All articles tagged with #facebook
Originally Published 22 days ago — by BuzzFeed
A compilation of 14 outrageous and inappropriate Facebook mom posts from the subreddit r/ShitMomGroupsSay, highlighting bizarre, concerning, or humorous parenting moments shared online.
Originally Published 25 days ago — by BBC
Facebook is testing a new feature in the UK and US that limits users to sharing only two links per month unless they subscribe for £9.99, as part of its effort to monetize more platform features and control content distribution, especially for creators and businesses.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by Social Media Today
Meta is testing a new policy where certain Facebook pages will be limited to sharing only two link posts per month unless they subscribe to Meta Verified, a paid service offering verification and additional benefits. This move aims to boost Meta Verified subscriptions and reduce spam, but could significantly impact business and publisher strategies on Facebook. The test is limited for now, but it signals potential broader changes in how links are shared on the platform in the future.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by 9to5Google
The Nothing Phone (3a) Lite is the company's first device with pre-installed third-party apps like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, which cannot all be uninstalled, highlighting a shift from its traditionally clean Android experience. The pre-installed apps are partly a revenue strategy to offset hardware costs, and the device also features a default 'Lock Glimpse' wallpaper feature that can be disabled.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Verge
Facebook and Instagram are allegedly violating the EU's Digital Services Act by using deceptive interface designs to hinder illegal content reporting and restricting researcher access to data, potentially facing significant fines.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Social Media Today
Facebook is enhancing Reels with new features like friend activity indicators, TikTok-style topic search, and improved recommendation algorithms to boost engagement and compete with TikTok, focusing on keeping users engaged longer on the platform.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Verge
Meta is revamping Facebook's video features, including upgrading its recommendations engine and increasing the visibility of recent reels, to better compete with TikTok and make Facebook more relevant again, resulting in a 20% increase in video engagement year-over-year.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by TechCrunch
A sequel to 'The Social Network' titled 'The Social Reckoning' is set for release in 2026, focusing on the Haugen leaks and featuring Jeremy Strong as Mark Zuckerberg, with the story centered around Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen's revelations about the company's internal practices and impact on mental health and ethnic violence.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AP News
Aaron Sorkin is creating a follow-up to 'The Social Network' titled 'The Social Reckoning,' focusing on Facebook and its whistleblower, with a cast including Jeremy Strong as Mark Zuckerberg and Mikey Madison as Frances Haugen, set for release in October 2026.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Variety
Aaron Sorkin's follow-up to 'The Social Network,' titled 'The Social Reckoning,' is set for release on October 9, 2026. The film stars Jeremy Strong as Mark Zuckerberg and focuses on the story of Facebook engineer Frances Haugen, who exposes the platform's harmful effects and misinformation. The movie is described as a companion piece to the original and is expected to begin production soon.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Verge
Adi Robertson received a $38.36 payout from a class action settlement related to Facebook's privacy violations involving Cambridge Analytica, covering users who had Facebook accounts between 2007 and 2022.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Guardian
A bride and groom solved a four-year-old wedding crasher mystery when the guest, Andrew Hillhouse, admitted he entered the wrong wedding venue by mistake, leading to a humorous and happy ending.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by TechCrunch
Facebook is reviving its classic 'poke' feature with new updates, including a dedicated button and poke tracking, aiming to boost engagement among younger users by gamifying the interaction, similar to features like streaks on Snapchat and TikTok, despite past concerns over addictive behaviors.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Gizmodo
An Indianapolis lawyer named Mark Steven Zuckerberg is suing Meta for repeatedly suspending his Facebook accounts due to name confusion, claiming negligence and breach of contract, and is seeking restitution and an apology, highlighting ongoing issues with Facebook's real-name policies.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Reuters
Nepal plans to block access to unregistered social media platforms, including Facebook, as part of a government crackdown aimed at controlling misuse, misinformation, and cybercrime, after giving companies until Wednesday to register; some platforms like TikTok and Viber have registered, but Facebook has not, leading to potential shutdowns. The move has sparked debate over free expression versus social order.