Amazon Removes Diversity References as Companies Scale Back DEI Policies In a surprising move, major US companies such as Amazon, Meta, and Disney have been recently reported to be scaling back their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies amid mounting political and legal pressures. Among these companies, Amazon has particularly stood out by removing diversity […]
UK gambling websites breach data protection laws
UK Gambling Websites Under Fire for Breaching Data Protection Laws In a shocking turn of events, UK gambling websites have come under scrutiny for allegedly breaching data protection laws. Accusations have surfaced regarding illegal data sharing with Meta, the parent company of social media giant Facebook, raising significant privacy concerns among users and regulatory authorities. […]
Meta partners with UNESCO to improve AI language technology
Meta Partners with UNESCO to Improve AI Language Technology Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has recently announced a groundbreaking partnership with UNESCO to enhance artificial intelligence language technology. This collaboration aims to leverage an open-source machine translation benchmark to evaluate AI performance across seven languages. By joining forces with UNESCO, Meta is taking a significant […]
Meta to restrict high-risk AI development
Meta to Restrict High-Risk AI Development In the era of rapid technological advancement, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool with the potential to revolutionize industries and improve our daily lives. However, as AI systems become increasingly sophisticated, concerns around their safety and ethical implications have also grown. In response to these concerns, […]
Meta’s smart glasses with AI: More hype than help
Meta’s Smart Glasses with AI: More Hype than Help Meta, in partnership with Ray-Ban, has recently unveiled its innovative smart glasses equipped with AI technology. The concept of interacting with an AI assistant through wearable tech undoubtedly feels like stepping into the future. However, despite the initial excitement surrounding Meta’s Ray-Ban glasses, the promise of […]
Hashtag issues add to Meta’s chaotic transition week during US presidency handover
Hashtag Issues Add to Meta’s Chaotic Transition Week During US Presidency Handover Meta, formerly known as Facebook, faced yet another setback during the transition of the US presidency as its AI failed to recognize Donald Trump as the president days after his inauguration. This blunder not only added to the chaos surrounding Meta’s rebranding but […]
Databricks secures $10 billion backing from Meta
Databricks Secures $10 Billion Backing from Meta In the realm of technological advancements, partnerships and collaborations often pave the way for groundbreaking innovations. Recently, the tech world witnessed a significant development as Meta, formerly known as Facebook, decided to join forces with Databricks in a monumental $10 billion funding round. This strategic move not only […]
Ex-Meta COO faces penalties over Cambridge Analytica email scandal
Ex-Meta COO Sheryl Sandberg Faces Penalties Over Cambridge Analytica Email Scandal The repercussions of the infamous Cambridge Analytica scandal continue to haunt tech giant Meta, formerly known as Facebook, as a Delaware judge recently reprimanded the company’s former Chief Operating Officer, Sheryl Sandberg. The judge criticized Sandberg for her involvement in erasing potentially sensitive communications […]
Meta faces new scrutiny over EU law compliance
Meta Faces New Scrutiny Over EU Law Compliance Meta, formerly known as Facebook, is once again in the spotlight as it faces mounting criticism over its ad-free subscription service in Europe. The social media giant, already under fire for various privacy and antitrust concerns, is now under scrutiny for its compliance with EU laws regarding […]
Meta, X, Google join EU code to combat hate speech
Meta, X, Google Join EU Code to Combat Hate Speech In the digital age, combating hate speech online has become a critical challenge for tech companies and policymakers alike. The European Union has been at the forefront of efforts to regulate online content through initiatives like the Digital Services Act, which aims to boost the […]