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Concern raised at EU finding on ‘addictive’ Facebook and Instagram features

Meta said that the early findings do not recognise the steps that the company has already taken.

The Independent UK

This summer's hottest IPOs are minting a new class of ultra-high-net-worth 'IPO Bros'—and family offices are changing how they approach them

A hot IPO summer means family offices are learning how to navigate newly minuted UHNW "IPO Bros" who have that entrepreneurial spirit.

Fortune

Big tech platforms will have to ban scam ads under UK plans to tackle fraud

Range of potential measures announced by Ofcom include reducing risk of accounts being hijacked for scams

The Guardian - UK

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Fact check: ‘Fictional’ story on MP’s social media and Labour majorities

Round-up of fact checks from the last few days compiled by Full Fact.

Evening Standard

EU Says Meta Broke Digital Rules Over Instagram and Facebook Features. It Could Face Penalties

Meta has been found in preliminary breach of the European Union's Digital Services Act (DSA) after regulators concluded that several design features on Instagram and Facebook encourage excessive use and fail to adequately protect children and vulnerable users.

International Business Times

Devious phishing campaign hijacks a genuine Meta business feature to send scam emails — as they really do come from Meta's own address

Meta has put a stop to this attack, after adding additional safeguards.

TechRadar

Don’t fall for the online ads peddling you fake air conditioners ‘developed by NASA engineers’ — UK advertising regulator shares how you can spot and report them

Scam adverts are trying to sell you fake air conditioners and air coolers, but this is how you can spot them.

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Meta Could Face Billions in Fines as EU Cracks Down on 'Addictive' Facebook and Instagram Features

The European Union (EU) has accused Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META) of violating its digital laws due to the ‘addictive’ designs of its Instagram and Facebook platforms.

Benzinga

From AI to greenlash: How is climate disinformation evolving?

Experts say climate disinformation is evolving to increasingly focus on picking apart green policies. In the background, other developments include a surge in AI-generated content of natural disasters.

Euronews

Remove addictive features or pay fine: EU tells Meta to fix Instagram, Facebook

The European Commission has charged Meta Platforms with breaching EU digital law. Instagram and Facebook features are accused of keeping users hooked and addicted. Regulators demand changes or face significant fines for the company. Meta rejects the allegations, citing improved teen protections and parental controls. The company will continue engaging…

The Times of India

EU tells Meta to change Facebook, Instagram's 'addictive design'

The European Union has warned Meta to alter Facebook and Instagram's addictive design features. Brussels accuses the tech giant of failing to limit risks to users, especially children. Changes could include disabling features like infinite scroll and autoplay by default. Meta disagrees with the findings but will engage constructively with…

The Economic Times

Church of England forced to defend World Cup ‘hand of God’ prayer

The prayer was widely mocked online

The Independent UK

EU demands Facebook and Instagram dismantle design features it calls addictive for users

The European Union is accusing Meta of breaching social media laws by designing Facebook and Instagram to be addictive

The Independent UK

Facebook and Instagram must stop ‘addictive’ features like infinite scroll, EU tells Meta

Meta, the parent company of the popular social media platforms Facebook and Instagram, must change the design features that make them addictive to users, the European Union said Friday. It also threatened to slap the US tech giant with steep fines if it does not abide by the new directive.

France 24

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Euronews

EU demands Facebook and Instagram dismantle 'addictive' design features

The European Commission has taken aim at infinite scroll and autoplay on Instagram and Facebook, finding that Meta failed to adequately mitigate the risks its platforms pose to users' mental health, including children.

The Guardian - UK

EU accuses Meta of failing to tackle mental health risks of ‘addictive design’

Regulators say Facebook and Instagram features such as autoplay and infinite scroll contribute to ‘compulsive use’

International Business Times UK

Who Is Jacob Tobey's Girlfriend, Kasserine Taylor? Spurs Announcer Axed Over Alleged Affair with Loren Waters

San Antonio Spurs announcer Jacob Tobey was dismissed following allegations of an affair with Loren Waters, revealed through Instagram Stories allegedly posted by his ex-girlfriend, Kasserine Taylor.

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This TikToker May Have Discovered When We’re Getting Our Fourth Wing Cast Announcement

And of course it would be on that day, TBH.

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Latin Times

After ICE Killed Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, Facebook Became a Battleground: What Hundreds of Comments Reveal

We analyzed nearly 700 Facebook comments on the ICE shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo — and found a debate that isn't as evenly split as it looks.

International Business Times UK

Instagram's New AI Image Feature Uses Public Photos Without Consent: Here's How To Opt Out Now

Meta's new AI tool on Instagram allows public image manipulation without consent, sparking privacy concerns. Users can disable the feature, but the process is complex and not user-friendly.

International Business Times UK

Who Is Valli Geiger? Former Mayor Tapped as Potential Replacement for Embattled Senate Candidate Platner

Valli Geiger gains attention in Maine's Senate race after Graham Platner suspends his campaign. Her political and healthcare experience positions her as a strong contender among Democrats.

TechRadar

I read Careless People, the Meta tell-all — and it made me want the chapter Sarah Wynn-Williams couldn’t write

Reading Careless People helped me understand how Facebook’s internal culture may have allowed Mark Zuckerberg’s strange metaverse obsession to become Meta’s defining idea.

The Guardian - US

Trump’s consumer protection head has earned grudging respect – but does he have the authority to do his job?

Chris Mufarrige has taken aim at Facebook scams and junk fees, but consumer advocates say he has an uphill climb

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Perfect Husband, Pierce Brosnan, Gracefully Shuts Down Trolls Who Fat-Shame His Wife Of 23 Years

No amount of hate and trolling will leave James Bond shaken. Or even stirred. Especially when it comes to the love of his life. 007 star Pierce Brosnan had some words for cruel people online who thought his wife's body was an acceptable topic for discussion. But being the gentleman…

International Business Times UK

'Storage Wars' Alum Darrell Sheets Cited Facebook Cyberbullying in Suicide Note: Report

Police reports reveal that 'Storage Wars' star Darrell Sheets' suicide was linked to Facebook bullying, highlighting the impact of online harassment. Friends and family remember him fondly.

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