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Technology Meta Faces Biggest Trial Yet Over Child Safety as US States Seek $1.4 Trillion
Dozens of US states are suing Meta for up to $1.4 trillion, alleging Facebook and Instagram are designed to addict children. The trial begins this week in Oakland, with four states as plaintiffs. Legal experts doubt the maximum penalty will be imposed.
Technology Meta Ran Ads for an App That Promised to Nudify Female Politicians
Meta's ad systems ran promotions for Kromix, an AI tool that produces nonconsensual pornographic videos resembling female US politicians, according to WIRED. The ads were removed only after WIRED asked about them, underscoring gaps in automated ad review and App Store enforcement.
Technology Meta Outlines Stricter Safeguards for Prominent Accounts After PM Modi Post Incident
Meta has communicated to the Indian government enhanced safeguards for content posted by Prime Minister Modi and other prominent accounts, including multiple review levels by senior officials. This follows a brief restriction of Modi's Facebook post due to an AI filter glitch, which the government deemed inadequately explained.
Technology Instagram, Facebook Ran AI ‘Nudify’ Ads from China, Report Says
According to the Tech Transparency Project, Meta’s Facebook and Instagram ran thousands of ads for AI “nudify” apps that can create non-consensual intimate images, delivered by Beijing-based advertising partner GatherOne. The ads violated Meta’s own policies against sexually suggestive content. Meta says it prohibits such apps and takes action, but the report suggests revenue priorities may be overriding enforcement.
Technology Facebook's New AI Tools Offer Photo-Editing and Question-Answering, But Little That's New
Meta announced a suite of AI tools for Facebook, including a question-answering chatbot called AI Mode and photo-editing features like collage cutouts and video montages. The tools draw data from Meta's apps and are powered by Muse Spark, but offer little novelty compared to existing AI assistants.
Meta Enlists Pentagon Supplier Rank One Computing to Prototype Face Recognition for Smart Glasses
Meta licensed face-recognition software from Rank One Computing, a company that sells surveillance tools to police and military, for its smart glasses. The arrangement reveals the blurring line between military surveillance tech and consumer devices, as dormant code was found in the Meta AI app.
Technology Meta Platforms Hit by Major Outage: Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram Down
On June 12, 2026, Meta's social media platforms – Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger – experienced a significant outage starting around 9 AM ET. Down Detector reported over 120,000 user complaints for Facebook alone. Meta's VP of Communications confirmed the company is aware and working on the issue.
Technology AI's Role in Transforming Supply Chains: Insights from Meta
Naomi Gleit, Meta's longest-serving employee, discusses the transformative impact of AI on supply chains. She highlights Meta's strategic initiatives and the broader implications for global trade.