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#privacy

Suicide Hotlines Promised Anonymity - So Why Was Sensitive Data Sent to Facebook? | HackerNoon

Mental health crisis websites are compromising visitor privacy by sending sensitive data to Facebook using Meta Pixel.

Mark Zuckerberg's criticism of Apple is the latest in a long-running rivalry

The feud between Zuckerberg and Cook centers around privacy and the different business models regarding user data.

Here Are 3 Quick Ways To Help Limit The Personal Data Facebook Shares About You

Concerns over data privacy on social media are heightened due to recent changes at Facebook.

Suicide Hotlines Promised Anonymity - So Why Was Sensitive Data Sent to Facebook? | HackerNoon

Mental health crisis websites are compromising visitor privacy by sending sensitive data to Facebook using Meta Pixel.

Mark Zuckerberg's criticism of Apple is the latest in a long-running rivalry

The feud between Zuckerberg and Cook centers around privacy and the different business models regarding user data.

Here Are 3 Quick Ways To Help Limit The Personal Data Facebook Shares About You

Concerns over data privacy on social media are heightened due to recent changes at Facebook.
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#disinformation

Russian Disinformation Campaigns Eluded Meta's Efforts to Block Them

A Russian organization linked to the Kremlin posted 8,000 political ads on Facebook despite international sanctions, raising concerns over platform compliance with laws.

Trump, Musk and Zuckerberg have declared war on facts and truth. The pushback must start now | Emily Bell

Zuckerberg's 2017 apology highlighted Facebook's public accountability, yet later shifts indicate a troubling alignment with misinformation and populist narratives.

Facebook Is a Platform In Chaos That Cares Only About Business

Zuckerberg's end of content moderation on Facebook aligns the platform with right-wing politics, reflecting a shift in its operational approach.

Mark Zuckerberg Turns His Back on the Media

Zuckerberg initially prioritized content moderation to combat disinformation but has reversed this stance, now advocating for user-driven fact-checking.

Meta Is Keeping Quiet This Election

Facebook's response to criticism post-2016 included launching initiatives to combat misinformation, though skepticism about their effectiveness remains.

Russian Disinformation Campaigns Eluded Meta's Efforts to Block Them

A Russian organization linked to the Kremlin posted 8,000 political ads on Facebook despite international sanctions, raising concerns over platform compliance with laws.

Trump, Musk and Zuckerberg have declared war on facts and truth. The pushback must start now | Emily Bell

Zuckerberg's 2017 apology highlighted Facebook's public accountability, yet later shifts indicate a troubling alignment with misinformation and populist narratives.

Facebook Is a Platform In Chaos That Cares Only About Business

Zuckerberg's end of content moderation on Facebook aligns the platform with right-wing politics, reflecting a shift in its operational approach.

Mark Zuckerberg Turns His Back on the Media

Zuckerberg initially prioritized content moderation to combat disinformation but has reversed this stance, now advocating for user-driven fact-checking.

Meta Is Keeping Quiet This Election

Facebook's response to criticism post-2016 included launching initiatives to combat misinformation, though skepticism about their effectiveness remains.
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Facebook Lawyer Ditches Client As Company Embraces Bigotry For Fun & Profit

Mark Lemley has severed ties with Facebook due to its controversial policies on ethnic superiority and hate speech.
#instagram

Instagram goes DOWN and Facebook users suffer issues

Instagram is facing a significant outage affecting many users across the US, particularly on the East Coast.
Facebook also has minor issues, but Instagram's outage has drawn more attention and user complaints.

Meta can't escape states' claims it hooked kids on platforms

Meta is being sued for allegedly contributing to a youth mental health crisis by encouraging addiction to its platforms.
The lawsuit involves claims regarding Facebook and Instagram's harmful effects despite evidence of their negative impact on mental health.

Instagram and Facebook go down worldwide

Global outage affecting Instagram and Facebook services since 7am ET, with significant impact on messaging features.

Facebook Switches to 'Views' As its Primary Metric

Meta transitions Facebook and Instagram metrics to focus on 'Views', enhancing clarity for creators and brands regarding performance measurement.

Facebook makes bold shift to 'views' as its primary metric

Facebook shifts to using 'views' as a primary content performance metric, aligning with Instagram to enhance simplicity for creators and marketers.

Meta cuts the price of its ad-free plan by 40 percent in a bid to sate EU regulators

Meta is revising its ad model in the EU to meet regulatory demands and lower subscription fees for users.

Instagram goes DOWN and Facebook users suffer issues

Instagram is facing a significant outage affecting many users across the US, particularly on the East Coast.
Facebook also has minor issues, but Instagram's outage has drawn more attention and user complaints.

Meta can't escape states' claims it hooked kids on platforms

Meta is being sued for allegedly contributing to a youth mental health crisis by encouraging addiction to its platforms.
The lawsuit involves claims regarding Facebook and Instagram's harmful effects despite evidence of their negative impact on mental health.

Instagram and Facebook go down worldwide

Global outage affecting Instagram and Facebook services since 7am ET, with significant impact on messaging features.

Facebook Switches to 'Views' As its Primary Metric

Meta transitions Facebook and Instagram metrics to focus on 'Views', enhancing clarity for creators and brands regarding performance measurement.

Facebook makes bold shift to 'views' as its primary metric

Facebook shifts to using 'views' as a primary content performance metric, aligning with Instagram to enhance simplicity for creators and marketers.

Meta cuts the price of its ad-free plan by 40 percent in a bid to sate EU regulators

Meta is revising its ad model in the EU to meet regulatory demands and lower subscription fees for users.
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How Facebook Weeds Out Cannabis Content

Business leaders have compromised their integrity by supporting Trump, a shift exemplified by Zuckerberg's actions that prioritize political allegiance over responsible content moderation.
#meta

Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp affected by global Meta outage

Meta experienced a global outage affecting Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, with over 100,000 user complaints reported. They are working to resolve the issue promptly.

Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp are all down right now: Here's what we know

Meta is experiencing a large-scale service outage on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, affecting thousands of users across the U.S.

Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp down in mass Meta outage

Meta's platforms faced a global outage affecting users of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
Over 22,000 people reported difficulties accessing Meta's apps worldwide.

Are Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp all down? Meta companies experience serious issues.

Meta platforms experienced significant outages simultaneously, affecting millions of users.
Issues were reported on Down Detector around 1 p.m. EST but seemed to resolve quickly.

Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp are down in major Meta outage

Meta's primary applications are experiencing major outages affecting over 150,000 users across WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram.

Watch Out, Google: Meta Is Reportedly Working On An AI-powered Search Engine

Meta is developing its own AI-driven search engine to reduce dependence on Google and Microsoft.

Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp affected by global Meta outage

Meta experienced a global outage affecting Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, with over 100,000 user complaints reported. They are working to resolve the issue promptly.

Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp are all down right now: Here's what we know

Meta is experiencing a large-scale service outage on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, affecting thousands of users across the U.S.

Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp down in mass Meta outage

Meta's platforms faced a global outage affecting users of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
Over 22,000 people reported difficulties accessing Meta's apps worldwide.

Are Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp all down? Meta companies experience serious issues.

Meta platforms experienced significant outages simultaneously, affecting millions of users.
Issues were reported on Down Detector around 1 p.m. EST but seemed to resolve quickly.

Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp are down in major Meta outage

Meta's primary applications are experiencing major outages affecting over 150,000 users across WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram.

Watch Out, Google: Meta Is Reportedly Working On An AI-powered Search Engine

Meta is developing its own AI-driven search engine to reduce dependence on Google and Microsoft.
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Fact-Checking Is A Good Thing!' CNN's Jim Acosta Praises Biden For Slamming Shameful' Zuckerberg Move

Biden condemned Zuckerberg's choice to end fact-checking as shameful, emphasizing the importance of facts in media and society.
#content-moderation

Facebook Is Censoring 404 Media Stories About Facebook's Censorship

Facebook continues to allow explicit pornographic ads despite clear violations of its own policies, revealing a troubling approach to content moderation.

Brand Safety Takes a Massive Hit as Meta Embraces Right-Wing Influences

Meta changes content moderation to appeal to conservative views without fear of mass advertiser boycotts due to their unmatched ad performance.

More than 140 Kenya Facebook moderators sue after diagnoses of severe PTSD

Content moderators at Facebook have faced severe mental health issues due to exposure to graphic online content, including PTSD and anxiety disorders.

PTSD, depression and anxiety: why former Facebook moderators in Kenya are taking legal action

Moderators for Facebook endure severe psychological trauma from viewing graphic content, resulting in PTSD and distressing behaviors.

Advertisers Might Not Like Meta's Free Speech' Overhaul, but Does It Matter?

Zuckerberg's political pivot seems disingenuous, prioritizing expedience over principles in response to external pressures and past controversies.

Facebook Is Censoring 404 Media Stories About Facebook's Censorship

Facebook continues to allow explicit pornographic ads despite clear violations of its own policies, revealing a troubling approach to content moderation.

Brand Safety Takes a Massive Hit as Meta Embraces Right-Wing Influences

Meta changes content moderation to appeal to conservative views without fear of mass advertiser boycotts due to their unmatched ad performance.

More than 140 Kenya Facebook moderators sue after diagnoses of severe PTSD

Content moderators at Facebook have faced severe mental health issues due to exposure to graphic online content, including PTSD and anxiety disorders.

PTSD, depression and anxiety: why former Facebook moderators in Kenya are taking legal action

Moderators for Facebook endure severe psychological trauma from viewing graphic content, resulting in PTSD and distressing behaviors.

Advertisers Might Not Like Meta's Free Speech' Overhaul, but Does It Matter?

Zuckerberg's political pivot seems disingenuous, prioritizing expedience over principles in response to external pressures and past controversies.
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#social-media

Revealed: Deceptive political ads thrived on Facebook in run-up to 2024 election

Deceptive political ads on Facebook exploited user trust, leading to scams and compromised information.

Facebook Tests Prominent Affiliate Links on Reels, Videos, Photos, and Text Posts for Creators - Lindsey Gamble

Facebook is enhancing the prominence of affiliate links on creators' content to boost their earning potential and compete more effectively with TikTok.

Facebook Announces New Monetization Program for Creators - Lindsey Gamble

Facebook simplifies creator monetization with a new program consolidating various payment structures into one performance-based model.
The rollout of the Content Monetization Beta aims to enhance earning opportunities for creators on the platform.

Buy nothing groups got me back on Facebook, but Zuckerberg is about to make me quit again

Millennials are disenchanted with Facebook but continue to log in for group interactions, particularly in communities like 'Buy Nothing'.

Can Facebook win back Gen Z?

Facebook's usership among U.S. teens has drastically declined, prompting attempts to recapture Gen Z with redesigns focused on popular features.

Facebook's new views metric has little impact on social strategy, publishers say

Facebook's shift to 'views' as the main performance metric emphasizes visibility over driving traffic, mirroring a similar trend on Instagram.

Revealed: Deceptive political ads thrived on Facebook in run-up to 2024 election

Deceptive political ads on Facebook exploited user trust, leading to scams and compromised information.

Facebook Tests Prominent Affiliate Links on Reels, Videos, Photos, and Text Posts for Creators - Lindsey Gamble

Facebook is enhancing the prominence of affiliate links on creators' content to boost their earning potential and compete more effectively with TikTok.

Facebook Announces New Monetization Program for Creators - Lindsey Gamble

Facebook simplifies creator monetization with a new program consolidating various payment structures into one performance-based model.
The rollout of the Content Monetization Beta aims to enhance earning opportunities for creators on the platform.

Buy nothing groups got me back on Facebook, but Zuckerberg is about to make me quit again

Millennials are disenchanted with Facebook but continue to log in for group interactions, particularly in communities like 'Buy Nothing'.

Can Facebook win back Gen Z?

Facebook's usership among U.S. teens has drastically declined, prompting attempts to recapture Gen Z with redesigns focused on popular features.

Facebook's new views metric has little impact on social strategy, publishers say

Facebook's shift to 'views' as the main performance metric emphasizes visibility over driving traffic, mirroring a similar trend on Instagram.
moresocial-media

Do you feel hopeless about humanity? Look for the good things and build a bridge towards them

A Facebook group dedicated to identifying toxic plants and fungi provides a hopeful and supportive online community for pet owners.

Pulling Through Facebook posts based on if they contain questions or requests?

It is challenging to filter Facebook posts for specific types such as questions or requests using existing plugins.
#data-breach

Meta fined for 2018 breach that exposed 30M accounts

Meta fined €251 million for a 2018 data breach affecting 30 million users, revealing severe flaws in data protection practices.

Supreme Court Denies Facebook's Appeal to Halt Cambridge Analytica Lawsuit From Jilted Investors

The Supreme Court allows investors to proceed with a lawsuit against Facebook over the Cambridge Analytica data breach.

Germany: Compensation for Facebook data breach victims DW 11/18/2024

Millions of German Facebook users are eligible for compensation due to a significant data breach without needing to prove specific damages.

Meta fined for 2018 breach that exposed 30M accounts

Meta fined €251 million for a 2018 data breach affecting 30 million users, revealing severe flaws in data protection practices.

Supreme Court Denies Facebook's Appeal to Halt Cambridge Analytica Lawsuit From Jilted Investors

The Supreme Court allows investors to proceed with a lawsuit against Facebook over the Cambridge Analytica data breach.

Germany: Compensation for Facebook data breach victims DW 11/18/2024

Millions of German Facebook users are eligible for compensation due to a significant data breach without needing to prove specific damages.
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#social-media-trends

New Report Provides Insight into Teen Social Media Use

Teen usage of Facebook has drastically decreased from 71% in 2014-15 to 32% today, indicating a significant shift in social media preferences.
YouTube and TikTok are now the leading platforms among teens, with 73% and 60% daily usage respectively.

Facebook Rolls Out a Youth-Focused Refresh

Facebook's usage growth is largely attributed to AI-enhanced content recommendations, increasing user engagement.

New Report Provides Insight into Teen Social Media Use

Teen usage of Facebook has drastically decreased from 71% in 2014-15 to 32% today, indicating a significant shift in social media preferences.
YouTube and TikTok are now the leading platforms among teens, with 73% and 60% daily usage respectively.

Facebook Rolls Out a Youth-Focused Refresh

Facebook's usage growth is largely attributed to AI-enhanced content recommendations, increasing user engagement.
moresocial-media-trends

CAFC Delivers Win for Meta in Precedential Decision

The CAFC affirmed non-infringement rulings for Facebook, emphasizing the need for authenticated evidence in patent litigation.

How to Get Started With Facebook Instant Articles

Facebook Instant Articles enables all publishers to create fast-loading, engaging content for mobile audiences.

VPN Company Cyberghost Says We Infringed Its Copyright In An Advertisement We Ran For Them A Decade Ago

CyberGhost issued a copyright claim against an old promotional post they authorized nearly a decade ago, raising questions about their motivations.
#cybersecurity

Hackers are using Facebook ads to spread fake Chrome password managers

Facebook ads are increasingly used by hackers to spread malware and conduct phishing attacks.
Users should remain vigilant and skeptical about ads claiming to offer legitimate software updates.

Malvertising Campaign Hijacks Facebook Accounts to Spread SYS01stealer Malware

The SYS01stealer malware campaign exploits Meta's platform using hijacked Facebook accounts to facilitate a widespread malvertising scheme.

Hackers are using Facebook ads to spread fake Chrome password managers

Facebook ads are increasingly used by hackers to spread malware and conduct phishing attacks.
Users should remain vigilant and skeptical about ads claiming to offer legitimate software updates.

Malvertising Campaign Hijacks Facebook Accounts to Spread SYS01stealer Malware

The SYS01stealer malware campaign exploits Meta's platform using hijacked Facebook accounts to facilitate a widespread malvertising scheme.
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Facebook asks US supreme court to dismiss fraud suit over Cambridge Analytica scandal

The US Supreme Court is considering Facebook's appeal against a securities fraud lawsuit by shareholders over data misuse disclosures.

Former Facebook lobbyist joins UK comms regulator

A former Facebook executive joins Ofcom's board, raising concerns about regulatory impartiality given his previous lobbying role.
#deceptive-advertising

Exploiting Meta's Weaknesses, Deceptive Political Ads Thrived on Facebook and Instagram in Run-Up to Election

Deceptive political ads proliferate on Facebook, misleading users and causing harm despite Meta's enforcement efforts.

Exploiting Meta's weaknesses, deceptive political ads thrived on Facebook & Instagram in run-up to election

A network hijacked Adam Klotz's Facebook page to run deceptive ads featuring AI-generated voices of Trump and Biden, misleading users into sharing personal information.

Exploiting Meta's Weaknesses, Deceptive Political Ads Thrived on Facebook and Instagram in Run-Up to Election

Deceptive political ads proliferate on Facebook, misleading users and causing harm despite Meta's enforcement efforts.

Exploiting Meta's weaknesses, deceptive political ads thrived on Facebook & Instagram in run-up to election

A network hijacked Adam Klotz's Facebook page to run deceptive ads featuring AI-generated voices of Trump and Biden, misleading users into sharing personal information.
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Facebook Is Auto-Generating Militia Group Pages as Extremists Continue to Organize in Plain Sight

Anti-government militias are utilizing Facebook for recruitment and coordination ahead of the election, while Meta fails to effectively moderate extremist content.

The Ideal Facebook Cover Photo Size and How To Make Yours Stand Out (+ 11 Ideas and Examples)

Your Facebook cover photo must be sized correctly for the best display.
Using video for cover photos can enhance engagement.
JPG is ideal for loading speed, while PNG offers better quality for graphics.

Facebook Unveils New Features for Young Adults: Local Tab, Explore, Full-Screen Video, Messenger Communities, and More - Lindsey Gamble

Facebook is prioritizing features that enhance local content discovery and social connectivity among youth.
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