People can use your Instagram photos in Meta’s AI image creator.
AI and Privacy: A Complex Relationship in America The ongoing tug-of-war between AI and privacy highlights the intricate relationship Americans have with emerging AI technologies. Wynton Hall, who directs social media at Breitbart News, recently published a compelling book titled Code Red: Left, Right, China, and the Race to Control AI. This book offers insights […]
Meta’s Large Wyoming AI Data Center Pollutes Cheyenne’s Wastewater Treatment System with Uncommon Bacteria
Cheyenne Discontinues Acceptance of Wastewater from Data Centers After Contamination Incident The city of Cheyenne, Wyoming, has announced a halt to accepting wastewater from data center operations. This decision follows contamination of the sewage system, linked to contractors working for Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta. Recently, the Cheyenne Public Utilities Commission disclosed for the first time the […]
The jobs report, Meta’s rise, Trump accounts, and more in Morning Squawk
1. 1 day shorter Employment statistics were released earlier this morning due to the holiday schedule. In June, nonfarm payrolls are expected to grow by 115,000 jobs, a noticeable slowdown from May’s increase of 172,000, based on a survey from Dow Jones economists. Here’s the key takeaway: 2. Transaction review The U.S. has finalized the […]
Meta’s stock rises 10% after news of its sale of surplus AI computing resources
Meta’s Shares Surge on Cloud Business Plans Meta’s stock jumped close to 10% on Wednesday after news emerged that the company is looking to sell off surplus computing power, aiming to recover some of the considerable investment it has made in artificial intelligence. The tech giant, based in Menlo Park, California, is quickly moving to […]
Judge Dismisses Meta’s Efforts to Throw Out Youth Social Media Addiction Lawsuit
Meta’s Legal Setback in Addiction Lawsuit Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta Inc. has been unable to convince a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by 29 state attorneys general. The lawsuit claims that Facebook and Instagram have intentionally designed their platforms to make children addicted while hiding the potential risks involved. This week, U.S. District Judge […]
Judge denies Meta’s request to throw out social media addiction lawsuit
Meta Faces Trial Over Allegations of Child Addiction Meta’s Vice President of Wearables, Alex Himmel, recently discussed the launch of the new Meta smart glasses. They are priced at $299 and feature AI capabilities, developed in collaboration with Kylie Jenner, during an appearance on “The Claman Countdown.” In legal news, a federal judge has denied […]
European Union intensifies investigation into Meta’s captivating features for children, according to a report
EU Intensifies Probe into Meta’s Child Safety Practices The European Union is reportedly deepening its investigation into claims that Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta social media platforms are designed to keep children engaged for extended periods. According to sources familiar with the matter, the European Commission, which oversees competition in the EU, is nearing the release of […]
Mix of disorder and monotony makes Meta’s AI division a difficult place to work: ‘Soul-crushing’
Employee Discontent at Meta’s AI Division A recent report reveals that employees in Meta’s new artificial intelligence division are experiencing significant dissatisfaction. During a livestreamed conference earlier this month, a visibly frustrated employee interrupted a speaker with an outburst, expressing anger towards a meta-AI executive, whom they said should be told “he sucks.” This spontaneous […]
AI Shortcoming: Meta’s Support Chatbot Aided in Taking Over Notable Instagram Accounts, Including the Obama White House
Hackers Breach High-Profile Instagram Accounts Using AI Support Tool Recent reports from security researchers indicate that hackers successfully accessed several prominent Instagram accounts, including the official profile of Barack Obama, by simply asking Meta’s AI support chatbot to change the email linked to those accounts. It seems this was alarmingly straightforward. A vulnerability within Meta’s […]
Zuckerberg supports Meta’s drastic job cuts: ‘Success is not guaranteed’ in AI efforts
Meta’s Layoffs and the Shift to AI Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, has addressed the recent layoffs affecting 8,000 employees, emphasizing that “success cannot be taken for granted” as the company intensifies its focus on artificial intelligence. In a memo sent out on Wednesday, Zuckerberg aimed to rationalize the significant cut, which began with […]