Mark Zuckerberg has cut 25,000 jobs at Meta since 2022. Here’s what that says about his leadership Zuckerberg has swung from empathetic apologies to ruthless efficiency when it comes to layoffs. Fortune · Mar 27
US Homebuyers Can Now Pledge Crypto Assets for a Fannie Mae-Backed Mortgage Fannie Mae has approved the first crypto-backed mortgage in partnership with Better and Coinbase. Discover how the 530A-compatible infrastructure allows homebuyers to pledge Bitcoin or USDC as collateral for a down payment. Learn the risks and rewards of the new 2026 digital asset mortgage. International Business Times UK · Mar 27
Two verdicts in two days: How American courts are rewriting the rules for Big Tech and children Within 48 hours, the legal landscape governing social media and children shifted in ways that will take years to fully understand and verify. The Conversation · Mar 26
California woman who spent 16 hours a day online as a child wins lawsuit forcing Meta and YouTube to pay millions over addictive design Zuckerberg’s testimony apparently did not “sit well” with the jury. We Got This Covered · Mar 26
Is Mark Zuckerberg Using AI to Replace Himself as CEO? New Agent Paints Grim Picture for Workers as Job Cuts Loom. Meta: As Meta plans potential 20% workforce cuts, its CEO tests an AI assistant that could eliminate “layers of people” from organizational structure. Barchart · Mar 26
Meta unveils new SMB platform looking to boost entrepreneurs 'in the prosperity created by superintelligence' Meta's new end-to-end platform will target SMBs, not major enterprises, with all the tools they need to run a business. TechRadar · Mar 26
Jury Rules Google and Meta's 'Addiction Machines' Ruined Teen's Life in Landmark Trial A Los Angeles jury has ruled against Google and Meta, finding their social media platforms harmful to a young woman's childhood. This landmark decision could set a precedent for future cases. International Business Times UK · Mar 26
Mark Cuban Would Build a Highly Profitable Company, Reward Employees Generously if His Tax Rate Fell to Zero Mark Cuban argues that a zero tax rate would allow him to build a 'stinkingly profitable' company where every worker is an owner. Explore his track record of creating 300 millionaires in the Broadcast.com sale and his 2026 proposal to bridge wealth inequality through mandatory equity for all employees. International Business Times UK · Mar 26
Trump names Huang, Ellison, Dell Zuckerberg and more on new White House council to help 'the Golden Age of Innovation' PCAST will reportedly help advise the President on 'strengthening American leadership in science and technology'. TechRadar · Mar 26
The verdict against Meta and YouTube is a victory for children – and the US justice system In a court of law, tech titans will be judged not for who they are, but what they do. We should take comfort in that The Guardian - US · Mar 26
Trump appoints Nvidia's Jensen Huang, AMD's Lisa Su, Meta's Mark Zuckerberg, and more to science and technology advisory committee Comprised of 'distinguished individuals and representatives from sectors outside of the Federal Government appointed by the President.' PC Gamer · Mar 26
Meta and YouTube made addictive products that harmed young people, US jury finds in landmark trial The jury agreed with the 20-year-old plaintiff, who testified at trial that she became addicted to social media as a child and that this addiction exacerbated her mental health struggles. Euronews · Mar 26
Internet Divided Over Meta-Google Verdict for Teen Depression: 'Why Blame Social Media For Bad Parenting?' A California jury has found Meta and Google negligent in a case involving a young user's mental health, sparking a debate on tech companies' responsibility. International Business Times UK · Mar 26
Meta Fires 700 Employees While Executives Could Pocket $921M—What's Really Happening? Meta lays off 700 employees while top executives could earn $921M in stock, highlighting the company's AI shift and executive rewards. International Business Times UK · Mar 26
The Conversation · Mar 25 Meta and Google just lost a landmark social media addiction case. A tech law expert explains the fallout Social media platforms Instagram and YouTube have a design defect which means they are addictive, a jury in the United States has ruled.
Reason · Mar 25 A Lawsuit Settlement Highlights Trump's Hypocrisy on Government Meddling With Social Media Despite its rejection of the Biden administration's interference, the Trump administration is still asserting authority over online speech.
Tom’s Guide · Mar 25 Meta and YouTube aren't the only ones who should be worried after landmark social media addiction ruling Blockbuster social media addiction trial ends with YouTube and Meta declared negligent.
TechRadar · Mar 25 Meta has a new boss to help 'encourage' its workers to use more AI Meta wants all 78,000 of its workers to use AI at work, despite rumors of huge potential layoffs.
The Independent UK · Mar 25 How I cured my phone addiction and got four hours of my life back every day FIRST PERSON: As Meta is ordered to pay out millions for endangering children on its addictive social media platforms, Victoria Richards realised she was as addicted to screentime as her kids – so she took drastic action
International Business Times UK · Mar 25 Meta Fined £310 Million: Jury Finds It Misled Users On Child Safety, Enabling Child Exploitation A New Mexico jury fines Meta £310 million for misleading users about safety and allowing harm to children on its platforms.
The Guardian - US · Mar 24 Meta ordered to pay $375m after being found liable in child exploitation case New Mexico hails ‘historic’ win after jury finds firm misled consumers over safety and enabled harm against users
PC Gamer · Mar 24 Mark Zuckerberg is building an AI co-CEO as part of his continuing mission to free himself from the burden of human interaction Just me, myself, and my elaborate playground of AI agents.
The Independent UK · Mar 24 One jury nearly deadlocked, another deliberating: How trials in two states could reshape the future of social media Jurors in California and New Mexico are weighing up whether social media companies should be liable for harms caused to children using their platforms
The Guardian - US · Mar 24 Divide between Silicon Valley and ordinary people grows ever larger Big tech believes the future is AI while everyday Americans remain wary; and the dangers of riding in a Tesla Cybertruck
Euronews · Mar 24 Mark Zuckerberg is building an AI bot to help run Meta and remain competitive in AI The Meta CEO is reportedly building an artificial intelligence agent to assist with his tasks, as part of a wider push to adopt AI in the company’s day-to-day workflow.