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  Meta Connect 2024: From Quest 3S VR to Orion AR Glasses – What to expect?

  Technology | September 23, 2024 13:00 IST

  Meta Connect 2024, the annual event of the company is set to kickstart on September 25, and it is expected to unveil a range of innovative AR/VR devices and AI-driven wearables. Let’s dive into the major announcements expected at the event.

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  Instagram introduces ‘Teen Accounts’ with parental controls for child safety: Details here

  Technology | September 17, 2024 23:43 IST

  This move comes in response to rising concerns over the impact of social media on teens' mental health. Meta, along with other social platforms like YouTube and TikTok, has been facing numerous lawsuits over the addictive nature of their platforms.

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  'Facebook has discredited itself': Kremlin fumes as Meta bans Russian media over 'interference'

  World | September 17, 2024 17:28 IST

  Meta on Monday said it was banning RT and Rossiya Segodnya among other Russian state media, claiming the outlets had used deceptive tactics to carry out covert influence operations online.

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  Meta cracks down on Russian state-controlled media globally

  Technology | September 17, 2024 13:22 IST

  Meta has banned Russian-controlled media from its platform due to their covert operations. The company fears that these media platforms will engage in deceptive practices going forward too.

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  Meta AI on WhatsApp set to offer multiple voice options, including celebrity voices

  Technology | September 12, 2024 17:01 IST

  As WhatsApp continues to develop Meta AI’s voice mode, users can look forward to more personalized and immersive experiences that elevate the app’s capabilities even further.

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  Meta collaborates with Telangana to boost E-governance and citizen services with AI integration

  Technology | September 05, 2024 22:07 IST

  Meta announced a two-year partnership with the Telangana government on Thursday to boost innovation in Artificial Intelligence (AI). The collaboration aims to equip public officials and citizens with advanced AI technologies to improve e-governance and citizen services.

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  Why does Meta restrict camera access on VR Headsets? All you need to know

  Technology | August 19, 2024 13:36 IST

  Meta’s cautious approach to limiting camera access on VR headsets highlights the company’s focus on user privacy and security. However, as developers continue to push the boundaries of VR capabilities, we might see more creative workarounds or even changes in Meta’s policies in the coming time.

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  WhatsApp brings Custom Sticker creation with Meta AI: Here’s how it works

  Technology | August 18, 2024 15:16 IST

  WhatsApp has added a new feature for those who prefer to chat with the help of stickers. The new feature includes the ability to create custom stickers using Meta AI within the app.

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  How to enable Dark Mode in the Facebook app?

  Technology | August 11, 2024 18:46 IST

  If you are annoyed with the bright white background of your Facebook homepage then here is how you can turn that white base light to black- making it less stressful for your eyes.

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  WhatsApp to introduce real-time voice conversations with Meta AI

  Technology | August 08, 2024 9:43 IST

  WhatsApp aims to improve the functionality and user experience of Meta AI's voice capabilities. As development continues, these enhancements promise to make AI interactions more customizable, intuitive, and user-friendly for WhatsApp users.

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  'Happy Knee Day': Mark Zuckerberg's wife celebrates his recovery with a cake, Meta CEO reacts

  Trending | August 07, 2024 16:49 IST

  The heartwarming exchange between Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan on Instagram is a perfect example of how a small gesture can bring people together.

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  Instagram creators can now create their AI persona to chat with their followers, fans

  Technology | July 30, 2024 13:28 IST

  Instagram creators' AI persona is part of Instagram's AI Studio, which the company first showcased at its Connect event last year. It is currently available to a few selected prominent Instagrammers.

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  Facebook removes 63,000 accounts in Nigeria over 'sextortion' scams

  Technology | July 24, 2024 18:30 IST

  These scams were conducted by Nigerian online fraudsters, known as "Yahoo boys"- who are popular in the region for conducting a variety of scams, including impersonating people in financial distress or posing as Nigerian princes offering extraordinary investment returns.

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  Meta AI now available in Hindi: How to use?

  Technology | July 24, 2024 14:15 IST

  Meta AI is now available in seven new languages, including Hindi. The company claims that the platform has become more creative and intelligent. In addition to Hindi and the Hindi-romanised script, Meta AI now supports languages such as French, Portuguese, Spanish, German, and Italian.

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  Global cyber outage disrupts Meta's content moderation vendors

  Technology | July 21, 2024 16:23 IST

  A source familiar with the situation told Reuters that the social media giant experienced a SEV1 alert due to the disruptions. SEV1, Meta's term for a "code red" alert, indicates high-stakes problems with its systems that demand immediate attention.

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  Mark Zuckerberg praises Donald Trump's 'badass' response to assassination attempt

  World | July 20, 2024 12:14 IST

  The Meta boss declined to endorse any presidential candidate for the upcoming election but acknowledged Trump's strong appeal to some Americans. Several influential businessmen including Tesla CEO Elon Musk have backed Trump for president.

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  Recent major tech outages: List of global disruptions across multiple sectors | DETAILS

  Technology | July 19, 2024 19:05 IST

  A global tech outage on Friday disrupted airlines, broadcasters, banking, and healthcare services, with cybersecurity firm Crowdstrike addressing issues linked to a Microsoft Windows update defect.

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  Meta launches ‘verified subscription’ plans for businesses in India: Details

  Technology | July 17, 2024 14:52 IST

  The new Meta Verified feature has been introduced for the Indian businesses, which will offer the users a verified badge. This would help in enhancing the account support and impersonation protection.

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  Meta to ease restrictions on Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts

  Technology | July 14, 2024 18:08 IST

  Meta's decision to lift restrictions on Trump's accounts marks a significant development in the ongoing debate over political speech and social media regulation. It reflects Meta's evolving policies regarding the balance between allowing political expression and maintaining community standards.

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  India is the most active country for Meta's Threads: Here is the reason

  Technology | July 04, 2024 16:06 IST

  Mark Zuckerberg, Founder and CEO of Meta, has announced that Threads has surpassed 175 million monthly active users globally, marking a significant milestone for the platform.