Meta reportedly plans to slash Metaverse budget by up to 30%
Meta is reportedly considering significant budget cuts for its Metaverse division, potentially reducing spending by up to 30% and including layoffs, according to Bloomberg. The decision reflects declining interest...
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EU investigating Meta over policy change that bans rival AI chatbots from WhatsApp
The European Commission is launching an antitrust investigation into Meta’s decision to restrict rival AI chatbots from WhatsApp. The move, which bans general-purpose chatbots from using WhatsApp’s business tools,...
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With upcoming ban, Meta begins to notify Australian teens that their accounts will be shut down
Meta is preparing to shut down accounts of Australian teenagers under 16 as part of a new social media regulation. The company has begun informing affected users about account...
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Meta wins antitrust trial as judge denies that it’s a monopoly
Meta successfully defended itself in a U.S. antitrust trial against the FTC, with a federal judge rejecting claims of monopolistic practices. The court ruled the FTC failed to prove...
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Meta wants to get into the electricity trading business
Meta aims to enter the electricity trading sector to support its data centers’ energy needs. The company seeks federal approval to trade power, similar to Microsoft, while Apple has...
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Meta releases a new tool to protect reels creators from having their work stolen
Meta has launched a new tool to help Facebook creators protect their reels from unauthorized use. The feature allows creators to detect when their content is being copied, block...
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WhatsApp to launch third-party chat integration in Europe soon
Meta is preparing to introduce third-party chat integration on WhatsApp in Europe, as mandated by the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). The company announced this change after successful small-scale...
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Threads targets podcasters with new features, aiming to become the home for show discussions
Threads, Meta’s competitor to X, is targeting podcasters by introducing new features to boost discussions around podcasts and help creators promote their shows. The app will highlight podcast links...
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