Facebook asks for dismissal of FTC antitrust complaint
Facebook is asking a federal court to dismiss a revised complaint against it by the Federal Trade Commission.
Ex-Facebook manager alleges social network magnifies hate, misinformation
Frances Haugen was identified in a “60 Minutes” interview Sunday as the woman who anonymously filed complaints with federal law enforcement that Facebook’s own research shows how it magnifies hate and misinformation.
Whistleblower claims Facebook fed US Capitol riot, magnified misinformation
Frances Haugen was identified in a “60 Minutes” interview Sunday as the woman who anonymously filed complaints with federal law enforcement that the company’s own research shows how it magnifies hate and misinformation.
Facebook faces questions over teen safety after whistleblower report says Instagram is harmful
For some of the Instagram-devoted teens, the peer pressure generated by the visually focused app led to mental-health and body-image problems, and in some cases, eating disorders and suicidal thoughts.
Facebook pauses development of 'Instagram Kids' app after pushback
Instagram is putting a hold on the development of an “Instagram Kids” app so it can address concerns about the vulnerability of younger users.
FTC refiles antitrust lawsuit against Facebook
The Federal Trade Commission has filed a filing a revised version of its complaint alleging that Facebook abused its market power to suppress competition.
These companies are requiring employees to get COVID-19 vaccinations
Multiple major companies are now requiring their employees to get vaccinated against COVID-19 amid rising cases of the delta variant across the U.S.
Facebook's new prayer tool arrives to mixed reception
Users who are members of faith-based Facebook groups will find an option allowing them to request prayers and other group members will be able to respond via the “I prayed” icon.
Constable uses Facebook as wanted poster to catch illegal dumping
Since January, 13 arrests have been made and three of the cases were so large the offenders were charged with felonies.
Woman gets Facebook timeout for 'men are dumb' comment, labled as 'hate speech'
A married Michigan woman is adamant she's not a man-hater but was joking when she asked 'why are men so dumb' on a Facebook meme. But that comment got her banned for a day from the social media giant.
White House says Facebook needs to work harder to censor COVID-19 misinformation
The Biden administration on Thursday slammed Facebook for not working hard enough to censor misinformation about COVID-19 and its vaccines.
Facebook to invest $1B in content creator programs through 2022
The investment will include new bonus programs that pay eligible creators for hitting certain milestones when they use the platform’s creative and monetization tools.
Trump files class-action lawsuits against Facebook, Twitter and Google
Donald Trump announced Wednesday he was serving as lead plaintiff in the class-action suits, claiming he has been wrongfully censored by the companies.
Facebook ends ban on posts claiming COVID-19 is man-made
Facebook will no longer ban posts suggesting COVID-19 was man-made amid mounting calls to further investigate the pandemic’s origins, marking a reversal for the social media giant.
Facebook’s new feature will prompt users to read articles before sharing them
Facebook is testing a new feature that will prompt users to read news articles before they share them on the social media platform.
Instagram for kids: 44 attorneys general urge Zuckerberg to drop the idea
Dozens of attorney generals across the country are urging Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to abandon plans for a version of Instagram for children under the age of 13.
Facebook Oversight Board member criticizes indefinite Trump ban: 'Their rules are in shambles'
A member of Facebook's Oversight Board criticized the platform in the wake of its indefinite ban on former President Donald Trump, saying Facebook's rules are in "shambles" and that the company "exercises too much power."
Oversight board maintains Trump’s Facebook suspension, but scolds company for indefinite ban
By upholding the suspension, the board has sided with Facebook for just the second time in the last six cases -- but said Facebook must reassess the decision within six months of the panel's decision.
FOX 7 Discussion: Should Trump be allowed on Facebook again?
Travis County GOP Communications Director Andy Hogue and Jamarr Brown, a Democratic National Committee member, talk about if Trump should be allowed back on Facebook.
Facebook's oversight board to rule on Trump's account ban on Wednesday
Facebook’s oversight board said it will rule on Wednesday morning whether former President Donald Trump’s social media accounts can be reinstated after an indefinite suspension.