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Mother Fights Social Media Platforms After Teen Son's Suicide: The Deadly Impact of Algorithmic Content
Dec 12, 2025 02:49 am CST
A French mother is seeking justice after her 15-year-old son's suicide, which she attributes to harmful social media algorithms that promoted suicide-related content. As France considers restricting teen access to social media platforms, this case highlights the growing global concern about digital platforms' impact on youth mental health and calls for greater accountability from tech companies to protect vulnerable users.
Ray-Ban Meta Glasses Lead AI Eyewear Market While Navigating Privacy Concerns and Rising Competition
Dec 10, 2025 04:37 pm CST
EssilorLuxottica's Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses have successfully boosted revenue and currently dominate the AI eyewear market with a 60% share, bridging technology with fashion expertise. However, the product faces significant challenges from increasing privacy concerns under EU regulations and emerging competition from tech giants like Apple, Google, and Alibaba. While the company leverages its extensive distribution network and prestigious brand portfolio to maintain its advantage, analysts question whether this first-mover position will withstand the rapidly evolving smart eyewear landscape.
YouTube Dominates UK Online Viewing with 51 Minutes Daily Screen Time, Reshaping Britain's Media Landscape
Dec 10, 2025 03:25 pm CST
According to Ofcom's latest report, Britons now spend an average of 51 minutes daily watching YouTube, as tech giants Alphabet and Meta capture over half of all online time in the UK. This shift in media consumption is transforming Britain's broadcasting landscape, with traditional TV networks losing ground while digital platforms dominate the £60 billion advertising market.
Meta AI Pioneer Yann LeCun Exits to Launch Advanced Machine Intelligence Startup
Nov 20, 2025 07:08 pm CST
Yann LeCun, renowned AI "godfather" and Meta's long-time AI research leader, announces departure to establish a new startup focused on Advanced Machine Intelligence. His new venture aims to develop AI systems that understand the physical world, maintain persistent memory, and can reason and plan complex actions - a direction that diverged from Meta's focus on large language models. Meta will partner with LeCun's startup while pursuing different AI strategies.
Meta Appoints Former Metaverse VP Vishal Shah to Lead AI Product Management in Strategic Tech Reshuffle
Oct 28, 2025 10:27 am CST
Meta Platforms has appointed Vishal Shah, former Instagram product leader and Metaverse VP, to head product management for AI products as the company intensifies its focus on artificial intelligence development. This strategic move comes amid fierce competition with Microsoft, OpenAI and Anthropic, highlighting Meta's commitment to advancing AI capabilities while restructuring its technology leadership team.
Instagram Explores Dedicated TV App to Expand Video Presence and Challenge YouTube
Oct 10, 2025 02:53 pm CST
Instagram is developing a dedicated TV application to strengthen its video strategy and compete with platforms like YouTube and TikTok. CEO Adam Mosseri believes vertical video content can work in TV formats, as the platform with 3 billion monthly users continues its evolution from photos to video-centric features like Reels, particularly targeting growth in markets like India.
New York City Files Landmark Lawsuit Against Social Media Giants Over Youth Mental Health Crisis
Oct 09, 2025 11:38 am CST
New York City has initiated legal action against major social media platforms including Facebook, TikTok, Snapchat, and YouTube, alleging these companies deliberately designed addictive products that have fueled a mental health crisis among youth. The 327-page federal complaint cites alarming screen time statistics and dangerous trends like "subway surfing" while seeking damages for the significant public health and economic impact on the city's 1.8 million residents under age 18.
Meta Launches 'Vibes': A New Platform for Creating and Sharing AI-Generated Videos
Sep 26, 2025 03:38 pm CST
Meta Platforms has introduced Vibes, a new platform for AI-generated videos that allows users to create, enhance, and share short-form content across Meta's ecosystem. Available through the Meta AI app and meta.ai website, Vibes represents Meta's strategic investment in artificial intelligence technology following the establishment of its Superintelligence Labs division.
Elon Musk's xAI Signs Contract to Provide Grok AI Chatbot to US Federal Agencies Through 2027
Sep 26, 2025 02:24 am CST
Elon Musk's xAI has secured a contract with the U.S. General Services Administration to provide its Grok AI chatbot to federal agencies through March 2027. The deal offers Grok 4 and Grok 4 Fast models at 42 cents per organization, undercutting OpenAI's ChatGPT pricing. This agreement is part of the GSA's "OneGov Strategy" to standardize technology procurement and expand AI adoption across government operations, joining other providers like Meta, Google, and Anthropic in the federal AI ecosystem.
Trump To Impose $100,000 Fee For H-1B Visas Amid Immigration Crackdown
Sep 20, 2025 04:34 am CST
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to introduce a new $100,000 application fee for H-1B worker visas, according to a White House official, in an effort to reduce their use as part of his broader immigration crackdown.