Tag: author_name|Karissa Bell
Meta has misled users about scam ads on Facebook and Instagram, lawsuit says
Meta is facing a new lawsuit over its advertising practices. The nonprofit group Consumer Federation of America (CFA) has filed a proposed class-action suit against Meta for “failing to protect users” from scam ads on Facebook and Instagram. The lawsuit, which was first reported by Wired, alleges that Meta has…
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LinkedIn’s new Crosscheck feature lets premium subscribers test competing AI models for free
You can now use LinkedIn to test out some of the latest AI models from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google and other companies without having to worry about token limits or paying for an extra subscription. The professional network is experimenting with a new feature that allows people to test AI platforms’…
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Sam Altman’s ‘human verification’ company thinks its eye-scanning orbs could solve ticket scalping
Sam Altman's cryptocurrency turned identity verification startup Tools for Humanity is offering a new set of perks to people who scan their eyes at one of the company's orbs. Among them, is a new tool called Concert Kit that could help bands and artists fight back against ticket scalping bots. …
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Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren’t hurting (or helping) their mental health
Most teens in the United States say that Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat aren't harming their mental health, though a slightly higher proportion report negative effects on their sleep and productivity, according to a new report from Pew Research. The report offers fresh insights into how teens perceive the effects of…
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The latest Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses are more customizable and expensive
The latest iteration of Meta's smart glasses has arrived and, as rumored, they are more customizable, particularly for people who need prescription lenses. Meta and Ray-Ban parent company EssilorLuxottica revealed two new styles of frames: the Ray-Ban Meta Blayzer Optics and Scriber Optics, which will start at $499 a pair. …
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Meta is testing an Instagram Plus subscription service with exclusive features
Meta is testing a new subscription service for Instagram that offers users "exclusive" features like the ability to post Stories for longer than 24 hours. Screenshots promoting "Instagram Plus" have been spotted by users in the Philippines and Mexico in recent days. According to screenshots shared by social media consultant…
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