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A person reported a lost cat on the Ring Camera app and was directed to a Facebook group claiming a 98% success rate in finding lost animals. The group requested $150 for supplies and later $120 for 'better technology,' despite claiming the search would only last three days. The group, located in Nigeria and using frequently changed usernames, justified halting the search by stating they 'already know what they need to find the cat.'

The EU warned Meta to modify Facebook and Instagram's 'addictive design' features like endless scroll and autoplay to protect users, particularly children, or face fines up to 6% of its global annual turnover. The European Commission stated Meta failed to address risks under the Digital Services Act, while Meta disputed the findings but pledged to engage constructively.

Fidji Simo, an OpenAI executive, stepped down from her full-time role due to a chronic illness called POTS. She revealed that Mark Zuckerberg had advised her to take a year off years earlier, but she declined. Simo now regrets not heeding his advice and will transition to a part-time advisory role at OpenAI.

The European Commission claims Facebook and Instagram's addictive designs violate the Digital Services Act. The EU asserts these platform designs are illegal under the legislation.

The European Commission accused Meta of failing to address mental health risks linked to 'addictive design' features like autoplay and infinite scroll on Facebook and Instagram. Regulators claim these features contribute to compulsive use by shifting users into 'autopilot mode', fostering unhealthy habits.

The EU Commission alleges that Instagram and Facebook's addictive design features violate the Digital Services Act (DSA). The claim highlights non-compliance with regulations aimed at protecting users from harmful design practices.

Meta is found in breach of the EU's Digital Services Act over the 'addictive' design of Instagram and Facebook. The European Commission criticized features like personalized recommendations, autoplay, and infinite scroll for harming user wellbeing and may force a redesign and impose a $12 billion fine.

Meta is found to be in breach of EU laws due to addictive design features on Instagram and Facebook, according to preliminary findings. The issue centers on design elements that may exploit users' attention.

The European Union accused Meta of breaching social media laws by designing Facebook and Instagram with addictive features like infinite scrolling and autoplay. The EU demanded Meta disable these features and comply with the Digital Services Act to protect users' physical and mental health, including minors, with potential fines up to 6% of the company's global revenue.

The European Union accused Meta of violating its Digital Services Act by using addictive design features like infinite scrolling and autoplay on Facebook and Instagram. The EU demands Meta disable these features by default and implement changes to protect users' mental health, with potential fines up to 6% of the company's global annual revenue. Meta claims it has already introduced safeguards, such as Teen Accounts, to address concerns.

The EU accused Meta of breaching social media laws by using addictive design features on Facebook and Instagram, demanding features like infinite scrolling be disabled. Meta must respond before a potential fine of up to 6% of its revenue.

The European Union accused Meta of violating its Digital Services Act by designing Facebook and Instagram with addictive features like infinite scrolling and autoplay, demanding they be disabled by default. Meta faces potential fines up to 6% of its global revenue if the EU's preliminary findings are upheld, though the company claims it has already implemented teen protections.

Tennessee is experiencing significant data center growth, including xAI's 'Colossus' supercomputer in Memphis, but faces rising energy costs and community opposition due to environmental and grid concerns. ThinkTennessee reports conflicting electricity bill impacts and varying data center counts between industry trackers.

EU regulators accused Meta of failing to address mental health risks from 'addictive design' features like autoplay and infinite scroll on Facebook and Instagram. These features are claimed to contribute to compulsive use by shifting users into 'autopilot mode' and fostering unhealthy habits.

The EU has warned Meta that it has not sufficiently assessed or mitigated risks associated with the addictive nature of Facebook and Instagram feeds, which could negatively affect users.

The European Commission ordered Meta to modify Instagram and Facebook's addictive design features like autoplay and infinite scroll under the Digital Services Act, warning of potential fines up to 6% of annual revenue. Meta disputed the findings, citing its 2024 Teen Accounts feature, but the EU argued these controls are insufficient and easily dismissed.

Cyber Crime Police filed a case against a Facebook user for sharing a fabricated poster falsely attributing a statement to Congress leader V.M. Sudheeran. The poster, which included photos of Sudheeran and Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan, falsely claimed Sudheeran criticized Satheesan.

A scam alert warns about a boat parts company on Facebook named 'Marineparts | River Road WA' that requested payments via Zelle or Chime without offering buyer protection. The company claimed to sell parts for a 2006 boat at a discounted price but refused PayPal G&S and provided suspicious payment details linked to a distant individual. The poster advises against using Zelle or Chime for online payments due to lack of refund protection.

The New York Times is increasing investment in visual content to compete with video-centric platforms like TikTok and YouTube. This follows a past failed 'pivot to video' in the 2010s, where publishers overrelied on Facebook's video incentives, leading to the collapse of companies like Mic and Mashable. Current efforts aim to adapt to audiences' sustained demand for short- and long-form video.

Kynvale Tee Popper is accused of using a deceptive monthly membership scam, where customers are automatically enrolled and charged repeatedly after purchasing a product. The company allegedly disappears when contacted, and the product is reported to break on the first day of use.

Aurora Mayor Coffman accused the school district of violating water restrictions, citing overly green school lawns on Facebook. The mayor's post highlights concerns about non-compliance with current watering limits.

A person fell victim to a Shopify mentor scam after being introduced to 'Michael' through a Facebook group member named Samantha. The scam involved fake client testimonials, gift card payment schemes, and a fraudulent $5,000 order spike. The scammer later revealed Samantha and Michael were the same person using the same phone number.

Anthony Federline, a Connecticut man, is accused of sexually assaulting his 12-year-old stepdaughter, Eve Rogers, who was found dead with a lethal dose of diphenhydramine (Benadryl) in her system. Investigators are examining Federline’s social media accounts and the family’s medication purchases as part of the probe. No charges have been filed regarding the girl’s death, though toxicology revealed a diphenhydramine level 160% higher than the adult lethal threshold.

Meta's Threads app, launched three years ago, has 500 million monthly active users, many of whom cross-post from Facebook or Instagram. Some users accidentally post to Threads without realizing, as seen in a case where a grieving widow's post about her husband's death was cross-posted and gained significant attention. Meta has added friction to reduce accidental cross-posting.

A person viewed a rental room, received the key from the landlord, and was asked to send a deposit despite concerns about a potential scam. The landlord, who is leaving the country, offered to defer rent payment until the end of the month. The individual's mother warned about the risk of fraud, while others had also shown interest in the room.

The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) executed a search warrant at the Lowell Animal Hospital in Lowell, Indiana. The hospital temporarily closed its doors just before 8 a.m. on Wednesday and announced the closure via Facebook, stating plans to reopen soon.

Peter Obi stated in a podcast interview that he might not survive to contest the 2027 Nigerian presidential election. The interview was conducted by Chude Jideonwo and posted on Facebook.

Peter Obi mentioned in a 2027 presidential contest context during a podcast interview with Chude Jideonwo, which was shared on Facebook. The interview was posted on Wednesday.

Atrium Health agreed to a $1.8 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit alleging it shared patient data via Meta Pixel on its website, allowing Facebook and Google to use the data for targeted ads. Atrium Health denied wrongdoing, and individuals with specific accounts between 2015 and 2024 can file claims until Sept. 28, with a final hearing on Sept. 30.

The New York Times Executive Editor Joe Kahn states the company is in a 'race against time' to promote trustworthy video content amid rising AI-generated misinformation. The push aims to meet consumer demand for video journalism and counter the spread of unreliable content online.

An elderly mother fell for a potential Facebook scam after commenting on a hair product page, providing personal information, and being billed $200 for four items. The company sent the items before payment and requested payment via check, Zelle, or Moneygram, despite the product being available cheaper on Amazon. Red flags include fake reviews, mismatched locations, and fake FDA certifications.

A federal lawmaker has disowned fake Facebook accounts and warned individuals against engaging with them, stating it is at their own risk.

Meta faces a $1.4 trillion penalty demand from four states ahead of an August trial. The trial addresses claims that Facebook and Instagram were designed to addict minors.

Dawson Taylor, owner of Taylor's Do it Center, died at age 103. His death was announced via a Facebook post.

Rachel Whetstone, wife of Steve Hilton, served as a communications chief for Google, Facebook, Uber, and Netflix, shaping Silicon Valley's political strategies. The article questions whether she aims to assist her husband in influencing California.

Meta introduced optional WhatsApp usernames as a privacy feature, but reusing Instagram or Facebook handles risks linking accounts across Meta's ecosystem, increasing data correlation and social-engineering risks. The Dutch consumer organization Consumentenbond advises choosing a unique WhatsApp-only username to avoid these privacy issues.

Kerala Police arrested a 26-year-old Malappuram native upon his return from Saudi Arabia for a Facebook comment related to the daughter of a Kochi native killed in a terror attack. The comment was made under a video featuring the victim's daughter.

Meta bosses are being questioned over a decision to reduce 'censorship' on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, which a royal commission into antisemitism claims may have increased hate speech. The company shifted policy in January 2025 to prioritize removing only illegal or very serious violations, relying on user reports for less severe breaches.

Zhea, a 15-year-old student, discovered her grandmother was scammed out of 200k through Facebook promises of 500k dollars, a Tesla, and an iPhone. The money was sent via LBC, GCash, and bank transfer, and Zhea is struggling to address the situation due to family circumstances.

A user reports receiving unsolicited messages claiming a TikTok code, despite not having an account or linked phone number, and seeks advice on how to address this issue.