Meta isn’t keeping underage users off Facebook, Instagram
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Meta convinced a federal court to quash a lawsuit challenging its termination of six Instagram accounts run by self-proclaimed misogynist Andrew Tate and his brother, Tristan.
The European Commission is inching closer to fining Meta for violating the Digital Services Act based on the preliminary findings of an EU investigation, The Financial Times reports. According to the Commission,
Meta Platforms raised its annual capital spending forecast on Wednesday, signaling plans to pour billions more into artificial intelligence infrastructure even as it confronts potential losses from a global youth backlash against social media.
Even as Meta continues make money hand over fist, the tech giant is set to make a large round of layoffs to optimize operations — and as it continues to plow billions into AI projects. Meta, the parent of Facebook,
Your Meta Account makes it easy to sign into the apps and devices you use to connect with the people and communities that matter to you. One password, zero hassle: You can optionally set up a single password to log into your apps and devices so you no longer have to remember multiple passwords.
Instants is a new app from Instagram that launched in Italy and Spain. Meta didn't share plans for when or if it'll arrive in the US.
Instagram has begun testing Instants, a standalone app for disappearing, unedited photo and video sharing, in select markets like Spain and Italy. The move mirrors Snapchat’s core features while targeting more private, low-pressure interactions.
Meta Platforms Inc. is laying off some 8,000 employees, about 10 percent of its staff, as it seeks to shift resources to other areas like its aggressive artificial intelligence investments.