If you’ve ever been reluctant to share your phone number with someone just to stay in touch on WhatsApp, that friction is about to disappear. WhatsApp usernames are officially on the way — and for the app’s over two billion users worldwide, this could be one of the most meaningful updates in the platform’s history….
A New Mexico jury ordered Meta Platforms to pay $375 million in civil penalties on March 24 after finding the company violated state consumer protection laws by misleading users about platform safety and knowingly enabling child sexual exploitation on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. The Meta $375 million New Mexico verdict marks the first time a…
Meta and AMD announced a landmark $60 billion chip deal on February 24 that gives Meta access to 6 gigawatts of AI computing power while potentially granting the social media giant up to 10% ownership in the chipmaker. The agreement marks AMD’s second major AI customer win following its OpenAI partnership last year. Breaking Down…
Google released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for Pixel devices on January 14, 2026, bringing stability improvements and bug fixes—but also quietly removing functionality that many users never knew existed. The update scales back powerful multitasking features built into Android’s Recents screen, limiting how users interact with images across apps. The change affects the Android…
Remember when Google Glass flopped spectacularly in 2013? Well, smart glasses are back—and this time, they’re actually cool. The smart glasses market exploded by 210% in 2024, and 2025 is shaping up to be the year AI-powered eyewear finally goes mainstream. If you’ve been skeptical about strapping technology to your face, 2025 might change your…
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Nigeria is reportedly close to reaching a settlement with Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, following a ₦48 billion ($33 million) fine imposed over alleged violations of the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDPA). The fine, announced earlier in 2025 by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC), accused Meta of processing…
Optics research has just taken a major step forward. Scientists have developed multilayer Multicolor metalenses that can focus several wavelengths of light at once, breaking long-standing limitations of traditional metalenses. This could lead to smaller, lighter, cheaper optics in devices like smartphones, drones, and satellites. SciTechDaily What Are Metalenses & What’s New Metalenses are flat…
Meta has just introduced a new category of smart eyewear: the Meta Ray-Ban Display, featuring a high-resolution, full-color display in the right lens, paired with an EMG wristband dubbed the Meta Neural Band for gesture control. These were unveiled at Meta Connect 2025 and mark a big step beyond previous smart glasses in the Ray-Ban…
Instagram is enhancing its social features with several new tools, including the long-awaited Instagram repost button, an interactive Instagram Map, and a dedicated Friends tab in Reels. These updates aim to make the platform more dynamic, social, and engaging ahead of its 15th anniversary. Repost Button Introduces Native Sharing for Reels and Posts The new…
Cybernews researchers have uncovered an alarming cybersecurity threat: billions of login credentials leaked and compiled into online datasets. These breaches provide criminals with widespread access to personal accounts across major platforms. According to Cybernews, 30 separate datasets containing over 16 billion compromised credentials were recently discovered. These include sensitive login details for platforms like Google,…
Meta has unveiled exciting WhatsApp monetization features within the Updates tab, providing new ways for creators and businesses to grow and generate revenue. The newly introduced tools—Channel Subscriptions, Promoted Channels, and Ads in Status—aim to enhance visibility and engagement while maintaining WhatsApp’s core focus on privacy. These features are set to revolutionize how businesses leverage…
In a landmark ruling that has captured the attention of global tech watchers, the Nigerian Tribunal Upholds $220 Million Fine Against Meta for violating consumer and data protection laws. This decision marks a significant step in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to regulate how big tech companies operate within its jurisdiction. The fine, initially imposed by…