Posts Tagged ‘Meta’
Instagram Teen Accounts Set to Operate Under PG-13 Rules: What It Means for Tech, Privacy & Teenagers
The notion of hitting “play” on a movie rated PG-13 was once reserved for family nights or classic Saturday cinema. But now, thanks to Instagram, that metaphorical rating is shifting right into our teens’ social-media feeds. Instagram is rolling out a major update so that teen accounts will by default see content aligned with a…
Read MoreApple Watch, Meet WhatsApp: The App Everyone’s Been Waiting For
After years of teasers, half-baked workarounds, and notification mirroring, WhatsApp is finally giving Apple Watch users what they’ve been asking for – a fully functional, official app. No more pulling your iPhone out mid-run or during a meeting to check a message; this update transforms your wrist into a mini communication hub. Meta’s messaging giant…
Read MoreMeta’s Vibes App Is TikTok for AI-Generated Videos
If your Instagram feed already feels like a chaotic mix of cat videos, dance challenges and dad jokes, prepare for a fresh wave of content – this time brought to you by artificial intelligence. Meta has just announced the launch of Vibes, a new feed inside the Meta AI app that will be populated entirely…
Read MoreOwn A Small Business? Here’s How To Use Instagram’s Shared Access’ Feature
If you’ve ever tried to run a joint Instagram account with friends, your dog, or (god forbid) your boss, you’ll know the pain of sharing one password. Who’s logged in? Who accidentally changed the recovery email? And why is Instagram suddenly convinced you’re logging in from a basement in Belarus? Meta’s latest update is here…
Read MoreMeta Offered A $1.25 Billion Salary To An AI Expert – They Still Said No
Big Tech has been throwing cash around like confetti to snag AI talent, but even the most jaw-dropping numbers don’t always seal the deal. Case in point: Meta reportedly offered one AI expert a staggering $1.25 billion over four years – and still got rejected. The story came via Daniel Francis, founder of the AI…
Read MoreInstagram Apologises After Mistaken Child Abuse Warnings Sent to Users
Imagine opening Instagram to post your latest holiday snaps or run your side hustle, only to find your account has been permanently disabled – and the reason? A jaw-dropping accusation of violating child sexual exploitation rules. That’s exactly what happened to several Instagram users who told Graham Fraser from BBC News they were banned without…
Read MoreZuckerberg’s AI Empire: Meta to Drop Billions on Supercharged Data Hubs
Mark Zuckerberg has entered his Bond villain era – but instead of a lair inside a volcano, he’s building colossal data centres named things like Prometheus and Hyperion. Meta’s founder has revealed plans to invest hundreds of billions of dollars into US-based AI data centres in a move he says will help build “superintelligence” –…
Read MoreMeta Is Set To Release Smart Glasses With Prada
Smart glasses are getting a high-fashion filter. Meta is expanding its wearable empire with two stylish new collaborators: Oakley and Prada, according to CNBC. Following the breakout success of its Ray-Ban Meta glasses, Meta is now doubling down on fashion-led tech with a sporty twist and luxury edge. Let’s start with Oakley. Known for its…
Read MoreWhatsApp Ads Are Coming… But Not (Yet) to Your Chats
It’s happened. The last vaguely sacred corner of the internet is being monetised. WhatsApp, the app that proudly declared “no ads, no games, no gimmicks,” is now welcoming ads. Meta, its parent company, says they’re starting with the Updates tab – home to Statuses and Channels. So yes, your group chats are safe (for now).…
Read MoreYou May Not Be Aware Of This But Your Meta AI Searches Are Public Knowledge
If you’ve been using Meta’s new AI tool to solve maths homework, write poetry, or ask deep personal questions, here’s a plot twist you probably didn’t see coming: some of those prompts are being posted publicly – and your username might be attached. Meta AI, the tech giant’s answer to ChatGPT, includes a public “Discover”…
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