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Russian court sentences Meta spokesperson to 6 years in prison after being convicted in absentia

23Apr

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Russian court sentences Meta spokesperson to 6 years in prison after being convicted in absentia

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has recently found itself embroiled in a high-stakes geopolitical conflict. A Russian court has convicted Andy Stone, the communications director of Meta in absentia, sentencing him to six years in prison. This controversial verdict has quickly become a topic of global debate. Andy Stone, the figure at the center of this dispute, is the communications director at Meta. A U.S. based spokesman, Stone has been an integral part of Meta’s public relations team, managing the company's image in the face of various crises. The court convicted Stone on charges of justifying terrorism, leading to a swift trial and subsequent six-year prison sentence, as reported by Russia’s independent news site, Mediazona. The trial's swift nature and the se...

Mark Zuckerberg’s Emotional Apology to Families – Senate Hearing

31Jan

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Technology

Mark Zuckerberg’s Emotional Apology to Families – Senate Hearing

In a highly anticipated Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on online child safety, the CEOs of leading social media companies faced a barrage of tough questions and accusations. The session, marked by fiery rhetoric and emotional moments, put the spotlight on the risks young people face on these platforms. One of the most significant moments came when Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg offered a heartfelt apology to the families of victims who have suffered as a result of the platforms' shortcomings. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham wasted no time in launching a scathing attack on the social media CEOs, likening them to Big Tobacco and the embattled plane manufacturer Boeing. Graham accused them of having "blood on their hands" for the deaths of children who had used their platforms, whether due...

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg Dives Deep into AI Technology

21Jan

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Technology

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg Dives Deep into AI Technology

Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) is the holy grail of the tech industry, with companies like OpenAI and Google leading the race. Now, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced his foray into the AGI space, revealing his vision for the future of AI. Zuckerberg believes that the next generation of services requires the development of AGI. In a personal video, he emphasizes the need for advances in reasoning, planning, coding, memory, and cognitive abilities across all areas of AI. Meta aims to build the best AI assistants, AI for creators, AI for businesses, and more. To support this effort, Meta plans to have a massive array of compute power in its cloud facilities by the end of 2024. By the end of 2024, Meta will have an impressive compute capacity of 350,000 Nvidia H100s, equivale...

Sheryl Sandberg Will Not Remain on Meta Board

17Jan

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Technology

Sheryl Sandberg Will Not Remain on Meta Board

You're correct! As of today, January 17, 2024, Sheryl Sandberg will not remain on the Meta board. She announced her decision in a recent post, stating that she would step down after serving on the board for 12 years and as Meta's Chief Operating Officer for 14 years. This marks a significant shift for both Sandberg and Meta. Sandberg has been a pivotal figure in the company's growth and success, overseeing key areas like advertising, business development, and philanthropy. Her departure coincides with Meta's ongoing transition into the metaverse, raising questions about future leadership and direction. Here are some additional points to consider: Impact on Meta: Sandberg's departure comes at a crucial time for Meta, as the company navigates increasing regulatory scrutiny, user pri...

Meta, Tiktok and X Sues Ohio Against New Social Media Law

7Jan

By Varun Kumar1 Comment

Technology

Meta, Tiktok and X Sues Ohio Against New Social Media Law

In today's digital world, social media has become an integral part of our lives. However, there is an ongoing debate on how to regulate social media platforms to protect teenagers from potential harm. Recently, the state of Ohio introduced a new social media law specifically targeting teenagers. The new social media law in Ohio aims to protect teenagers by implementing certain guidelines and restrictions on their social media usage. The law requires social media platforms to obtain parental consent before allowing teenagers under the age of 18 to create an account. It also prohibits platforms from sending targeted advertisements to teenagers and restricts the collection of their personal data. While the intentions behind this law may be well-meaning, it has sparked controversy and ra...