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TechnologyEtisalat UAE Launches Meta Smart Glasses to Expand Wearable Tech Offerings
Etisalat UAE is expanding its wearable technology offerings by launching Meta's AI-powered smart glasses, aiming to enhance user interaction with technology. The company is also investing in digital infrastructure and 6G advancements.
TechnologyInstagram Embraces Long-Form Video, Reversing Stance to Offer Creators More Storytelling Space
Instagram is introducing long-form video content, a departure from its previous focus on short-form videos. The new "Features" section will allow creators to upload videos up to 90 minutes long, with previews available in Reels.
MiscellaneousMeta Faces $25 Billion Penalty in New Mexico Over Cambridge Analytica Data Scandal
A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta to pay $25 billion in a lawsuit related to the Cambridge Analytica scandal, finding the company misled users about privacy practices. Meta plans to appeal the ruling, citing concerns about its ability to operate in the state.
EconomyMeta Fined $25 Billion by New Mexico for Deceptive Data Privacy Practices
A New Mexico judge has ordered Meta Platforms to pay $25 billion after finding the company intentionally misled consumers about data privacy. The verdict, described as one of the largest state verdicts against a company in U.S. history, stems from Meta's handling of user data and misinformation on its platforms.
MiscellaneousMeta Faces Australian Class Action Lawsuit Alleging Harm to Children Through Addictive Social Media Design
Meta is facing a class action lawsuit in Australia, filed by MinterEllison, alleging that addictive design features on Facebook and Instagram have harmed children and teenagers. The lawsuit seeks compensation for users who claim exposure to harmful content or addiction.
MiscellaneousMeta Hit with Record $25 Billion Fine in New Mexico Over Facebook Privacy Deception
A U.S. judge has ordered Meta to pay New Mexico $25 billion, the largest fine ever imposed by a single state against a company, for misleading Facebook users about privacy violations. The verdict, which Meta plans to appeal, stems from over 43 million violations of the state's consumer protection laws.
PoliticsBrazil's Election Heats Up: Social Media Under Scrutiny Amidst Allegations of Bias
Brazil's presidential election is increasingly focused on social media, with Meta platforms facing accusations of bias and regulatory non-compliance. Concerns are rising over the influence of online campaigning and the spread of misinformation.
PoliticsMeta's Oversight Board Slams Content Moderation Failures Amidst 'No Kings' Protests and Brazilian Election Concerns
Meta's Oversight Board has criticized the company's content moderation failures, which led to the removal of 'No Kings' activist accounts and content related to the Brazilian elections. The board cited overenforcement and underenforcement issues during politically sensitive times.
PoliticsMeta's Oversight Board Slams Content Moderation Failures Amidst 'No Kings' Protests and Brazilian Election Concerns
Meta's Oversight Board has criticized the company's content moderation failures, which led to the removal of 'No Kings' activist accounts and content related to the Brazilian elections. The board cited overenforcement and underenforcement issues, urging Meta to improve transparency and protect political speech.
PoliticsMeta Internal Reports Suggest Lula's Accounts Faced Restrictions During Brazil Election
Meta internal communications suggest that Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's Instagram accounts faced restrictions during the election, while his challenger's profile was promoted. A Brazilian court has ordered Meta to ensure equal treatment for both candidates.
TechnologyMeta's High-Stakes Gamble: Betting the Future on Wearable AI and VR
Meta is heavily investing in wearable technology, including new VR glasses and camera-free audio glasses, as part of its strategy to lead the future of computing and AI. Despite past challenges and privacy concerns, the company believes these devices, integrated with AI agents, will drive consumer adoption.
TechnologyWhy Social Media Bans Alone Won't Protect Children Online, Experts Warn
Experts warn that simply banning young children from social media is insufficient for online safety without comprehensive education, parental involvement, and stricter platform regulations.
TechnologyApple to Enhance Mac Privacy Controls Against AI Agents Following Meta Muse Concerns
Apple is introducing stricter privacy controls on Mac computers to counter potential risks from AI agents, following user complaints regarding Meta Platforms' Muse.
TechnologyFacebook Found Liable and TikTok Settles for $100M Over User Safety and Privacy Violations
Facebook was found liable by a jury in New Mexico for consumer protection violations related to the Cambridge Analytica scandal, while TikTok agreed to a $100m settlement with Alabama over youth safety concerns.
TechnologyMeta Unveils Camera-Free Ray-Ban Meta Audio Glasses to Tackle Privacy Concerns
Meta has introduced the camera-free Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses at the Meta Connect 2026 conference, aiming to address growing privacy concerns surrounding smart eyewear.
TechnologyTurn the Cameras Off: London Leads the Backlash Against Smart Glasses
Venues and patrons in London are increasingly pushing back against smart glasses due to mounting privacy and consent concerns. The backlash highlights tensions as tech companies race to expand the wearable device market.
TechnologyMeta Unveils Muse: A New Personal AI Agent Designed to Streamline Everyday Tasks
Meta has introduced Muse, a new personal AI agent designed to help users manage tasks and goals across their apps while maintaining privacy controls.
TechnologyAustralia Introduces Landmark 'Opt-Out' Legislation to Target Big Tech Algorithms
Australia is set to introduce new legislation requiring social media platforms to give users the option to disable recommended algorithms. The move aims to combat online harm and hold Big Tech accountable.
TechnologyUNICEF Reports 20 Million Children Annually Face Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
A new UNICEF report reveals that roughly 20 million children across 21 countries face online sexual abuse and exploitation annually, with social media facilitating over half of these cases.
TechnologyMeta Agrees to $18 Billion Settlement Over Youth Mental Health Concerns
Meta has agreed to an $18 billion multistate settlement involving sweeping platform changes aimed at protecting teenage users, though critics argue the financial penalties do not go far enough.
TechnologyMeta Reaches Landmark $18 Billion Settlement Over Child Safety and Addictive Platform Design
Meta has agreed to a landmark $18bn settlement with US states, forcing Instagram and Facebook to introduce safety features such as time limits and night curfews for teenage users.
TechnologyGrieving Parents Question Meta's $18bn Settlement as High-Stakes Trial Ends Before Zuckerberg Testimony
Parents who lost children to social media harms have questioned Meta's $18bn settlement, arguing it prevents key evidence from coming to light and fails to fully address algorithmic dangers.
TechnologyMeta Agrees to Massive Settlement and Platform Overhauls in US Youth Addiction Lawsuit
Meta Platforms has agreed to pay up to $16.68bn and implement stricter safety measures for minors on Facebook and Instagram to settle a major US youth addiction lawsuit.
TechnologyMeta Reaches Massive $17 Billion Settlement in Major Child-Safety Lawsuit
Meta has agreed to a landmark $17 billion settlement in a major child-safety case, according to recent developments.