Supreme Court dissent on White House and Facebook

Justice Samuel Alito dissented against the White House's attempt to coerce Facebook into moderating COVID-19 misinformation, accusing the administration of threatening free speech. The majority opinion, written by Justice Amy Coney Barrett, avoided the free speech issue. Alito, joined by Justices Clarence Thomas and Neil Gorsuch, expressed concern over the government's pressure on social media platforms.

Artificial Intelligence and Technology

Caribbean island capitalizes on AI boom, small businesses face obstacles, Facebook and Instagram use data for AI training, Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple compete for most valuable company title.

NY v. Trump Guilty Verdict Impact on Presidential Election

Discussion on potential impact of NY v. Trump guilty verdict on presidential election in 'The Story'. Juror comment on Facebook page implies discussion of guilty verdict ahead of time. Trump's defense team notified by Judge Juan Merchan. Trump campaign investigating the matter.

Anti-Israel Agitators and Antisemitism

Authorities dismantled an encampment on a Southern California campus. Fox News' 'Antisemitism Exposed' newsletter discusses rising anti-Jewish prejudice. Top story focuses on 'from the river to the sea' phrase being considered hate speech by Facebook oversight board.

Proliferation of AI-Generated Images on Social Media

The proliferation of AI-generated images on Facebook and other social media platforms is causing concern among users, as these images are often fake and misleading. Facebook's algorithm is boosting AI posts, leading to increased engagement and potential scams. Many pages are posting AI content for unknown reasons, with some engaging in scams and spam. Facebook plans to start labeling AI-generated content to address this issue.

Oversight Board to Consider Pro-Palestinian Phrase on Facebook and Instagram

The Oversight Board is considering whether the pro-Palestinian phrase 'from the river to the sea' violates Facebook and Instagram's rules on hate speech. The phrase has sparked controversy due to its various interpretations in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Meta Platforms' Facebook and Instagram under investigation for failing to counter disinformation

Brussels to probe Meta Platforms' Facebook and Instagram for failing to counter disinformation, concerns over political advertising undermining electoral process, European Commission expected to make statement soon

Chicago Man Sues Women in Facebook Group over Defamation

A Chicago man is suing 27 women in a Facebook group for making disparaging remarks about him, claiming defamation of character. The lawsuit alleges that the comments harmed his reputation and standing in the community.

Freedom of Speech and Government Monitoring

FBI agents interrogate woman over Facebook posts, citing safety concerns. Meta hands over data to law enforcement in response to court orders or emergencies. Woman knew her rights and recorded the interaction. FBI claims investigations are based on valid law enforcement purposes, not First Amendment activities.

FBI questioning Oklahoma woman over social media posts

FBI agents visited an Oklahoma woman to question her about social media posts, citing screenshots provided by Facebook. The woman refused to talk without a lawyer present and expressed concerns about potential repercussions.

Facebook's 'Watch' Streaming Service and Alleged Deal with Netflix

Facebook's streaming service 'Watch' was allegedly shut down to protect advertising deals with Netflix, revealing a special relationship between the two giants. The antitrust lawsuit against Meta argues that Netflix had privileged access to Facebook analytics and private user messages in exchange for advertising deals. Mark Zuckerberg personally informed the head of Facebook Watch that their budget was being slashed by $750 million, while Netflix increased its ad spend on Facebook. Plaintiffs claim Zuckerberg closed Watch to prioritize the greater advertising business.

Facebook's Project Ghostbusters

Newly unsealed court documents reveal that Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg directed executives to track encrypted usage on competing apps like Snapchat, YouTube, and Amazon in 2016, leading to the development of software that could intercept and decrypt traffic. The covert data collection project, named 'Project Ghostbusters,' aimed to gain a competitive advantage over rival apps and has raised concerns about Facebook's data collection practices and user privacy.

Facebook and Instagram Outage

Users are facing difficulties accessing Facebook and Instagram due to a reported outage, possibly linked to a hack on Meta platforms. The issue affected various locations across the USA, with prominent hotspot areas along the West Coast. Meta spokesperson confirmed the technical issue and assured users that they are working on resolving it.

Facebook and Instagram Outages

Users are facing issues accessing Facebook and Instagram amid fears of a possible hack on Meta platforms. Outages have been reported across the USA, with hotspot areas along the West Coast. Meta spokesperson acknowledged the technical issue and assured users that they are working on resolving it.

Social Media Outages on Super Tuesday

Facebook, Instagram, and Threads are experiencing outages on Super Tuesday, leading to error messages for users trying to log in. Over 450,000 reports of Facebook outages and 73,000 instances of Instagram being down have been noted. The outage coincides with Super Tuesday, a significant day for primary elections. Meta Communications Director is working on resolving the issue.

Social Media Outages

Facebook and Instagram suffered massive outages, affecting potentially millions of users worldwide. The issue also impacted Threads, Facebook Messenger, and briefly WhatsApp. Reports on Down Detector exceeded 90,000 for Facebook and 15,000 for Instagram, with more than half a million users in the US reporting the outage. Meta-owned platforms acknowledged the issue and are working on resolving it.

California man accused of recording and posting murder video on Facebook

A California man accused of recording and posting a murder video on Facebook claims his confession was AI-generated. The gruesome video sparked horror and disbelief. He remains in jail with no bail.

Meta discontinues Facebook's news feature for US and Australian users

Meta announces discontinuation of Facebook's news feature for US and Australian users in April, prompting backlash from lawmakers. The move is part of an effort to focus on products users value more, such as short form video content.

Meta to Stop Paying News Publishers in Australia

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, announced that it will stop paying news publishers in Australia, France, and Germany, drawing criticism from Australian government officials who argue that this move threatens the revenue of news outlets. The decision is seen as a dereliction of commitment to the sustainability of Australian news media.

Texas Billionaire John Arnold Joins Meta Board, Raises Concerns About Censorship

Texas billionaire John Arnold joined the board of Meta, parent company of Facebook and Instagram, raising concerns about censorship of 'misinformation' and impact on free speech rights. Arnold Ventures has donated millions to organizations dedicated to combatting alleged disinformation, including leftist news outlets and projects promoting censorship.