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Meta’s AI-powered Ray-Ban Glasses Are Coming to India: Here’s What They Can Do

24 Apr 2025

Meta is set to launch its AI-powered Ray-Ban smart glasses in India This was announced in a recent blog post These glasses let users interact with Meta AI, capture photos and videos hands-free, and more You are walking down the street, wearing a pair of Ray-Bans that don’t just block...

Meta Faces .4B Lawsuit Over Alleged Role in Ethiopia Violence

Meta Faces $2.4B Lawsuit Over Alleged Role in Ethiopia Violence

04 Apr 2025

Meta is being sued for $2.4bn (£1.8bn) by the owner of Facebook, alleging that it stoked violence in Ethiopia following a ruling by the Kenyan high court that a court case against the US tech company could proceed. Allegations Against Facebook's Algorithm The case filed by two Ethiopian citizens challenges...

Papua New Guinea Blocks Facebook, Citing Concerns Over Hate Speech

26 Mar 2025

Papua New Guinea has blocked Facebook, claiming it is a "test" to reduce hate speech, misinformation, and pornography. According to Police Minister Peter Tsiamalili Jr, the government is not restricting free speech but rather protecting citizens from harmful content. Critics Call It a Human Rights Violation However, opposition leaders and...

Facebook And Instagram To Get AI Makeover: Meta’s Plan To Tackle Shrinking User Base

02 Jan 2025

Meta, the tech company behind Facebook and Instagram, is facing strong criticism after revealing plans to introduce millions of AI-driven bots on its platforms. According to a report from the Financial Times, these bots are designed to mimic real user accounts, potentially inflating the platforms' user activity. Meta's vice president...

Georgian Woman Discovers Her Facebook Friend of 3 Years is Actually Her…

04 Dec 2024

An astonishing twist of fate, a Georgia woman recently discovered that her Facebook friend for three years was indeed her biological father. The discovery came in the course of an extended search for birth parents which started in 2016 after the death of the woman who raised her. The Discovery...

Can Australia’s Social Media Be Banned for Kids Under 16?

01 Dec 2024

Australia has passed a law that prohibits children under 16 from using social media platforms. This law targets major tech giants like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. If companies fail to stop minors from logging in, they could face fines up to A$49.5 million ($32 million). A trial phase will begin...

8 Month Old Sold On Facebook: Mother Sells Baby Online,’ I Was..’

19 Nov 2024

In a shocking incident from Mabopane, South Africa, a woman reportedly sold her eight-month-old son via Facebook Marketplace, citing severe financial hardship as her motivation. The mother, whose identity remains undisclosed, has since expressed deep remorse for her actions. The case has sparked widespread condemnation and discussions about societal pressures...

‘Children Under 16’: This Country To Ban On Social Media For Safety

07 Nov 2024

The Australian government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, has introduced a groundbreaking proposal to ban social media access for children under 16, as part of an expansive package of safety measures. The legislation, aimed at curbing the negative effects of social media on youth, is anticipated to become law...

Meta: Employee With Rs 3 Crore Salary Fired for Using Meal Credits To Buy Toothpaste

18 Oct 2024

Meta has dismissed 24 employees in Los Angeles after discovering they had been using company-issued meal credits for personal purchases, including household items like toothpaste, acne pads, and wine glasses, according to a report by Financial Times. The meal credits, intended for food deliveries to the office, were misused, prompting...

How One Indian Woman’s Tweet Helped A Driver Launch His Startup

30 Sep 2024

An Indian woman employed at Meta in San Francisco recently found herself involved in an inspiring entrepreneurial journey during an ordinary Uber ride. While traveling with a friend who had arranged the ride, she was taken aback to find a poster in the car requesting support for a startup. Uber...

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