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Facebook joins Apple, Google in battling mobile addiction, adds Screen Time tools

The social media giant has rolled out the tool for both Facebook and Instagram and will allow users to set time limits, mute notifications and view their usage history as it looks to combat phone addiction.

Aug 2, 2018

Visa applications will now require social media history; US, UK, Australia already do?

Immgration authorites across many countries will check your social media footprint lest it doesn't contravene the laws of the country you intend to visit.

Jul 30, 2018

Facebook grooming 7,500 content reviewers for objectionable posts

The content reviewers are a mix of full-time employees, contractors and companies Facebook partners with -- covering every time zone and over 50 languages across the world.

Jul 29, 2018

This viral photograph of a couple kissing in rain got a Bangladeshi photographer beaten, fired

Photojournalist Jibon Ahmed was assaulted and fired from his job for sharing a photo of a couple kissing in the rain on his Facebook and Instagram pages.

Jul 28, 2018

To combat data breaches, India considering mandatory local storage

Headed by former Supreme Court judge B.N. Srikrishna, a government panel has submitted its recommendations to the parliament to be tabled soon. The report says all critical personal data on people in India should be processed within the country, so as to prevent data breaches.

Jul 28, 2018

PepsiCo doesn't find Kurkure plastic jokes funny; moves Delhi HC

The Delhi HC on Friday ordered social media platforms to to take down all posts that allege Kurkure has plastic after Pepsi filed a civil case alleging the posts adversely effected the brand's reputation.

Jul 27, 2018

Hanan Hamid: The Kerala girl who has divided the state but warmed hearts

The story of Hanan Hamid has gone viral on social media, with many users praising her determination and courage. But a section of netizens has threatened her and filled her Facebook account with threats.

Jul 27, 2018

Facebook's new privacy safeguards will erode company's profits for years

Latest earnings reveal a huge drop in Facebook's market cap as the social media giant is investing heavily in new privacy safeguards, a move that will eat into the company's profits for "years" as per Chief Financial Officer David Wehner.

Jul 26, 2018

Despite ban, Facebook opens office in China

The social networking giant has quietly opened a subsidiary company registered in Hangzhou, which will work as an innovation hub for start-ups and local developers.

Jul 25, 2018

WhatsApp 'Suspicious Link Indicator' feature launch imminent: Now available in beta for Android

The Facebook-owned company will soon release 'Suspicious link Indicator' for both Google's Android and Apple iOS to warn users not to click URL links, as they might lead to a malicious website and try installing malware in the phone.

Jul 22, 2018

After scrapping drone project, Facebook looks at satellites to boost internet connectivity

The social media giant filed an application with the US Federal Communications Commission under the name PointView Tech LLC to provide broadband access through a satellite named Athena.

Jul 21, 2018

Google, Microsoft's ambitious project will help users easily move data

Google, Microsoft, Facebook, and Twitter are all partnering up to create a new standard called the 'Data Transfer Project' that will allow users to easily port their data from one service to another. Source code now available on GitHub.

Jul 21, 2018

After Cambridge Analytica, Facebook suspends another data analytics firm

Boston-based Crimson Hexagon has been suspended over concerns that it harvested users' data. The company denies claims of harvesting.

Jul 21, 2018

Facebook targets fake news; says it will take down content that promotes violence

After coming under fire from several South Asian countries, the social media giant is considering removing any post that instigates violence in a tie-up with third parties.

Jul 19, 2018

Facebook to integrate BTS-themed stickers on its platform

Facebook has partnered with BTS and LINE FRIENDS to integrate the BT21 stickers into its Facebook and Messenger platforms.

Jul 19, 2018

Facebook is Skill India Mission's new digital partner

Social media giant announced a partnership with the National Skill Development Corporation to provide more digital skills to the youth in India.

Jul 17, 2018

Not good at directions? Facebook's AI local guides will help you get around a city hitchless

The lost 'tourist' sees photos of the physical location, while the 'guide' sees a two-dimensional map with landmarks. Both algorithms are designed to get to a specific location.

Jul 15, 2018

German Interior Minister Thomas de Maiziere talks to employees during a vistit at the Facebook office in Berlin

Facebook women employees hiring up five times over five years

Releasing its annual diversity report, the company announced that the number of women employees has gone up five times, the number of Black and Hispanic employees has also jumped up. Facebook has also been rated as one of the best places to work for the LGBTQ community.

Jul 13, 2018

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg testifies before a House Energy and Commerce Committee hearing

Facebook's data woes continue as new report reveals Russian connection

A new report shows that Facebook gave a two-week extension to Russian firm Mail.ru to comply with 2015 rule change. The firm is owned by billionaire Yuri Milner who has close links with the Kremlin.

Jul 11, 2018

WhatsApp rolls out new feature to tackle spam, fake news: Quick facts

Facebook-owned WhatsApp has launched a 'Forward Message Indicator' to help the user determine if their friend or relative wrote the message they sent or if it originally came from someone else. Read to know how the user can report the issue directly to the WhatsApp.

Jul 11, 2018

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Facebook

Facebook joins Apple, Google in battling mobile addiction, adds Screen Time tools

Visa applications will now require social media history; US, UK, Australia already do?

Facebook grooming 7,500 content reviewers for objectionable posts

This viral photograph of a couple kissing in rain got a Bangladeshi photographer beaten, fired

To combat data breaches, India considering mandatory local storage

PepsiCo doesn't find Kurkure plastic jokes funny; moves Delhi HC

Hanan Hamid: The Kerala girl who has divided the state but warmed hearts

Facebook's new privacy safeguards will erode company's profits for years

Despite ban, Facebook opens office in China

WhatsApp 'Suspicious Link Indicator' feature launch imminent: Now available in beta for Android

After scrapping drone project, Facebook looks at satellites to boost internet connectivity

Google, Microsoft's ambitious project will help users easily move data

After Cambridge Analytica, Facebook suspends another data analytics firm

Facebook targets fake news; says it will take down content that promotes violence

Facebook to integrate BTS-themed stickers on its platform

Facebook is Skill India Mission's new digital partner

Not good at directions? Facebook's AI local guides will help you get around a city hitchless

Facebook women employees hiring up five times over five years

Facebook's data woes continue as new report reveals Russian connection

WhatsApp rolls out new feature to tackle spam, fake news: Quick facts

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]

Is exhibiting cleavage mandatory? Malaika Arora opts for low neck sleeveless outfit at event in Vrindavan, leaves netizens furious