Meta relents to EU, allows unlinking of Facebook and Instagram accounts
New standalone Messenger, Marketplace, and Gaming apps coming to the EU, too. Enlarge (credit: Anadolu / Contributor | Anadolu) Meta will allow some Facebook and Instagram users to unlink their accounts as part of the pl.....»»
AWS adds passkey support to boost MFA protection
FIDO2 passkeys add an extra layer of protection for AWS accounts, particularly good against phishing......»»
AWS unveils new and improved security features
At its annual re:Inforce conference, Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced new and enhanced security features and tools. Additional multi-factor authentication option To facilitate the concerted push to get customers to secure their accounts with m.....»»
Tech solutions to limit kids" access to social media are fraught with problems, including privacy risks
A campaign to block children's access to social media to limit online harm and unhealthy internet use is picking up momentum in Australian politics. The current age limit for platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and TikTok is 13, but some state gove.....»»
Batman: Arkham Shadow is more faithful to the series than you think
Alongside a new story trailer, Meta outlined exactly how true Batman: Arkham Shadow's VR gameplay is to Rocksteady's Arkham series......»»
WhatsApp’s New AI Features are Designed for Businesses
Businesses on WhatsApp will get a bit of help from AI. The post WhatsApp’s New AI Features are Designed for Businesses appeared first on Phandroid. Meta recently announced some upcoming changes to WhatsApp, which integrates some nift.....»»
Meta uses “dark patterns” to thwart AI opt-outs in EU, complaint says
EU Facebook users have until June 26 to opt out of AI training. Enlarge (credit: Boris Zhitkov | Moment) The European Center for Digital Rights, known as Noyb, has filed complaints in 11 European countries to halt Meta's.....»»
Meta is using your data to train AI models; Europeans can opt out [U: Investigations]
Update: Both the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office and the European Commission have now launched investigations into the legality of making it opt-out instead of opt-in. If you use Instagram or Facebook, Meta is using your data to train i.....»»
DuckDuckGo offers “anonymous” access to AI chatbots through new service
DDG offers LLMs from OpenAI, Anthropic, Meta, and Mistral for factually-iffy conversations. Enlarge (credit: DuckDuckGo) On Thursday, DuckDuckGo unveiled a new "AI Chat" service that allows users to converse with four mi.....»»
How to send HD photos on Facebook Messenger
Facebook has enabled the sending of HD photos on its Messenger platform. If you want to know how to do that, this guide is for you. The post How to send HD photos on Facebook Messenger appeared first on Phandroid. If you notice that the ph.....»»
Liverpool Man Sentenced for Selling ‘Pirate’ Firesticks on Facebook
Earlier today, a 41-year-old man from Liverpool received a two-year suspended prison sentence for selling IPTV subscriptions and 'fully loaded' Firesticks. The man, who used Facebook and WhatsApp to facilitate the sales, pleaded guilty at Liverpool C.....»»
TikTok Hackers Target Paris Hilton, CNN, and More. What to Know About the Cyberattack
Hackers have targeted several high-profile TikTok accounts, including that of reality TV star Paris Hilton and CNN. Hackers have targeted several high-profile TikTok accounts, including that of reality TV star Paris Hilton, media co.....»»
TikTok hack compromised CNN account; Paris Hilton and others targeted
A TikTok hack allowed attackers to take control of CNN’s account, while other high-profile accounts were also targeted. The nature of the security breach remains a mystery at present. It was said to have involved direct messaging, but was seemin.....»»
Instagram is testing unskippable ads. Users hate it.
Instagram is testing a new way of displaying ads called 'ad break' Meta's Instagram has concocted a new way to keep you from doomscrolling, but you're not going to like it.Called "ad break," it's a new way of displaying ads on the platform, and.....»»
Creators are gaming the algorithm with pronunciation ploys — and it"s working
TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram Reels creators are deliberately mispronouncing words in videos to boost engagement and views. Don't fall for it. There's a trend online that turns an average video into viral fodder, and we're all falling for it.T.....»»
X officially changes rules to allow NSFW content
X now officially allows adult content on its platform just weeks after Elon Musk claimed it was a safer place than Instagram for your family photos. It's official. X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, is now one of the only mainstream soc.....»»
Facebook reveals new plan to woo Gen Z users back to the platform
Facebook wants to win over Gen Z with AI-powered tools. Are they missing the mark? Once a must-have for college students, Facebook is now more commonly reputed as a watering hole "for old people." As other social platforms have risen and evolv.....»»
Why the ‘All Eyes on Rafah’ AI Post Is Going Viral on Social Media
Nearly 45 million Instagram users have shared an AI-generated image depicting tent camps and a slogan that reads “all eyes on Rafah." Nearly 45 million Instagram users—including celebrities like Bella Hadid and Nicola Coughl.....»»
How You Can Avoid Using Meta AI
Meta AI hasn't been universally welcomed. Here are some tips if you want to avoid using it. SAN FRANCISCO — If you use Facebook, WhatsApp or Instagram, you’ve probably noticed a new character pop up answering search quer.....»»
A free update just made the Quest 3 way better
Meta significantly upgraded the Quest 3's mixed reality quality in the latest v66 update......»»
Instagram testing controversial unskippable ads in its app
It’s no secret that Meta’s biggest source of profit comes from advertising. However, it seems that the company is willing to make advertising a bit more intrusive, at least on Instagram. That’s because Instagram has been testing a new way of sh.....»»