Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Topic: facebook

Activists create ‘crime scene’ before Meta’s London HQ protesting its complicity in hate crimes

Meta’s London headquarters was stormed by activists of Indian origin, in protest against its complicity in spreading and profiting from hate-inciting Facebook posts and misinformation ahead of the 2024 Indian general election that starts on Friday.

Rohingya refugees file PIL seeking protection from hate content on Facebook

The Rohingya refugees have filed a Public Interest Petition (PIL) seeking protection of their right to life as members of their community in Delhi...

INDIA alliance writes to Google, Meta, demands neutrality during 2024 Elections

The INDIA Alliance has written letters to social media giants Meta and Alphabet, expressing their concerns regarding the social media platforms’ perceived contribution to social discord in India.

Meta cuts 11,000 jobs, 13% of its workforce

The Facebook parent Meta Platforms Inc (META.O) said on Wednesday it would cut more than 11,000 jobs, or 13% of its workforce, as it doubled down on its risky metaverse bet amid a crumbling advertising market and decades-high inflation, Reuters reported.

Facebook promoted violence against Rohingya; Meta owes reparation: Amnesty

Facebook owner Meta’s dangerous algorithms and reckless pursuit of profit substantially contributed to the atrocities perpetrated by the Myanmar military against the Rohingya people...

Why Indian Parliament is not ready to hear Facebook whistleblower Sophie Zhang?

Despite volunteering repeatedly, Sophie Zhang, former Facebook employee turned Whistleblower, has not been formally requested to testify before the Parliament of India on the revelations she made in 2021, alleged Internet Freedom Foundation (IFF).