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Jeremy Strong reveals the email he sent Mark Zuckerberg before playing him in Social Network sequel

‘The Social Reckoning’ will see Strong take over the role of the Meta CEO from Jesse Eisenberg

The Independent UK

AI Agents Are Getting Better at Hacking. Cybersecurity Could Be the Next Spending Boom.

A series of recent incidents has intensified concerns about what happens when autonomous AI systems escape controlled testing environments and gain access to real-world computer networks.

International Business Times

Meta Deactivates Over 756,000 Suspected Under-16 Accounts in Australia as Regulators Weigh Enforcement—‘Meeting Our Obligations Under the Law’

Facebook and Instagram owner Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META) said Thursday it has deactivated more than 756,000 Australian accounts suspected of belonging to users under 16, as the company works to comply with the country’s landmark social media ban.

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New laws to make tech companies pay for news will help, but there are 4 key problems

The government has finally tabled its News Bargaining Incentive legislation to make big tech companies pay for the Australian journalism they use on their platforms.

The Conversation

Kerala CM admits knowing Youth Cong activist held with MDMA, denies role in Meta removals

Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan admitted knowing two arrested youths, including a Youth Congress activist. He denied allegations that his office recommended Meta remove critical news reports. Satheesan stated his office only requested the restoration of the CMO Kerala Instagram account. He cited several favorable posts that were also removed…

The Economic Times

Why Meta is paying for controversial content - and what that means for the posts you see

ABC News Verify found Facebook had monetised Australian accounts described as having white nationalist, neo-Nazi or anti-vaccine links. According to the report, some of the content they posted even appeared to conflict with Meta's own monetisation policies.

The Economic Times

Why Meta is paying for controversial content – and what that means for the posts you see

In recent days, media reports have revealed several instances where Facebook has paid for content that could be deemed controversial.

The Conversation

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Jury selection begins in Meta youth harms trial in California federal court

The 2023 lawsuit, filed in federal court in Oakland, California, claims that Meta routinely collects data on children under 13 without their parents' consent, in violation of federal law.

The Economic Times

Australia to make tech companies pay more outlets for content under reworked media law

The changes also commit the government to giving 5% ‌of funds raised ⁠under ⁠the scheme to the Australian Associated Press (AAP), the formerly industry-owned newswire service, which now runs as a non-profit.

The Economic Times

Congressman Violates Stock Act: Reports 22 Trades After Deadline, Including Some Nearly Two Years Old

When members of Congress buy or sell stocks, any trades reported after the 45‑day disclosure window violate the STOCK Act and tend to draw heightened scrutiny from retail investors. One congressman recently disclosed 32 trades, with 22 filed past the deadline.

Benzinga

NBIS Stock Surges 30% After Earnings, Defying Michael Burry's Bet Against Nebius

Nebius stock soars on blowout Q2 earnings. Wall Street continues to see further upside in NBIS shares.

Barchart

Billionaire Mark Zuckerberg Details Plan for New AI to Have Data on 'Everything That is Going on in the Person’s Life' Through Big Glasses Push

Zuckerberg recently shared what he sees for the future of AI on Meta's Q2 earnings call.

Barchart

Jeremy Strong contacted Mark Zuckerberg before filming The Social Reckoning

Jeremy Strong reached out to Mark Zuckerberg before playing the Meta CEO in The Social Reckoning.

BANG Premier

'Journalism matters': tech giants to share media money

A news bargaining incentive deal will ensure large digital platforms worth billions pay their fair share for using Australian journalism.

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TechRadar

I read Mark Zuckerberg's 'The Future is for Everyone' AI manifesto and it almost drove me insane

Fair warning, there's a lot to take in

Reason

What You Need to Know About the Social Media 'Addiction' Trial Starting This Week

Meta is on trial for fomenting "FOMO," among other things. It sounds silly, but the playbook used here could work against religious groups, fast food, and much more.

The Economic Times

Delhi High Court questions Meta over Rights Manager access after creator alleges misuse of copyright tool

The Delhi High Court questioned Meta's copyright tool access policy. A content creator alleged misuse of the tool by unauthorized users. The court directed Meta to provide guidelines and eligibility criteria for the tool. Meta stated that disputed copyright strikes against the creator were reversed. The court will hear the…

Newslaundry

‘Bid to eliminate the messenger’: Social media takedowns leaving users in the dark

Posts by journalists, political parties, activists and media organisations are increasingly being restricted or taken down on platforms such as Meta and X, following government notices issued under Section 79(3)(b) of the Information Technology Act. This trend has raised concerns over transparency, due process and press freedom in India.

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Salon

Bernie's AI warnings are being ignored

Like Helaena Targaryen from "House of the Dragon," the Vermont senator is sounding an alarm that won't be heard

The Economic Times

What's the latest in the trials over claims social media is hurting children?

The social media companies have denied allegations that their products have contributed to depression, anxiety, body-image issues and a broader youth mental health crisis, saying they take action to protect the youngest users on their platforms. The companies have also argued Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act shields them…

The Economic Times

Meta, 29 states head to court in biggest test yet of youth social media litigation

The trial in Oakland, expected to last seven weeks, will test Colorado, Kentucky, California and New Jersey's allegations that Meta designed its platforms to keep young users hooked and misled consumers about their safety. It will also address claims by 29 states that the company illegally collected and used children's…

Medical Daily

Landmark Trial Over Teen Mental Health and Social Media Design Opens in Oakland After Appeals Court Clears the Way

A federal trial over social media design and teen mental health opens in Oakland after the Ninth Circuit dismissed Meta's appeal and refused a delay.

The Economic Times

Meta, YouTube, TikTok face thousands of lawsuits in the US over kids’ mental health: What we know

Major social media firms face thousands of lawsuits across the United States. These legal actions allege platforms are designed to addict young users and harm mental health. Nearly every US state and over a thousand school districts have filed these complaints. Individual cases and bellwether trials are testing company responsibility…

International Business Times UK

Disney Song Trick to Stop Meta Glasses Recording Sparks Outrage: 'Music Is More Protected Than Women'

A viral trend suggests using Disney songs to disrupt recordings by Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses, sparking debates on privacy, women's safety, and copyright enforcement's effectiveness over personal protection.

Bangkok Post

Meta meets its own 'tobacco' moment in court

OAKLAND (UNITED STATES) - With billions of users around the world, Meta has prepared to defend itself against allegations of harming children in a new trial in the United States this week, which experts describe as social media's big tobacco moment.

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