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Facebook must do more to fight climate change denial, campaigners say

A 40-page study alleges that climate change misinformation is being systemically spread by Facebook. The social media giant denies the claims.

Tech News

Germany bans Facebook from handling WhatsApp data

The regulator suggested that the decision wasn’t just about protecting users' privacy but also to avoid the use of data "to influence voters' decisions to manipulate democratic choices", citing the upcoming 26 September parliamentary elections in Germany.

Tech News

This country is having a major tech boom - and wants to give you a job

It has attracted the likes of Facebook and Google. But with a local talent deficit, Singapore is looking abroad for skilled workers to fuel its tech boom.

United Kingdom

English football leads social media racism boycott

For the next few days, there will be no goal clips, lineup announcements, or even title celebrations. This means that if Manchester City clinches the Premier League trophy on Sunday it will not celebrate the title on social media.

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Ecotech

Facebook global operations are now supported by 100% renewable energy

The tech giant has reached a huge environmental milestone and is celebrating by connecting people on Earth Day.

Ireland

Ireland launches data protection inquiry into Facebook hack

The personal data of more than 530 million Facebook users were found on a hacker's forum last week.

France

Life is a Bitche for French town after Facebook page removed in error

It was assumed that Facebook's algorithm may have confused 'Bitche' with an English insult.

The Cube

Experts debunk claims that vaccines cause new COVID-19 variants

False rumours have circulated on Facebook in France that vaccinated people are more likely to infect others with new strains. Immunologists and the WHO have reiterated that there is "no evidence" of this.

USA

Big Tech CEOs face questions in U.S. Congress over misinformation

Facebook, Twitter, and Google were questioned by lawmakers on their efforts to combat misinformation following the storming of the Capitol building.

China

Chinese hackers are targeting Uighur Muslims abroad, says Facebook

Facebook says it has taken action against hacker groups based in China, which are targeting Uighur Muslims in Xinjiang province and abroad.

Poland

Writer charged for calling Poland's president a 'moron'

Polish writer faces a potential three-year prison sentence for calling President Duda a "moron" in a Facebook post.

France

Complaint filed against Facebook over online hate and disinformation

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) claims that the "massive proliferation" of hate messages and false information on Facebook violates the platform's commitments to online users.

The Cube

Facebook on a new mission to curb COVID-19 vaccine misinformation

The new features aim to tackle misinformation on a wide scale and aid the vaccine roll-out.

The Cube

Instagram algorithms push misinformation to users, study claims

The report found that users curious about dubious posts were directed to more false claims and dangerous content.

World News

Could Facebook's news row in Australia replicate itself in Europe?

Facebook's move to ban news sites from its platform in Australia was a chilling warning for those who fear the same could happen in Europe.

Australia

Australia passes law to make Google and Facebook pay for news

Australia's parliament passed final amendments to a media law on Thursday that will force Google and Facebook to pay for news content.

Earth News

Conspiracy theorists are setting snow on fire ‘to prove it’s not real’

As massive snowstorms devastate parts of the US, some social media users are trying to claim the weather is a hoax.

Australia

Facebook will lift Australia news ban after striking payment deal

On February 18, 2021, Facebook hit back at publishers and the government with a sudden decision to block news on its platform across the entire country.

Earth News

How is Facebook tackling climate misinformation?

The social media giant is introducing a completely new feature.

Australia

Facebook blocks news content in Australia over proposed media law

Australian and global news organisations had their content removed from Facebook pages in Australia over a new law that would make digital platforms pay for content.