Facebook has reportedly suspended “around 200” applications on its platform as part of an investigation into misuse of private user data.
Are you ready for Facebook coins?
Following the formation of its own blockchain division, recent reports have suggested that Facebook is looking into creating its own cryptocurrency.
Facebook announces biggest management overhaul to date
Facebook Inc Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg has announced the launch of a blockchain division in the company.
Cambridge Analytica shuts down amid Facebook data scandal
Cambridge Analytica, the political consultancy at the centre of the Facebook data-sharing scandal, is shutting down, it was reported on Wednesday.
Facebook wants to help you build more “meaningful relationships”
At Facebook’s annual developers conference, F8, CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced a new dating feature.
Facebook rolls out trial of ‘dislike’ button
Facebook is trialling new technology on some Australian and New Zealand users which allows people to give comments an “up” or “down” vote.
WhatsApp CEO resigns amid Facebook data dispute
Jan Koum’s plan to exit comes after clashing with the parent company over WhatApp’s strategy and Facebook’s attempts to use its personal data and weaken its encryption.
National Media Council joins Facebook in fight against “fake news”
The National Media Council, NMC, and Facebook have teamed to pool their respective resources in an effort to combat the proliferation of false news.
Facebook plans to swerve EU privacy law with new policy
Facebook is set to move more than 1.5 billion users out of reach of a new European privacy law, which would allow regulators to fine companies for data breaches.
Facebook CEO’s data was part of Cambridge Analytica leak
During the hearing this week, Zuckerberg revealed that he was among the nearly 87 million people whose personal information was improperly shared with political consultancy Cambridge Analytica.
Facebook can’t even control its own data: US congress
During the second day of congress hearings, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed that he was among the nearly 87 million people whose personal information was improperly shared with political consultancy Cambridge Analytica.
Zuckerberg to congress: Facebook is open to the “right” regulations
Facebook chief executive Mark Zuckerberg on Tuesday during the first of two US congressional hearings apologised, defended his company, and jousted with questioners while agreeing with others.
“My mistake, I’m sorry,” says Facebook’s Zuckerberg
“We didn’t take a broad enough view of our responsibility, and that was a big mistake. It was my mistake, and I’m sorry,” Zuckerberg said in his written testimony released by the House commerce committee.
Up to 87 million users exposed in data scandal, says Facebook
Facebook said on Wednesday the personal data of up to 87 million users was improperly shared with British political consultancy Cambridge Analytica, Reuters reported.
Facebook’s Zuckerberg to testify in US congress over data scandal
Facebook chief Mark Zuckerberg said in March he would testify before Congress, but turned down an invitation by British lawmakers to explain to a parliamentary committee what had happened.
Facebook’s new data policy causes temporary heartbreak for Tinder users
Facebook’s latest API changes led to a momentary setback in virtual romance on Wednesday, as Tinder users were trapped in a log-in loop and unable to access their account.
Facebook takes down Russian troll accounts
Facebook has reportedly suspended 70 accounts, 138 pages and 65 Instagram accounts associated with a “troll factory,” which has been sanctioned by US authorities for fake activism and misleading political posts.
Zuckerberg hits back at Cook’s jab on Facebook
In a recent televised interview with MSNBC and Recode, Apple CEO Tim Cook was asked how we would have responded if he was in the shoes of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, who is reeling from the Cambridge Analytica fallout.
“We must do more to keep people informed”: Facebook boosts privacy tools
Facebook has announced updates to its privacy settings to further help people understand the choices they have over their data …
Will UAE users get off Facebook after data misuse revelations?
Following revelations about Facebook data being misused for political campaigning in 2014, we spoke to members of the UAE public to …