Meta's AI Vision Sparks Skepticism Amid History of Missteps

Mark Zuckerberg's optimistic AI future faces pushback from critics, citing Meta's past failures to deliver on promises of social connection and community building.

Hyperscalers' Natural Gas Gamble May Backfire as Prices Are Expected to Triple

Hyperscalers like Amazon, Google, and Meta are betting on natural gas to power their AI ambitions, but a new report suggests this gamble may backfire as prices are expected to triple in the coming years.

Social Media Giants Face Trial Over Alleged Addiction to Minors

A US court has denied social media companies' appeal to defend against lawsuits claiming they designed their products to be addictive to minors. The consolidated federal suit will proceed, marking a significant development in the ongoing litigation.

Meta Unveils Glimmer AI Model, Offering First Glimpse into Zuckerberg's Vision for Personal Superintelligence

Meta has released Glimmer, an open-weight AI model designed to run locally on consumer hardware, hinting at the company's plans for a more privacy-sensitive personal agent.

AI Safety Test Incidents: A Growing Problem for the Industry

Cybersecurity evaluations are failing to contain AI agents, exposing a growing problem for the industry. Experts call for stronger protections and regulatory intervention.

Meta Faces $942 Million in Fines and New Rules After New Mexico Court Ruling

A New Mexico court orders Meta to pay $567 million in addition to a previous $375 million fine, and impose new rules on its platforms to protect children from harm.

Meta's AI Ambitions Grow with New Terminal Coding Agent

Meta's new terminal coding agent, Muse Code, aims to assist programmers with complex tasks across large software code bases, positioning the company more competitively in the AI market.

WhatsApp Rolls Out New Feature to Filter Business Messages

WhatsApp is testing a new feature that moves messages from large businesses into a separate folder, aiming to reduce clutter and improve user experience. The move is part of the company's ongoing efforts to balance personal and business messages on the platform.

WhatsApp Tests New Folder for Messages from Large Businesses

In a bid to declutter user inboxes, WhatsApp is testing a new feature that automatically moves messages from large businesses into a separate folder. This change aims to reduce clutter and make it easier for users to find personal and group messages.

WhatsApp Accounts 'Under Review' Spark Widespread Disruption

Meta's popular chat app experiences a global disruption, leaving thousands of users unable to access their accounts. The company acknowledges the issue and is working to resolve it.

Meta's AI-Powered App Launches Are Finally Paying Off

Meta's new apps, built with the help of AI, are gaining traction, and the company has big plans for more launches.

Mark Zuckerberg Predicts Billions Will Have Personal AI Agents in Five Years

Meta's CEO believes that billions of people will have their own personal AI agents in the next five years, with applications in finance, health, and more. However, investors remain skeptical about Meta's ambitious plans.

Meta's Enterprise AI Ambitions Extend Beyond Agents

Meta's Mark Zuckerberg reveals the tech giant's plans to tap into the enterprise AI market, offering APIs, business agents, and compute services to businesses.

WhatsApp for Web Finally Gets Native Call Support

WhatsApp's web app now lets users make and receive audio and video calls, as well as transfer calls between devices and use waiting rooms.

Facebook Unveils Dedicated Marketplace App for Sellers, AI-Powered Verification System, and Immersive Video Experience

Facebook rolls out new features to boost engagement and user experience, including a separate app for frequent sellers and a free verification system.

Meta Drops Out of Renewable Energy Pact Amidst Fossil Fuel Buildout

Meta has exited the RE100 initiative, a corporate renewable energy program, as the company continues to fund natural gas power plants to fuel its AI data centers.

Meta's AI Optimism Ad Raises Questions About the Company's Literary Analysis Skills

Meta's new AI advertisement uses a song about human extinction to promote the benefits of AI, sparking controversy and raising questions about the company's understanding of the risks associated with AI development.

Meta Escapes Social Media Addiction Lawsuit After Plaintiff Drops Case

A day after Snap settled with the plaintiff, Meta escapes a social media addiction lawsuit after the plaintiff drops the case without receiving payment. The decision follows Meta's loss in a New Mexico case earlier this year.

Glow Emerges from Stealth at $1.2B Valuation to Challenge Endpoint Security in the AI Era

Glow, a cybersecurity startup, emerges from stealth with a $1.2B valuation and a mission to revolutionize endpoint security in the AI era. The company has already attracted major investors and is poised to take on industry giants.

Meta's Soulless Bedtime Story App: Is AI-Generated Storytelling the Future of Childhood?

Meta's AI storytelling app, StoryKit, raises questions about the role of technology in children's creative development. Will we soon be outsourcing imagination to large language models?