Google Fights Fortnite Maker’s Play Store Changes Amid Antitrust Battle: What’s at Stake?
Google resists Epic's proposed changes to its Play store, arguing it limits competition. Analysts predict future growth for Alphabet's core business.
Meta Faces EU Probe For Suspected Failure To Combat Russian Disinformation: Report
The European Commission reportedly launches an investigation into Meta Platforms' Facebook and Instagram amid concerns of Russia disinformation. Suspicions of inadequate moderation have raised alarms, particularly regarding political advertising, risking electoral integrity.
Meta’s Threads Enhances User Control with New Features
Meta's Threads introduces Hidden Words feature to filter offensive and unwanted content from feeds and mentions, following Hinge's lead.
Meta’s Strategic AI Investments Enhance Ad Targeting, Boosting Revenue Projections: Analyst
Truist Securities analyst Youssef Squali maintained a Buy rating for Meta Platforms Inc and raised its price target. He expects strong revenue and earnings growth due to improved monetization and AI initiatives.
Meta’s Threads Introduces Real-Time ‘Recent’ Filter to Enhance Search Experience
Meta introduces new filter on Threads for sorting recent search results, addressing need for real-time content. Test currently limited to select users.
Meta to Suspend Threads in Turkey Amid Regulatory Challenges, Aims for Future Reinstatement
Meta Platforms, Inc will stop operating Threads in Turkey on April 29 due to an order from the Turkish Competition Authority, but plans to appeal and reinstate the app soon. It also lowered fees for ad-free versions in Europe.
Meta’s Instagram Takes Steps Against Sextortion of Teenage Users
Meta Platforms, Inc (NASDAQ: META) introduces new safety measures on Instagram to protect teenagers against sextortion scams. This follows concerns about mental health impacts and will be globally launched for teen accounts.
Beleaguered Satellite Firm Ligado Networks Sues US for $39B in Spectrum Rights Dispute
Ligado Networks filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government, alleging that the Defense Department and Commerce Department obstructed its business plans with a calculated disinformation campaign.
The long-struggling satellite company seeks compensation of up to $39 billion for the spectrum rights it claims were unjustly denied.