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Meta faces UK and US investigations over AI smart glasses
According to multiple reports, the company’s contractors in Kenya are allegedly reviewing users’ private intimate content for training purposes.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 5, 2026 -
Retrieved from Sensor Tower on March 06, 2026
Retail and grocery brands dominate ChatGPT ads
Since OpenAI began running ads four weeks ago, data tracked by Sensor Tower showed more than 100 individual brand promotions.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 5, 2026 -
Retrieved from OpenAI on March 06, 2026
Meta to let rival AI chatbots on WhatsApp in EU
The company was pressured into this concession by the EU Commission and is allowing competitors access in an effort to prevent regulatory proceedings.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 5, 2026 -
Retrieved from Meta on March 06, 2026
Meta says its AI-optimized data centers support the US economy
The company touted an uptick in construction jobs and infrastructure support, while also committing to the White House’s Ratepayer Protection Pledge.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 5, 2026 -
Retrieved from YouTube on March 05, 2026
YouTube updates Payment Activity overview, provides more detailed data
The platform’s new capabilities include more detailed earnings and payout data to help creators better manage their AdSense accounts.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 4, 2026 -
Retrieved from Meta on April 19, 2024
Meta tests shopping AI chatbot in US
The feature would allow users to request product recommendations, per Bloomberg, and is similar to functions being tested by Google and OpenAI.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 3, 2026 -
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More teen social media bans are coming, but will they work?
While the world attempts to limit underage access to apps, teenagers continue to find new ways to bypass rules and undermine systems.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 2, 2026 -
Retrieved from Threads on February 27, 2026
Threads tests simplified DM connection in-stream
The new process is being tested in the U.S. and Canada, and allows users to activate direct messaging by typing in a post.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 26, 2026 -
Retrieved from YouTube on October 15, 2025
YouTube expands voice replies to all creators, adds new Shorts remix options
The platform also enhanced its Premium Lite subscription program as parent company Google looks to drive revenue for the business.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 25, 2026 -
Retrieved from Meta on February 25, 2026
Meta signs long-term supply deal with AMD for AI hardware
The partnership builds on the companies’ existing collaboration and will help expand Meta’s compute power.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 24, 2026 -
Retrieved from Seedance on February 10, 2026
Film studio association issues new censure against ByteDance’s AI tool
The Motion Picture Association sent a strongly worded letter to the Seedance owner demanding that it stop training on copyrighted material, per Variety.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 23, 2026 -
Retrieved from Meta on February 23, 2026
Threads now offers simplified sharing to Instagram
A new share button allows users to add public content automatically to Instagram Stories, potentially increasing views per post.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 22, 2026 -
Retrieved from WhatsApp on February 23, 2026
WhatsApp adds catch-up function to group chats
The platform’s Group Message History will give admins the option of forwarding up to 100 previously submitted messages to new members.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 22, 2026 -
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Snapchat CEO Criticizes Australia’s Teen Social Media Ban
Snap CEO Evan Spiegel says the restrictions represent a flawed approach and don’t address the biggest problems of online exposure.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 19, 2026 -
Retrieved from Meta on October 29, 2021
Meta’s AI-Powered Smartwatch Is Slated for Release Later This Year
The latest product in the company’s wearables line will also include health tracking features.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 19, 2026 -
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Research Shows X Amplifies Conservative Political Views
A new study published in Nature found that exposure to the platform’s algorithm had long-term effects on users’ political attitudes.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 19, 2026 -
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Meta Outlines Its Plan To Manage Integrity During the US Midterm Elections
The company’s safety and security measures will include ad restriction policies and artificial intelligence labeling.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 19, 2026 -
Retrieved from Meta on February 19, 2026
Meta Is Shutting Down Its Messenger Website
Meta also shut down the separate Messenger app for Windows and Mac last year.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 18, 2026 -
Retrieved from Meta on February 19, 2026
Meta Announces Long-Term Partnership With Nvidia
The deal will ensure that Meta can access the latest hardware for its expanding AI projects.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 18, 2026 -
Retrieved from Google on November 15, 2024
YouTube Expands Livestream Donations, Updates Shorts Editing Tools
YouTube is also bringing its AI chatbot to connected TV devices.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 18, 2026 -
Retrieved from Meta on May 22, 2025
Meta Looks To Sneak Through Facial ID Update
Meta could be looking to sidestep scrutiny on the update by launching it amid political turmoil.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 16, 2026 -
Retrieved from Threads on July 12, 2023
Threads Adds Basketball Mini Game for NBA All-Star Weekend
Threads is making a bigger push to win over sports fans.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 16, 2026 -
Retrieved from Google Play Store on February 13, 2026
Russia Blocks WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram Access
Russian authorities are pushing users toward the government-owned Max app instead.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 12, 2026 -
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Google Says Scam Tactics Are Evolving Through AI Usage
Google has detected a range of ways in which scammers are incorporating AI.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 12, 2026 -
Retrieved from YouTube on February 01, 2024
YouTube Expands Text of Variable Subscriber Notifications
YouTube will send fewer channel notifications if users don't engage with them.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 11, 2026
