Meta's User Base Rebounds Despite Policy Changes as TikTok Faces Uncertainty
Meta experiences initial user exodus following controversial policy shifts but sees quick recovery partly due to TikTok's uncertain future in the US. Analytics show Facebook's brief decline reversed as users seek alternative platforms, with Instagram's Reels becoming a prime destination for content creators.
Meta's $60 Billion AI Push: Zuckerberg's Bold Vision for 2025
Mark Zuckerberg announces Meta's massive $60-65 billion investment in AI infrastructure, including plans for a gigantic data center and AI coding systems. The ambitious strategy aims to establish Meta AI as a leading assistant serving over 1 billion users while advancing American technology leadership.
Stanford Law Professor Cuts Ties with Meta Over Cultural Changes and Leadership Direction
A prominent Stanford professor has ended his professional relationship with Meta, citing concerns over the company's shift toward 'toxic masculinity' under Zuckerberg's leadership. The decision comes amid controversial changes at Meta, including reduced fact-checking and DEI initiatives.
Meta Plans Strategic Layoffs: Over 3,600 Workers Face Job Cuts in Performance-Based Restructuring
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announces plans to cut 5% of workforce through accelerated performance reviews, affecting approximately 3,600 employees. The move comes amid organizational changes as the company shifts focus toward AI initiatives while raising performance standards.
Zuckerberg Blasts Apple's Innovation Slump and App Store 'Monopoly'
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg criticizes Apple for stagnating innovation and restrictive App Store policies during Joe Rogan podcast appearance. He argues the tech giant is merely 'coasting' on iPhone's success while maintaining rules that hurt competition and Meta's profitability.
Zuckerberg Personally Approved Using Pirated Books for Meta AI Training, Lawsuit Claims
Court documents reveal Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg explicitly authorized the use of LibGen's pirated e-book database to train company's AI models, despite internal concerns. The ongoing copyright lawsuit alleges Meta deliberately obscured its use of unauthorized materials and employed torrenting to access the content.
Meta Abandons Fact-Checking Partners Amid Content Moderation Overhaul
Mark Zuckerberg announces major changes to Meta's content moderation approach, ending partnerships with fact-checking organizations while citing political bias concerns. The controversial move draws strong rebuttals from fact-checkers who defend their neutral stance and limited role in content decisions.
Meta Abandons Third-Party Fact-Checking in Controversial Move to User-Based System
Meta announces major shift from professional fact-checking to crowdsourced verification across its platforms, sparking concerns about misinformation spread. Critics and experts warn the decision could enable unchecked proliferation of false information and hate speech, particularly impacting marginalized communities.
Meta Plans to Populate Facebook and Instagram with AI-Generated Bot Accounts
Meta unveils controversial plans to integrate AI-generated accounts across its social platforms, complete with profiles and content-sharing capabilities. The initiative aims to attract younger users but faces criticism over potential misinformation risks and impact on authentic human interactions.
Threads Surges to 275 Million Monthly Active Users, Challenging Social Media Landscape
Meta's Threads platform reaches 275 million monthly active users, growing by 75 million in just three months. The rapid expansion positions Threads as a formidable alternative to X, while introducing new features and addressing moderation challenges.