The Doomsday Machine was never supposed to exist. It was meant to be a thought experiment that went like this: Imagine a device built with … Facebook Is a Doomsday MachineRead more
Facebook hits $1 trillion value after judge rejects antitrust complaints
A U.S. judge on Monday dismissed federal and state antitrust complaints against Facebook Inc that sought to force the social media company to sell Instagram … Facebook hits $1 trillion value after judge rejects antitrust complaintsRead more
She risked everything to expose Facebook. Now she’s telling her story
The world first learned of Sophie Zhang in September 2020, when BuzzFeed News obtained and published highlights from an abridged version of her nearly 8,000-word … She risked everything to expose Facebook. Now she’s telling her storyRead more
‘Dig deeper’ on Facebook role in Capitol riot
Tech accountability groups are urging members of Congress to “dig deeper” into the role Facebook played in leading up to the Jan. 6 riot at … ‘Dig deeper’ on Facebook role in Capitol riotRead more
Big Oil spent $10 million on Facebook ads last year — to sell what, exactly?
Online advertisers are always trying to sell you something, and in the case of slip-on sneakers or leather handbags, that something is pretty clear. But … Big Oil spent $10 million on Facebook ads last year — to sell what, exactly?Read more
The chilling grip of Facebook’s invisible hand
Big Tech has big power over freedom of expression—and that is a big problem. Over the last several months, it has become quite apparent that … The chilling grip of Facebook’s invisible handRead more
Social media platforms like Facebook are killing people
A reporter asked the president if he had a message for social media companies about Covid misinformation. President Biden replied, “They’re killing people. Look, the … Social media platforms like Facebook are killing peopleRead more
How do Google and Facebook threaten the Free Press?
From France to Australia to the US state of Maryland, the free press is waging a battle for survival against Facebook and Google. Besides being … How do Google and Facebook threaten the Free Press?Read more
Facebook’s Role in Delhi Riots Must Be Looked Into
The Supreme Court on Thursday observed that the national capital cannot afford any repetition of the violence that took place in February last year, while … Facebook’s Role in Delhi Riots Must Be Looked IntoRead more
Over 2 Million Left Brain-Dead In Most Brutal Day Of Culture Wars Yet
With casualties in the ruthless conflict continuing to mount, sources confirmed more than 2 million Americans were left brain-dead Friday during the most brutal day … Over 2 Million Left Brain-Dead In Most Brutal Day Of Culture Wars YetRead more