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    Facebook considered offering an ad-free subscription after the Cambridge Analytica scandal

    After the Cambridge Analytica data scandal broke in 2018, things got bad enough for Meta (then Facebook) that Mark Zuckerberg had to face Congress to try to explain what had happened. The focus on how much data Facebook had on everyone, including “shadow profiles” for non-Facebook users, was enough to shake financial markets and, eventually, prompt a public apology tour…

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    Mark Zuckerberg once suggested wiping all Facebook friends lists to boost usage

    Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg had a “potentially crazy idea” in 2022 to get people using Facebook more: deleting everyone’s friends’ lists. The possibility was discussed on Monday via internal emails shown by the FTC as Zuckerberg testified during Meta’s antitrust trial. Zuckerberg floated the idea of considering “wiping everyone’s graphs” — their friends lists — “and having them start again,”…

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    Meta Is Expanding Teen Accounts to Facebook and Messenger

    Social media can be a fantastic way to connect with friends and family, but it can also be dangerous—especially for kids and young adults. While modern social media platforms like Facebook have been around for over 20 years, figuring out how to make these apps and sites safe for minors is still an ongoing challenge. For all its faults, Meta…

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    Facebook launches Friends tab: a new feed that ditches algorithmic junk

    Facebook is trying to go back to its roots with a new “Friends” tab that filters out the algorithmic recommendations that have taken over its main feed. The new tab is rolling out in the US and Canada, and will show your friends’ stories, reels, posts, and birthdays. In a blog post announcing the feature, the company says, “Over the…

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    Facebook discloses FreeType 2 flaw exploited in attacks

    Facebook is warning that a FreeType vulnerability in all versions up to 2.13 can lead to arbitrary code execution, with reports that the flaw has been exploited in attacks. FreeType is a popular open-source font rendering library used to display text and programmatically add text to images. It provides functionality to load, rasterize, and render fonts in various formats, such…

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    How to spot a fake Facebook account

    Fake Facebook accounts are a pervasive issue. They are used for various malicious activities, ranging from spreading misinformation to conducting phishing scams. Identifying these accounts is crucial for protecting yourself and your online community. This post provides practical tips and techniques to help you spot fake Facebook profiles. Why fake Facebook accounts are created Understanding the motivations behind fake accounts…

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    Federal workers say they increasingly distrust platforms like Facebook

    As Elon Musk and President Donald Trump have sought to gut and remake the federal government to their liking, federal workers have changed how they communicate with one another and with friends. They have locked down communication channels, migrated to new platforms, and what was once skepticism has grown into deep distrust — not just of their boss’s boss’s boss,…

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    Microsoft Teams is becoming more like Facebook – Computerworld

    Microsoft Teams users can expect a slew of new features in an upcoming update that is currently in full testing, including Storyline, a Facebook-like feed where users can share messages, news, or congratulations. Users can also follow people via Storyline, much as they would on Facebook According to The Verge, Storyline is considered a successor to Viva Engage. Users will…

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    How to Delete or Deactivate Your Facebook Account

    Once you’re finally ready to make your grand exit from Facebook, it’s relatively simple. If you’re logged in with a web browser, go to this page and click on “Delete Account.” Or if you’re using the app, scroll down for the directions. It’s no secret that Facebook doesn’t want you to leave, and so your account won’t be deleted immediately.…

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    Facebook Privacy Settings You Should Change Right Now

    As we discussed above, Meta’s data collection doesn’t stop when you leave the platform. If you’ve ever gone to a website that uses Facebook services—Like and Share buttons, Facebook Login, or the company’s invisible analytics tools—you’ve provided info on the stories you’ve read, the videos you’ve watched, and the products you’ve looked at. “If those buttons are on the page,…

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