Saying it wants “to find the right balance” with the technology, the social network will delete the face scan data of more than one billion users.
Tag: Corporate Social Responsibility
LinkedIn to End Service in China, Citing ‘Challenging’ Environment
The Microsoft-owned service had censored posts in China, in compliance with the country’s laws, to operate there.
Ben & Jerry’s to Stop Selling Ice Cream in Israeli-Occupied Territories
A politically active company just waded into one of the most fraught issues in the world, and the reaction was immediate.
Facebook Plans to End Hands-Off Approach to Politicians’ Posts
The social network, under pressure since barring former President Donald J. Trump, will no longer automatically give world leaders special treatment.
Nick Clegg Steers Facebook’s Trump Decision
Nick Clegg, a former deputy prime minister, has shaped the company’s handling of Donald Trump at every turn.
Facebook Bans Myanmar Military Accounts in Aftermath of Coup
The move plunges the social network into the post-coup politics of the roiled nation, after years of criticism over how Myanmar’s military had used the site.
What’s Really Behind Corporate Promises on Climate Change?
Many big businesses have not set targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Others have weak goals.
Facebook Blocks News in Australia, Diverging With Google on Proposed Law
With Australia moving to make the tech companies pay for news, Facebook took a hard line, while Google has struck deals to pay publishers.
Clubhouse, a Tiny Audio Chat App, Breaks Through
The 11-month-old app has exploded in popularity, even as it grapples with harassment, misinformation and privacy issues.
Clubhouse, a Tiny Audio Chat App, Breaks Through
The 11-month-old app has exploded in popularity, even as it grapples with harassment, misinformation and privacy issues.