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Hanan Hamid: The Kerala girl who has divided the state but warmed hearts

The story of Hanan Hamid has gone viral on social media, with many users praising her determination and courage. But a section of netizens has threatened her and filled her Facebook account with threats.

Jul 27, 2018

Facebook's new privacy safeguards will erode company's profits for years

Latest earnings reveal a huge drop in Facebook's market cap as the social media giant is investing heavily in new privacy safeguards, a move that will eat into the company's profits for "years" as per Chief Financial Officer David Wehner.

Jul 26, 2018

Despite ban, Facebook opens office in China

The social networking giant has quietly opened a subsidiary company registered in Hangzhou, which will work as an innovation hub for start-ups and local developers.

Jul 25, 2018

WhatsApp 'Suspicious Link Indicator' feature launch imminent: Now available in beta for Android

The Facebook-owned company will soon release 'Suspicious link Indicator' for both Google's Android and Apple iOS to warn users not to click URL links, as they might lead to a malicious website and try installing malware in the phone.

Jul 22, 2018

After scrapping drone project, Facebook looks at satellites to boost internet connectivity

The social media giant filed an application with the US Federal Communications Commission under the name PointView Tech LLC to provide broadband access through a satellite named Athena.

Jul 21, 2018

Google, Microsoft's ambitious project will help users easily move data

Google, Microsoft, Facebook, and Twitter are all partnering up to create a new standard called the 'Data Transfer Project' that will allow users to easily port their data from one service to another. Source code now available on GitHub.

Jul 21, 2018

After Cambridge Analytica, Facebook suspends another data analytics firm

Boston-based Crimson Hexagon has been suspended over concerns that it harvested users' data. The company denies claims of harvesting.

Jul 21, 2018

Facebook targets fake news; says it will take down content that promotes violence

After coming under fire from several South Asian countries, the social media giant is considering removing any post that instigates violence in a tie-up with third parties.

Jul 19, 2018

Facebook to integrate BTS-themed stickers on its platform

Facebook has partnered with BTS and LINE FRIENDS to integrate the BT21 stickers into its Facebook and Messenger platforms.

Jul 19, 2018

Facebook is Skill India Mission's new digital partner

Social media giant announced a partnership with the National Skill Development Corporation to provide more digital skills to the youth in India.

Jul 17, 2018

Not good at directions? Facebook's AI local guides will help you get around a city hitchless

The lost 'tourist' sees photos of the physical location, while the 'guide' sees a two-dimensional map with landmarks. Both algorithms are designed to get to a specific location.

Jul 15, 2018

Facebook women employees hiring up five times over five years

Releasing its annual diversity report, the company announced that the number of women employees has gone up five times, the number of Black and Hispanic employees has also jumped up. Facebook has also been rated as one of the best places to work for the LGBTQ community.

Jul 13, 2018

Facebook's data woes continue as new report reveals Russian connection

A new report shows that Facebook gave a two-week extension to Russian firm Mail.ru to comply with 2015 rule change. The firm is owned by billionaire Yuri Milner who has close links with the Kremlin.

Jul 11, 2018

WhatsApp rolls out new feature to tackle spam, fake news: Quick facts

Facebook-owned WhatsApp has launched a 'Forward Message Indicator' to help the user determine if their friend or relative wrote the message they sent or if it originally came from someone else. Read to know how the user can report the issue directly to the WhatsApp.

Jul 11, 2018

Facebook faces record fine from UK data watchdog over Cambridge Analytica scandal

Social media giant could be fined 500,000 pounds by the Information Commissioner's Office for its role in the Cambridge Analytica scandal.

Jul 11, 2018

WhatsApp to get critical security tool to curb spread of spam, fake news: All you need to know

Facebook-owned WhatsApp is planning to introduce a new security feature to deter the spread of misinformation. Read to know how it would work.

Jul 7, 2018

Netizens rejoice while artists lament as EU Parliament rejects controversial copyright law

318 members of European Parliament voted against implementing the Copyright Directive. While it would have protected the right of artists and musicians with original content, the law would also have stifled the sharing of articles and memes on social networking platforms.

Jul 6, 2018

Facebook bots label US Declaration of Independence as hate speech

A series of posts by The Vindicator breaking down the US Declaration of Independence goes public, except for the 10th part which was flagged by Facebook's program.

Jul 6, 2018

'Addictive' Facebook bad for kids, admit insiders

The social networking giant is very much aware of the negative effects of addictive technology, according to Sandy Parakilas, a former Facebook platform manager.

Jul 5, 2018

Facebook says Saavn, Airtel had access to user data even after 2015

In a written submission to US Congress, Facebook said that these firms were allowed access to data following its partnerships with app developers and software makers.

Jul 4, 2018