Meta-owned WhatsApp is bringing back its “About” status feature, allowing users to post short text updates similar to Instagram Notes. The feature lets users share what they’re up to, why they may not be available, or start conversations with their contacts. Read More: WhatsApp to roll out face and fingerprint login for chat backups Unlike Instagram […]
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MPA orders Meta to stop using PG-13 label
Meta has received a cease-and-desist letter from the Motion Picture Association (MPA), demanding the company immediately stop using the term “PG-13” on its platforms, The Wall Street Journal reported. The dispute began last month when Meta stated that teens on Instagram would, by default, only see content adhering to PG-13 movie ratings. The MPA responded […]
Meta acquires 1GW solar power to fuel AI ambitions
Tech giant Meta has signed a deal to acquire around 1 gigawatt of solar power, further expanding its renewable energy portfolio to over 3 gigawatts this year, as the company seeks to support its growing artificial intelligence operations. Meta finalized two agreements in Louisiana to purchase the environmental attributes of 385 megawatts of electricity, with […]
WhatsApp to roll out face and fingerprint login for chat backups
SAN FRANCISCO: WhatsApp has unveiled a new privacy feature that will soon allow users to back up their chats using their face, fingerprint, or screen lock code, strengthening account security and simplifying the login process for over 3 billion active users worldwide. According to the Meta-owned messaging giant, the feature—set to launch in the coming […]
Sindh CM, Meta delegation discuss AI collaboration under LLM initiative
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah met with a delegation from Meta, led by its Director Public Policy, South Asia, Sarim Aziz on Thursday and discussed the Sindh government’s collaboration with Meta on the Llama Large Language Model (LLM) initiative aimed at strengthening national artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities and promoting local innovation. Senior Minister […]
Meta delegation meets commerce minister to discuss AI collaboration
A delegation from Meta, led by Mr.Rafael Frankel, Director for Public Policy (South Asia), called on Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan at the Ministry of Commerce in Islamabad to discuss cooperation in digital trade, e-commerce, and artificial intelligence (AI). Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce, Rana Ihsaan Afzal, was also present in […]
Instagram rolls out teen accounts in Pakistan
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) partnered with Meta to launch Instagram’s new Teen Accounts feature in Pakistan. The event included representatives from Meta, UNICEF, and key child protection organizations. It aimed to raise awareness about online safety for teenagers. During the launch, live demonstrations showed how Teen Accounts work and protect youth online. Officials emphasized […]
Bilawal discusses AI, online safety features with Meta delegation
Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Tuesday met with a delegation from Meta Platforms led by Director of Public Policy for South and Central Asia, Sarim Aziz. During the meeting, the Meta delegation briefed Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on recent developments related to Meta AI and the new safety features introduced for teen […]
UN nations sign first cybercrime treaty
HANOI – More than 60 countries signed the first-ever United Nations treaty on cybercrime in Hanoi on Saturday, marking a historic step toward building global cooperation against online criminal activity. However, the treaty has drawn sharp criticism from tech companies and human rights groups, who warn it could lead to increased state surveillance and misuse […]
New Instagram feature lets parents block AI chats for teens
Meta announced a new feature allowing parents to disable their teens’ private AI chats on Instagram. This step aims to increase safety after criticism over AI chatbot behavior. The company wants to prevent minors from engaging in inappropriate conversations with AI characters. Earlier this week, Meta said it will guide its AI content for teens […]