Meta’s Vice President of Engineering and Head of its Augmented Reality Software, Don Box, has announced his resignation internally, according to a Reuters report. The announcement raises questions about Meta’s custom operating system for its planned augmented reality glasses. The former VP of Meta revealed that he would be stepping down without providing details about […]
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Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is gearing up to fight back against the strict regulations imposed by the European Union (EU). According to a report by AFP, Meta has announced its intention to appeal the inclusion of its Messenger and Marketplace products in the regulations introduced in September. The European Union has been advocating […]
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K-Pop sensation BLACKPINK is set to make history with its first-ever virtual reality (VR) concert experience. The group will perform “BLACKPINK: A VR Encore,” exclusively on Meta Quest, bringing their iconic hits like “How You Like That,” “You & Me,” and “Pink Venom” to fans through an immersive experience. The 70-minute concert aims to transcend […]
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With the latest update for Threads, users can now exercise greater control over the visibility of their posts on Instagram and Facebook, and also have the option to opt out of cross-platform suggestions. Additionally, they can delete their Threads profile without automatically deleting their Instagram accounts as well. This news comes from reports by The […]
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Threads, a new platform owned by Meta, has released a much-anticipated feature in response to user feedback and privacy concerns. This feature allows users to opt out of having their posts shared on Instagram and Facebook. With nearly 100 million monthly users, Threads continues to gain momentum just over four months into its existence, as […]
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The European Commission recently requested information from Meta and Snap regarding the safety measures they have in place for minors on their platforms. This formal request is in line with the requirements of the European Union’s Digital Services Act (DSA). The Commission has earlier issued similar requests to companies such as TikTok and YouTube, underscoring […]
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European Data Protection Board (EDPB) Issues Binding Decision Prohibiting Meta from Targeted Advertising in the EU The European Data Protection Board (EDPB), the independent data protection authority of the European Union (EU), has taken a significant step to protect user privacy. The EDPB has issued a binding decision that prohibits Meta, the parent company of […]
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Meta’s Chief AI Scientist, Yann LeCun, Joins Prominent Figures in Call for Transparency in AI Development In a letter published by Mozilla, Yann LeCun and 70 other prominent figures, including scientists, policymakers, engineers, activists, educators, and journalists, have called for greater openness and transparency in the development of artificial intelligence (AI). The signatories emphasize the […]
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New Social Media App Daylyy Offers Refreshing Change in Digital Interaction Annapolis native Austin Anderson has launched a new social app, Daylyy, with the aim of transforming the social media landscape. In a world where platforms are filled with hate speech and unattainable beauty standards, Daylyy offers a more genuine and accepting alternative. Since its […]
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Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has reported a significant surge in earnings for the third quarter. The California-based company attributed this increase to a boost in advertising revenue and reduced expenses following a substantial workforce reduction. In the period spanning July to September 2023, Meta disclosed earnings of $11.58 billion, or […]
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