Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Facebook “unquestionably making hate worse”: whistleblower Haugen

Facebook’s data scientist turned whistleblower, Frances Haugen testifying before the online safety bill committee, claimed the digital giant, Facebook is “unquestionably making hate worse”. “Facebook has been unwilling to accept even little slivers of profit being sacrificed for safety” she continued. Further disclosing the cons of its subsidiary Instagram, Haugen called out the photo sharing … Read more

Boycott Instagram: Several celebs freeze accounts to fight hate

Instagram boycott

Several powerful celebrities including Kim Kardashian, Katy Perry, Leonardo DiCaprio and other announced to join the 24-hour boycott Instagram campaign. During the boycott, celebrities will freeze their Instagram accounts, abstaining from sharing photos and posting. This campaign is part of a protest to pressure the Facebook, the world’s biggest social firm, to fight hate and … Read more

Facebook removes network linked to “violent, anti-government” US group

Facebook will allow group admins to ‘slow down’ toxic conversations

Facebook has removed and banned a network of many accounts linked to a “violent, anti-government” US group.  The social media giant said that the network was loosely associated with the broader far-right “Boogaloo Bois” movement. But it was distinct as it actively sought to be involved in violence. According to the international news agency, Boogaloo … Read more