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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.
Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp may soon charge users for premium features
Meta has announced plans to test premium subscription models across its popular platforms: Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp.
French MPs approve bill banning social media for under-15s
France's National Assembly has backed a bill to ban children under the age of 15 from using social media.
149M passwords leaked! Check if your online accounts are safe
A massive exposure of over 149 million unique usernames and passwords, including those of Instagram, Gmail, and OnlyFans accounts, was discovered.
AI 'bot swarms' could be used to sway voters
A group of leading artificial intelligence (AI) and misinformation experts have warned that political leaders could soon use swarms of human-like AI agents to manipulate public opinion.
Andhra weighs Australia-style social media ban for kids under 16
The Andhra Pradesh government is considering a ban on social media for children under 16, similar to Australia's recent legislation.
Meta to roll out ads on Threads globally
Meta has announced its plan to introduce advertisements on Threads, its popular social media platform, for all users worldwide.
X lags behind Threads in daily mobile users
Meta's social media platform, Threads, has overtaken Elon Musk's X in terms of daily active users on mobile devices.
Meta blocks 500,000+ accounts under Australia's under-16 social media ban
Meta has deactivated over half a million accounts across Facebook, Instagram, and Threads.
Meta urges Australia to rethink its under-16 social media ban
Meta, the tech giant led by billionaire Mark Zuckerberg, has called on the Australian government to reconsider its world-first ban on social media accounts for users under 16.
Forget names often? How to politely address this awkwardness
Forgetting someone's name can be an awkward situation, especially when you meet them in a professional setting.
Chinese ships withdraw after drills; Taiwan still on high alert
Taiwan is still on high alert on Wednesday after China conducted large-scale military drills around the island.
Facebook accused of hosting pro-ISIS posts celebrating attacks on Jews
Facebook has been accused of hosting terrorist propaganda that celebrates the murder of Jews and praises the Islamic State (IS).
Bangladesh: 71 blasphemy attacks target Hindus in 6 months
A report by the Human Rights Congress for Bangladesh Minorities (HRCBM) has revealed that at least 71 incidents of violence against Hindu minorities were recorded in Bangladesh between June and December 2025.
'You're killing me': 30 Bangladeshi journalists rescued from burning office
The death of Sharif Osman Hadi, a 32-year-old youth leader in Bangladesh, has sparked violent protests in Dhaka.
Why Facebook's new link-sharing test has news publishers worried
Facebook is testing a new feature that would charge users for sharing web links.
You can't use Facebook Messenger's desktop app anymore
Meta has officially killed the Facebook Messenger desktop app for Mac and Windows. The company is now redirecting users to its main website and Messenger.com for messaging.
Facebook's latest update makes it easier to connect with friends
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has announced a major revamp of its flagship app.
2 Odisha villages clash after headless body found; internet suspended
Violent clashes between two villages in Malkangiri district, Odisha, have led to a 24-hour internet shutdown. The district administration had also imposed prohibitory orders in the two villages.
EU users can choose to see less personalized Facebook ads
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has announced a major change for its users in the European Union.
Meta removes under-16 users ahead of Australia's social media ban
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has started removing Australian children under the age of 16 from its platforms.
Facebook introduces nicknames for groups, mimicking Reddit's style
Facebook has introduced a new feature called "group nicknames," letting users post without using their real names.
US senators demand probe into scam ads on Facebook, Instagram
US Senators Josh Hawley and Richard Blumenthal have urged the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to investigate Meta Platforms.
Alibaba's AI app Qwen hits 10M downloads in a week
Alibaba Group's newly revamped artificial intelligence (AI) app, Qwen, has crossed the milestone of 10 million downloads within a week of its launch.
Why Meta is deactivating Instagram, Facebook accounts of Australian teens
Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, has announced plans to comply with Australia's new social media ban by deactivating accounts of users aged between 13 and 15.
Judge rules Meta isn't monopolistic, preventing breakup of Instagram, WhatsApp
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has won a major antitrust case in the United States.
Creators can now track stolen reels across Facebook and Instagram
Meta has launched a new feature for content creators on Facebook.
Read these books recommended by Mark Zuckerberg
Mark Zuckerberg, the co-founder of Facebook, has always emphasized the importance of reading.
How to stop spam calls on your phone
Spam calls can be a major nuisance, disrupting your day and invading your privacy.
Facebook is removing 'Like' button, but there's a catch
Meta has said that it will retire the iconic Facebook Like and Comment buttons from external websites starting February 10, 2026.
Nothing addresses bloatware issue, allows removal of pre‑installed Meta apps
Nothing, the smartphone company known for its minimalistic approach, is giving customers more control over their devices.
Bengali actor roasted for sending women identical 'saree' DMs
"BTW, you look good in saree."
You can now make your private Facebook groups public
Meta has announced a major update for Facebook Groups, allowing admins to convert their private groups into public ones without compromising the privacy of existing members.
Reliance, Meta partner to launch enterprise AI services in India
Reliance Industries has announced the incorporation of a new company, Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Limited (REIL), in partnership with Facebook's Indian arm.
EU displeased with Meta, this time over content reporting laws
The European Commission has accused Meta's social media platforms, Facebook and Instagram, of violating EU law.
WhatsApp will now stop you from sharing screen during calls
Meta has announced new features in its messaging apps, WhatsApp and Messenger, to protect users from online scams.
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 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.
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.
Denmark to ban social media for children under 15
Denmark is set to become the latest country to impose a ban on social media for children under the age of 15.
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.
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.
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.
'The Social Network' sequel: Cast, plot, release date
Sony Pictures has announced the official title and release date for Aaron Sorkin's sequel to The Social Network.
'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.