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Meta to Pay $51 Million to Some Canadians in Class Action Lawsuit

Meta looks ready to pay up to settle a class action lawsuit that affects Canadians in four provinces, according to an email received by iPhone in Canada. Following the Proposed Settlement Agreement of the Deborah Louise Douez vs Meta class action, MNP has been appointed by the Supreme Court of British Columbia to oversee the...

Meta Unveils New AI Features Across its Apps

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp, has announced over 20 new AI-driven features to enhance user experiences. This move marks a substantial evolution in how AI is integrated across Meta's suite of applications. The news comes on the same day Google unveiled its new Gemini AI model for Bard. In messaging,...

Minister Calls for Regulation of Meta Following News Ban Loophole

In response to reports that users have found loopholes to share news on Facebook and Instagram despite the company's news ban, Canadian Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge has called for the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) to regulate Meta, the parent company of Facebook. The Online News Act, which requires tech giants to compensate news...

Meta and IBM Lead Formation of the AI Alliance

Meta and IBM have established the AI Alliance, a collaborative network of over 50 founding members. The new group which includes the likes of AMD, Intel, Dell, Oracle, Red Hat, Cornell University, Dartmouth, and many others, is dedicated to advancing open, safe, and responsible AI. “We believe it’s better when AI is developed openly –...

Facebook, Instagram to Offer Paid Subscription for No Ads in Europe

Meta has announced a new subscription model for Facebook and Instagram users in the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), and Switzerland. Starting in November, residents in these regions will have the option to use the platforms either for free with ads or subscribe to an ad-free experience. The subscription will cost €9.99/month on...

Meta Expands Paid Verified Badges to Businesses in Canada

Meta is extending its Meta Verified test for businesses to include Instagram and Facebook in Canada. Initially launched in New Zealand and Australia, the service aims to add value to businesses by enhancing their visibility and credibility on Meta's platforms—if they open their wallets and subscribe. Priced at $36.99 CAD per month in Canada, businesses...