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Mark Zuckerberg was forced to physically stand up and face families affected by online abuse
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1y ago
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During a Senate hearing on online child safety, Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta (formerly Facebook), had to directly address families whose children were harmed by social media platforms. The intense moment was initiated by Republican Sen. Josh Hawley, who demanded that Zuckerberg apologize to the families for the impact of his products. Several parents of affected children were present, including a father whose daughter died by suicide after encountering harmful content on social media. Some senators even proposed removing legal protections from social media companies regarding explicit material.
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Senator tells Mark Zuckerberg his product is 'killing people' at child safety hearing
Business Insider
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1y ago
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During a heated Senate hearing on online child safety, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg was told by Senator Lindsey Graham that their product is "killing people." Graham accused Zuckerberg and other tech companies of having "blood on their hands" and highlighted the case of a man whose son died by suicide after being targeted in a "sex extortion ring" on Instagram. The hearing also addressed the issue of online abuse and child exploitation on Meta's platforms, with the New Mexico Attorney General filing a lawsuit against the company for facilitating child pornography and soliciting minors for sex.
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Why Telegram chief's arrest raises 'red flags' for tech bosses
Economic Times
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10m ago
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France has charged Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, with complicity in running a platform that enabled illegal activity, including illicit transactions and child sex abuse images. Experts believe that the case against Durov could set a precedent for holding tech platform owners accountable for user actions. However, it is unlikely that other tech bosses like Elon Musk or Mark Zuckerberg would face similar charges in Europe. Key differences, such as Durov's French citizenship and Telegram's refusal to comply with government takedown orders, distinguish the case. However, concerns persist about the implications for other encrypted services in the future.
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Meta, TikTok CEOs to defend against claims their platforms hurt children
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1y ago
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Senators are set to question the CEOs of Meta Platforms, TikTok, and other tech companies over concerns that social media platforms are failing to address online risks for children. The hearing will focus on persistent dangers to children on social media, including child exploitation and exposure to harmful content. Mark Zuckerberg is expected to face tough questions in relation to internal Meta documents that allegedly show the company disregarding requests for additional protections for children on their platforms. Lawmakers have introduced several bills addressing child exploitation online, but legislation has yet to progress.
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Mark Zuckerberg reportedly got mad that someone at Sheryl Sandberg's wedding brought up his widely mocked metaverse avatar
Business Insider
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1y ago
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Mark Zuckerberg reportedly became upset when his widely mocked metaverse avatar was brought up in conversation at the wedding of former Meta COO Sheryl Sandberg. The meme of Zuckerberg's avatar, which went viral for its low-quality appearance, led him to redesign it. Bloomberg reported that this incident made Zuckerberg question his PR team's representation of Meta's products and resulted in some members of the team being reassigned. Despite prioritizing AI, Zuckerberg still sees the metaverse as important for Meta's long-term goals.
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‘May need to update my avatar,’ says Mark Zuckerberg as he shares selfie
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1y ago
Medial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg shared a selfie on Instagram showing his face with bruises, jokingly attributing it to a sparring session. Zuckerberg has a blue belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu. The post came after Elon Musk teased about a Twitter rival called Threads, created by Meta. This banter has attracted attention on social media. It remains to be seen if the two tech moguls will actually engage in a physical fight.
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ETtech Explainer: Why the US government wants to break up Meta
Economic Times
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3m ago
Medial
Meta Platforms is facing a major antitrust case by the United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which accuses it of buying Instagram and WhatsApp to eliminate competition and maintain a monopoly. The FTC argues these acquisitions stifled innovation and consumer choices. Meta, led by Mark Zuckerberg, denies these claims, asserting the acquisitions were legal at the time and that it faces significant competition. The case could lead to Meta being forced to divest these platforms.
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PB Fintech offers jobs, education support to families of Pahalgam attack victims
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2m ago
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PB Fintech, parent company of Policybazaar, will offer jobs to families of victims of the Pahalgam terror attack and sponsor their children's education. Opportunities will be available across India to support affected families, including police and armed forces' families. Co-founder Alok Bansal announced the initiative as a gesture of social support. The April 22, 2025, attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, was the deadliest on tourists since 2000, causing numerous casualties.
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Mark Zuckerberg undergoes surgery for ligament injury during MMA training
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
Mark Zuckerberg, the founder of Meta, has undergone surgery after injuring his ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) during MMA training. He was preparing for a competitive MMA fight scheduled for early next year. Zuckerberg expressed his disappointment over the delay but said he is looking forward to the fight after recovering. This comes after Elon Musk challenged Zuckerberg to a cage fight, which was initially sparked by Musk's tweet about Meta's Twitter competitor. Zuckerberg has been an active participant in combat sports, particularly MMA and Jiu-Jitsu.
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'What does yaada yaada yaada mean?': Zuckerberg, Spiegel grilled by Senator John Kennedy
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
In a hearing lasting nearly four hours, US senators questioned CEOs of Meta, TikTok, Snap, X, and Discord on online platform safety. Senator John Kennedy targeted Meta's Mark Zuckerberg and Snapchat's Evan Spiegel over user agreements. Watch the video for more details, click on "SOURCE" below.
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UK police arrest four over cyberattacks on M&S, Co-op and Harrods - The Economic Times
Economic Times
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6d ago
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British police arrested four individuals under 21 for cyberattacks on UK retailers, including Marks & Spencer, Co-op, and Harrods. The most severe attack forced Marks & Spencer to suspend online clothing sales for nearly seven weeks, impacting operating profits by around £300 million. Suspects face charges like computer misuse and money laundering. Marks & Spencer collaborated with the FBI, identifying a group called DragonForce, and resumed online operations after resolving the disruption.
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