The Latest Breaking News from Meta

From tobacco to Tesla, how the subvertising has held up a mirror to some of the biggest brands

Anti-advertising can have an impact, and brands need to be aware of it.

Creative Bloq · Aug 2

Inside the dark market stealing real identities online

When an AI clone hijacked creator Paige Davis's likeness, her fight to take it down exposed Big Tech's systemic failure to protect everyday users.

Tom’s Guide · Aug 2

Meta removes Instagram prank videos shot with smart glasses

Meta has taken down Instagram videos recorded using smart glasses, targeting prank content that captures people without their consent and harasses strangers in public. Several accounts have already been banned.

Bangkok Post · Aug 2

Here Is Why Newsmax's Meta Partnership Could Accelerate the Path to Profitability for NMAX Stock.

Newsmax partnered with Meta to access its archived content library, estimated at $25 billion annually.

Barchart · Aug 1

SK Hynix, Meta, Apple, and More: 5 Stocks Investors Couldn't Stop Buzzing About this Week

Retail investors talked up five hot stocks during the week (July 27 to July 31) on X and Reddit’s r/WallStreetBets, driven by retail hype, earnings, AI infrastructure momentum, and corporate news flow.

Benzinga · Aug 1

FTC Alleges a Telehealth Company Sent Users' Health Conditions to Ad Platforms After Promising Discretion

The FTC sued Hims and Hers over alleged sharing of sensitive health data with ad platforms. What the complaint alleges and how to check your own accounts.

Medical Daily · Aug 1

LinkedIn adds a 'seems like AI slop’ button after blocking billions of automated comment attempts in the last few months

“AI slop is a top priority for all of us,” said LinkedIn chief product officer Hari Srinivasan in a post.

Fortune · Jul 31

Apple Plans To Launch An AI-Powered Siri. But Some People Might Have To Pay For It.

As Apple prepares to launch an AI-powered Siri sometime this fall, the company also is considering whether it should charge for access for people who use it a lot.

International Business Times · Jul 31

Big tech spends more than $1 trillion on AI infrastructure — additional $745 billion expected to be added to the figure in 2026 alone

Amazon, Google, Meta, and Microsoft have collectively spent more than $1 trillion on AI investments since the rush started in 2023. However, the big four are planning to spend more on AI CAPEX, with billions more planned for this year, even as their "hidden debt" balloons to over $1.65 trillion.

Tom’s Hardware · Jul 31

The Biggest Concern Hanging Over CoreWeave Stock Has Finally Eased

CoreWeave’s partnership with Leidos opens the door to long-term U.S. government AI contracts, easing concerns about customer concentration.

Barchart · Jul 31