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Founded by Mark Zuckerberg, fellow Harvard students and his college roommates on February 4th, 2004, Facebook has now grown to 1.94 billion monthly active users as of March 2017. Facebook is the most popular social media site worldwide and also owns other popular social media sites such as Instagram, Whatsapp and Messenger. This multi-billion dollar company has its headquarters in Menlo, California, USA.
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.
Pakistan tapping phones, using firewalls to spy on citizens: Amnesty
Pakistan is spying on its citizens using a phone-tapping system and a Chinese-built internet firewall, according to a report by Amnesty International.
Nepal protests against alleged social media ban turn deadly
Nepal is witnessing intense protests led by Gen Z against an alleged social media ban and corruption.
Nepal protests: Indian government issues travel advisory for its citizens
The Indian government has issued a travel advisory for its citizens in Nepal, amid violent protests that have left at least 19 dead and 400 injured.
Why Nepal banned social media; was there more to protests?
Nepal has been rocked by massive protests after the government banned 26 social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Nepal lifts social media ban after 19 killed in protests
Nepal has lifted its controversial ban on social media platforms, a decision that comes after widespread protests and clashes with police.
Nepal home minister resigns after Gen-Z protests leave 19 dead
Nepal's Home Minister Ramesh Lal Lekhak has resigned after violent protests in Kathmandu over a government ban on major social media platforms turned deadly, claiming 19 lives and leaving over 345 injured.
Massive protests erupt in Nepal after social media platforms blocked
Nepal has been rocked by massive protests after the government ordered internet service providers to block access to popular social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X.
How 'nepo kids' lifestyles triggered Gen Z protests in Nepal
Before a massive crowd, mostly Gen-Z protestors, took to Kathmandu streets to protest against corruption and the government's social media ban, a social media trend, "Nepo Kid," was trending.
British student jailed for life in Dubai for carrying drugs
A 23-year-old British law student, Mia O'Brien, has been sentenced to life in prison in Dubai after being convicted of drug possession.
Massive GenZ protest in Nepal over social-media ban; 16 killed
A massive protest led by Generation Z has erupted in Kathmandu, Nepal, against corruption and the government's recent social media platform ban.
Remember Facebook's Poke? It's back with Snap-style streaks
Facebook has revived its classic "Poke" feature, a digital nudge that was once the hallmark of the platform.
Why Nepal just blocked Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, other social platforms
Nepal has ordered internet service providers to block access to major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X.
Mark Zuckerberg sues Meta… and it's not who you think
Mark Zuckerberg, a bankruptcy attorney from Indiana, is suing Meta over repeated confusion with CEO Mark Zuckerberg.
Instagram's new feature helps college students connect with classmates
Instagram has launched a new feature specifically designed for college students in the US.
Perplexity Comet's flaw exposes how dangerous agentic AI can be
A new research has revealed a major security flaw in Perplexity's Comet, an AI-driven "agentic" web browser.
Meta could soon flood your feed with Midjourney AI images
Meta, the tech giant led by CEO Mark Zuckerberg, has announced a partnership with Midjourney, an AI start-up.
Meta's AI can now dub your Instagram reels
Meta has announced the global rollout of an AI-powered voice translation feature for Facebook and Instagram users.
Study at college? TikTok now helps you connect with classmates
TikTok has launched a new feature, Campus Verification, aimed at helping college students connect with their classmates.
Meta under scrutiny as Brazil flags sexually explicit AI bots
Brazil's government has demanded that Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, remove its generative artificial intelligence (AI) bots that can imitate children and engage in sexually explicit conversations.
Why Meta's AI chatbots are now under fire
Meta, the tech giant led by Mark Zuckerberg, is facing backlash over its sexualized AI chatbots.
Facebook down for thousands of users globally
Facebook is currently facing a major outage, affecting thousands of users globally.
Digital rights for deceased crucial to stop AI cloning: Expert
As generative AI technology advances, concerns are growing over its potential to recreate and revive a person's digital presence after death.
Anthropic revokes OpenAI's access to Claude amid GPT‑5 benchmarking row
Anthropic has cut off OpenAI's access to its Claude API, a move that comes after the former accused the latter of violating its terms of service.
Jesse Eisenberg declined 'The Social Network' sequel? What we know
Jesse Eisenberg, who played Facebook co-founder Mark Zuckerberg in David Fincher's Oscar-winning 2010 film The Social Network, has reportedly declined to reprise his role in the upcoming sequel.
'Succession' actor Jeremy Strong to play Mark Zuckerberg?
Succession star Jeremy Strong is reportedly being considered for the role of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg in The Social Network Part II, reported Variety.
'The Social Network' sequel eyeing Mikey Madison, Jeremy Allen White
Aaron Sorkin is reportedly eyeing two rising stars, Mikey Madison and Jeremy Allen White, for the lead roles in The Social Network Part II.
Delhi CA ends life at Airbnb by inhaling helium gas
A 25-year-old Chartered Accountant, Dheeraj Kansal, allegedly died by suicide at an Airbnb near Bengali Market in Delhi.
Australia just banned YouTube for children under 16: Here's why
Australia has added YouTube to its world-first ban on social media for teenagers.
What 'The Social Network' got right about our tech future
Though The Social Network is a movie about Facebook's creation, it gives us a glimpse of what the future holds in terms of technology.
Astronomer CEO's wife drops his surname after viral Coldplay video
Megan Kerrigan, the wife of Andy Byron, the CEO of tech company Astronomer, has dropped her husband's surname from her Facebook profile.
Mark Zuckerberg and Meta shareholders settle $8B Facebook privacy lawsuit
Mark Zuckerberg and other current and former executives of Meta Platforms have settled an $8 billion lawsuit.
Harassed over dowry, Kerala woman kills infant daughter, then self
A 32-year-old woman from Kerala, Vipanchika Mani, allegedly died by suicide on July 8 after killing her one-and-a-half-year-old daughter, Vybhavi, in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
10 million Facebook accounts just vanished: Here's why
Meta has taken a major step in its battle against "spammy content" on Facebook.
Schools closed, internet suspended in Haryana's Nuh; what to know
The Haryana government has suspended internet and bulk SMS services in Nuh district as part of security measures for the Brij Mandal Jalabhishek Yatra, which had witnessed violent clashes two years ago.
German court rules Meta's web tracking tools breach GDPR
A German court has ordered Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, to pay €5,000 to a user.
Unable to afford daughter's insulin, indebted businessman shoots self Live
A 36-year-old real estate businessman in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, shot himself with a 12-bore gun belonging to his office's security guard.
Swiggy Instamart can now deliver JioPhone in just 10 minutes
Swiggy's Instamart has teamed up with Reliance Jio to offer 10-minute delivery of Jio mobile phones across 95 Indian cities.
Military leaders in shock as Zuckerberg crashes classified Oval meeting
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg reportedly crashed a highly classified Oval Office meeting on the new F-47 fighter jets earlier this year.
Attention! Facebook is now training AI on your unshared photos
Facebook is testing a new feature that uses Meta AI to suggest edits for photos in your camera roll, even those not yet shared on the platform.
'The Social Network' sequel is finally happening: What to expect
Aaron Sorkin, the Oscar-winning screenwriter of The Social Network (2010), is set to write and direct a follow-up titled The Social Network Part II, reported Deadline.
Meta blames glitch as thousands of Facebook Groups get suspended
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is facing backlash after a technical glitch led to the mass suspension of thousands of user-created groups around the world.
16B passwords leaked online; Apple, Facebook, and Google users affected
A massive data breach has exposed a staggering 16 billion login credentials, including passwords.
Facebook now lets you log in with just your fingerprint
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has announced the introduction of passkeys for its iOS and Android users.
All your videos on Facebook are now Reels
Facebook is rebranding its "video" tab to "Reels," a move that will see all videos on the platform categorized as Reels, regardless of their length or format.
You will now see ads on WhatsApp
WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform owned by Meta, has announced its plan to introduce advertisements on the Status screen.
Who is Arun Srinivas, Meta India's new chief?
Meta has appointed Arun Srinivas as the new Managing Director (MD) and Head for the company's business in India. He will take over from July 1, 2025.
Meta AI now lets you edit videos using text prompts
Meta has announced the addition of video editing capabilities to its Meta AI chatbot app and meta.ai website.
Woman refuses to do porn; tortured by man, his mother
A 23-year-old woman was allegedly confined in a flat for six months and tortured by a man and his mother in West Bengal's Howrah district.
Eminem's music publisher sues Meta for $109M over copyright infringement
Eight Mile Style, the music publishing company that manages Eminem's early catalog, is suing Meta Platforms for over $109 million.
Zuckerberg plans monetization as Meta AI crosses 1B monthly users
Meta's artificial intelligence (AI) assistant has hit a major milestone with over one billion monthly active users across Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger.
How to use Airtel's AI-powered fraud detection tool on WhatsApp
To tackle the increasing menace of spam on messaging platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram, Airtel has launched an advanced fraud detection system in India.
YouTuber, student, security guard among 11 'Pakistani spies' arrested
In a major crackdown on an alleged espionage network linked to Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Indian authorities have arrested at least 11 people from four states.
How to manage Facebook app cache on Android
Managing the cache of the Facebook app on your Android device can enhance its performance and free up some storage space.
How to pin favorite posts on Facebook profile
Facebook now allows users to pin their favorite posts on their profiles, making key updates or moments stand out like never before.
How to set up a Facebook group on Android
Creating a Facebook group on an Android device isn't that difficult, provided you follow the right steps.
How to optimize Facebook group notifications on Android
Managing Facebook group notifications on Android can get pretty annoying, particularly when you're a part of several groups.
4 steps to join a Facebook group on Android devices
Joining groups on Facebook can enrich your social media experience by connecting you with like-minded people.
5 tips to enhance your Facebook experience on Android
With the right guidance, navigating Facebook on Android can be a seamless experience.
How to manage Facebook event notifications
Managing Facebook event notifications on the Android app can be a task for many.
New Zealand PM proposes social media ban for under-16s
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has suggested a law banning children under 16 from using social media platforms.
Want to customize your Facebook notifications? Follow these 5 steps
Managing notifications on Facebook's Android app can help improve your experience on the platform.
5 tips to ensure faster browsing on your Facebook app
Optimizing your Facebook settings can make a world of difference in terms of your browsing experience.
How to quickly delete old posts on Facebook
Managing your digital footprint is important and deleting old posts on Facebook could help you streamline your online presence.
These Facebook features could change how you use the app
Facebook, the most popular social media platform, has some amazing hidden features on its Android app.
How to manage Facebook Memories feature on Android
Managing Facebook Memories on an Android device can be pretty easy, provided you know what you're doing.
How to archive Facebook messages on Android
Archiving Facebook messages on Android can prove handy in organizing conversations without having to delete them permanently.
SC issues notice to Centre, Netflix, X over explicit content
The Supreme Court of India has sent a notice to the central government and several Over-The-Top (OTT) and social media platforms over the streaming of obscene content.
Karnataka: Railways' exam rule asks candidates to remove mangalsutra, janivara
A controversy has broken out in Karnataka over a rule for the entrance exam for the Railway Department for Nursing Superintendents.
19 arrested for comments on Pahalgam terror attack
In a major crackdown, police in Assam, Tripura and Meghalaya have arrested 19 people for their statements on the recent Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26, including a Navy officer and an Intelligence Bureau officer.
How to create personalized avatar on Facebook app for Android
Creating a personalized avatar on Facebook through an Android device can be an interesting and fun way to express yourself.
Why Meta has been fined $220M in Nigeria
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and WhatsApp, has lost its appeal against a $220 million fine imposed by Nigeria.
Facebook's new crackdown cleans your feed of AI spam
Facebook has announced a new strategy to fight spammy content on its platform by reducing the reach of accounts sharing such material.
How to temporarily deactivate your Facebook account on Android
Deactivating a Facebook account from the Android app is a simple process that lets you take a break from social media without permanently deleting your profile.