A brief history of Mark Zuckerberg's public apologies
The Meta CEO has found himself mired in controversy with the social media platform and apologizing for mistakes from user data privacy issues to criticism about safety and oversight.
Meta, TikTok, other social media CEOs testify before Senate Judiciary Committee on child exploitation
The CEOs of Meta, TikTok, X and other social media companies have testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee about child safety on their platforms.
Videos: Zuckerberg grilled, stands and apologizes during child safety hearing before Senate
The Meta CEO faced scathing questioning regarding Facebook and Instagram oversight and reporting of explicit content involving children
From ‘doxxing trucks’ to Nicki and Megan’s feud, what exactly does it mean to ‘dox’ someone?
“Doxxing” may be a term that’s popped up more frequently in your feeds recently. Here is what it means to “dox” someone, and how it may or may not be considered a crime.
Elon Musk says first human patient received Neuralink brain implant and is recovering well
Billionaire CEO Elon Musk said the first human to receive a Neuralink cybernetic implant did so on Sunday and is recovering well.
Do Stanley cups pose a lead poisoning risk? Here's what to know about online claims
As demand for Stanley tumblers has surged, consumers have started posting about lead concerns online, and the company responded to offer some clarity.
MacKenzie Scott sold $10.4 billion in Amazon shares in 2023
MacKenzie Scott, the ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, reportedly offloaded about one-quarter of her stake in the company last year, which was worth more than $10 billion.
Layoff list: Major tech companies that have cut jobs so far in 2024
More than 20,000 jobs have already been shed in the tech industry just three weeks into the new year, according to one layoff tracking site.
Taylor Swift AI-generated explicit photos spark outrage
Sexually explicit and abusive fake images of Taylor Swift began circulating widely this week on the social media platform X.
Is 'smartphone pinky' real? Doctors weigh in
The indent on your pinky is real, doctors say, but “smartphone pinky" is not.
Creators of AI-generated George Carlin special sued by comedian’s estate
George Carlin’s estate alleges in a lawsuit that the creators of the AI-generated comedy special used the legendary comedian’s likeness and voice on its YouTube channel.
Apple opening iPhones to other app stores, but only in Europe
Apple will allow some iPhone users to access separate, non-Apple app stores, the company announced Thursday in response to European regulations meant to give consumers more choices.
Mark Zuckerberg plans to build advanced AI, worrying experts
The Meta CEO said on social media that he wants to make the new AI tools available to everyone.
High school newspaper sparks police investigation into Instagram sextortion scheme targeting students
A Colorado high school newspaper uncovered a revenge porn scheme involving multiple Instagram accounts that have been asking students for money to view or remove explicit photos of them.
Apple iPhone’s stolen device protection: How to turn on newest security feature
Apple iPhone’s Stolen Device Protection is available with the latest iOS 17.3 software update.
Controversial tech company quietly deletes ban on 'military' use from terms of service
OpenAI previously banned use of its tech for 'weapons development, military and warfare'