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Social media should be treated like cigarettes, says surgeon general
The U.S. surgeon general is calling on Congress to implement a tobacco-style warning label on social media platforms.
WhatsApp used to be one of my favorite apps. Now, I can’t stand it
After starting out as a hub of meaningful conversations, WhatsApp has now devolved into a digital billboard filled with spam messages and unnecessary features.
Facebook’s rebrand isn’t quite as drastic as Twitter’s
Facebook owner Meta has unveiled a new logo and some other design changes for the social network, though the new look is much like the old one.
Meta is reportedly working on a GPT-4 rival, and it could have dire consequences
AI and Facebook are two of today’s most scandal-prone topics, but they’re reportedly combining to make what could be the most powerful AI in the world.
Meta is building a space-age ‘universal language translator’
Meta has just announced it is building an AI translation tool that can convert over 100 languages in a variety of different ways. Will it beat the competition?
Why I gave up selling tech on Facebook Marketplace
A nightmarish week of trying to sell a MacBook and a gaming PC convinced me that Facebook Marketplace isn't worth your time for tech.
Facebook might get chatbots — and that could be a problem
A new report claims Facebook will soon get chatbots with personalities, but concerns have been raised over the implications for privacy and misinformation.
Meta’s Facebook just reached another major milestone
Meta has revealed that for the first time, Facebook has more than 3 billion users – more than half of the global population that has the ability to access it.
Facebook vows to restrict news access in Canada
Facebook owner Meta will restrict news access in Canada after lawmakers passed legislation designed to force it to pay news outlets for hosting their content.
How to get your share of Facebook’s $750M settlement
Meta (formerly Facebook) might owe users between 2007 and 2022 money due to privacy infringement.
Meta already verified me to influence elections — so why do I have to pay for a checkmark?
If you have to prove who you are and where you live to run political advertising on Facebook and Instagram, paying for a blue checkmark makes even less sense.
Instagram used to be one of my favorite apps — now I can’t stand it
Instagram used to be one of my favorite apps on my phone. But as the years have gone on, I'm getting to the point where I can't stand it.
If you can’t stand ads on Instagram, you’re going to hate this update
Instagram is already something of a nightmare when it comes to wading through advertisements, so, Meta decided to make it worse.
Meta is planning a fresh round of job cuts, report claims
Following 11,000 layoffs in November, Meta is reportedly planning to embark on another round of cuts that could see thousands of additional positions go.
Trump allowed to return to Facebook and Instagram
Donald Trump has been allowed by Meta to start posting again on Facebook and Instagram as he eyes a return to the White House.
Are your Instagram comments not showing up? You’re not alone
Comments aren't showing up for some Instagram users. Here's everything we know about the issue and if it's going to be fixed.
You’ll soon be able to use WhatsApp on more than one phone
WhatsApp is preparing to add a much-requested feature with multidevice support and companion mode.
Instagram to soon let creators make NFTs and sell them to fans
Meta has announced a number of new features for creators on its social media platforms, including one that lets creators make and sell NFTs on Instagram.
Instagram and Facebook down? You’re not alone
Having trouble using Instagram and Facebook this morning? You're not alone. As of October 27, it looks like both sites are having issues.
This new malware is targeting Facebook accounts – make sure yours is safe
Ducktail malware started as a threat to only Facebook Business accounts, but now everyone is in danger. Here's what you need to know to protect your account.
What is a Facebook Pixel? Meta’s tracking tool, explained
Thinking about getting a Facebook Pixel? In this guide, we'll go over what it is and whether or not it's worth it.
Meta found over 400 mobile apps ‘designed to steal’ Facebook logins
Meta has published a report detailing its discovery of over 400 mobile apps that were created to steal Facebook users' login information.
Facebook’s new controls offer more customization of your Feed
Facebook is working on new Feed customization options, but it still plans to keep recommending posts to you.