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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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Linda Yaccarino and X got off easy at the Senate hearing
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
The Senate hearing on child exploitation and social media focused heavily on Mark Zuckerberg and Shou Zi Chew, while X CEO Linda Yaccarino managed to avoid tough questioning. Zuckerberg faced the most scrutiny, especially regarding his alleged ignorance of an email concerning teen well-being. Yaccarino stated that less than 1% of X users in the US are under 18, but it remains unclear how X tracks user ages. Although X has more adult users, it doesn't mean that teens hardly use the platform. Yaccarino also addressed concerns about X's investment in trust and safety teams. Despite avoiding embarrassment at the hearing, X still faces challenges with handling child exploitation material.
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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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Mark Zuckerberg was forced to physically stand up and face families affected by online abuse
Business Insider
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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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Meta, TikTok CEOs to defend against claims their platforms hurt children
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
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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Musk tells Joe Rogan heโs still down to kick Zuckโs ass
Gizmodo
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1y ago
Medial
The article discusses Tesla CEO Elon Musk's recent appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience podcast. During the podcast, Musk expressed his willingness to fight Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, despite the previously hyped fight not happening. Musk claimed to have training in various martial arts and street fighting, highlighting his advantage over Zuckerberg. The conversation also covered topics such as the Tesla Cybertruck, Musk's purchase of Twitter, and the "woke mind virus." This marks Musk's fourth appearance on the podcast, following his memorable debut in 2018.
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What it's like to give Mark Zuckerberg feedback
Business Insider
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1y ago
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In a recent podcast interview, Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth revealed that when people give feedback to Mark Zuckerberg, he often disagrees at first. However, he doesn't dismiss the feedback entirely and instead puts it through a process of "pressure testing" by seeking different perspectives and opinions. Eventually, he starts implementing the changes he previously dismissed. Bosworth emphasized that although Zuckerberg absorbs vast amounts of information daily, he always has a reason for his decisions. Despite his reputation for confidence bordering on arrogance, Bosworth described Zuckerberg as a kind person to work for. He also praised the effectiveness of Zuckerberg's feedback process.
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Mark Zuckerberg jokes that Sheryl Sandberg raised him 'like a parent'
Business Insider
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1y ago
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In a recent interview, Mark Zuckerberg praised former Meta COO Sheryl Sandberg, jokingly saying that she "raised him like a parent" and played a crucial role in his growth as a manager. Zuckerberg also highlighted the importance of working with experienced individuals, including Sandberg, in shaping his leadership philosophy and management style. Despite some key departures, Zuckerberg emphasized the strong bond within his current team and the value of having reliable people to rely on as a founder. Sandberg remains an advisor to Meta's board after leaving the company in 2022.
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Instagram Has Massive Child Exploitation Problem But No Arrest For Zuckerberg: Musk
Internet
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11m ago
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Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk on Sunday came out in support of Telegram Founder Pavel Durov, saying Mark Zuckerberg should instead be arrested for 'massive child exploitation' problem on his Meta-owned Instagram. The billionaire reacted after Russian-born Pavel Durov, founder and owner of the popular encrypted messaging app Telegram, was arrested in France over numerous charges related to his platform, and faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted.
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Mark Zuckerberg gave a fan his vintage Facebook hoodie with a hand-written note
Business Insider
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1y ago
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Matt Thompson, a fan of Mark Zuckerberg and Meta, received a personalized hoodie from the Facebook founder. The hoodie, one of Zuckerberg's old favorites, features the original Facebook slogan, "make the world more open and connected," printed on the lining. Zuckerberg sent it as part of a promotion on the platform's 20th anniversary, where fans could bid on the hoodie for free. Thompson plans to frame it and let his Zuck-obsessed child and high school eSports team members wear it. The gesture also highlights a fundraiser Thompson is organizing for his students, who are big fans of Meta's platforms.
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Mark Zuckerberg sells Meta shares for first time in 2 years.
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has sold approximately 682,000 shares of Meta, worth around $185 million, marking his first share sale since November 2021. Although Zuckerberg regularly offloaded Meta stocks in the past decade, he did not sell any in 2022 despite the company's poor performance. Meta's stock has surged by 172% this year, approaching its record highs of 2021. Zuckerberg retains around 13% of Meta, valued at $117.7 billion, contributing to his overall fortune. He aims to give away 99% of his wealth through the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative.
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