anna's Archive.
WhatsApp offering access to rival AI chatbots in Europe
Meta Platforms has proposed a plan to provide rival artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots, including those from OpenAI, with free access to its messaging service, WhatsApp, in Europe.
Norwegian journalist claims social media accounts suspended after questioning Modi
Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng has claimed that her Instagram and Facebook accounts were suspended after she questioned Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a joint press conference with Norwegian PM Jonas Gahr Store in Oslo.
Meta begins laying off 8,000 employees
Meta Platforms has started laying off around 8,000 employees worldwide as part of a restructuring process.
Meta moves 7,000 employees to AI roles ahead of layoffs
Meta is gearing up for a major layoff round tomorrow, May 20. The tech giant is expected to cut around 8,000 jobs or about 10% of its global workforce.
Why Steven Soderbergh used AI in the John Lennon documentary
Acclaimed Hollywood director SteveSteven Soderberghn Soderbergh has employed artificial intelligence (AI) to create visual representations of philosophical discussions in his documentary, John Lennon: The Last Interview.
Mutual funds' tech allocation at 8-year low: What's the reason
Mutual funds have slashed their investment in the technology sector to an eight-year low of 6.7% in April 2026, a report by Motilal Oswal Financial Services has shown.
YouTube, TikTok, Snap settle social media addiction case
YouTube, TikTok, and Snap have settled a case related to social media addiction.