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Facebook’s Metaverse Could Be Overrun By Deep Fakes And Other Misinformation If These Non-Profits Don’t Succeed

An example of a deepfake and original Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg video. (Elyse Samuels/The Washington Post via Getty Images). The Washington Post via Getty Images Mark Zuckerberg’s virtual-reality universe, dubbed simply Meta, has been plagued by a number of problems from technology issues to a difficulty holding onto staff. That doesn’t mean it won’t soon be used by billions of people. Meta has been facing a new problem. Is the virtual environment where users can create their own facial designs, the same as for everybody? Or will companies and politicians have greater flexibility to alter who they look like? Rand Waltzman is a senior information scientist from the non-profit RAND Institute. He warned last week that the lessons Facebook has learned in personalizing news feeds, and allowing hyper-targeted info, could be used to supercharge its Meta. In this Meta, even speakers can be personalized to appear more trustworthy to every audience member. Using deepfake technology t...

An Instagram Sextortionist Tricked 30 Boys Into Sharing Intimate Photos, FBI Says. One Took His Own Life

According to the FBI, most sexortion cases that it investigated involved males aged between 14 and 17. getty The practice of sextortion is where victims are targeted with explicit imagery and blackmailed. It’s a growing problem in America. FBI is working to expose a notorious Instagram extortionist. He posed as Californian women and tricked 30 teens into sending nude pictures. Then, they were told that the photos would be shared with family and friends only if they pay a set amount. According to an unreported court filing, an 18 year old Ventura County boy gave $1,500 worth of Apple gift cards to the blackmailer. He then took his own life. SME . Since May last year, the scammer has been running the sextortion campaigns. Their identity is unknown. They’ve been particularly aggressive in pursuing payment from victims, in one case threatening violence against a 19-year-old and his family. The scammer also hacked into at least two victims’ Instagram accounts, telling them ...

An Instagram Sextortionist Tricked 30 Boys Into Sharing Intimate Photos, FBI Says. One Took His Own Life

The FBI claims that the victims of most of the sextortion cases they have investigated are men between the ages 14-17. getty Extortion involves blackmailing victims with explicit imagery. This is common in America. Most of the victims are teenage boys who use Snapchat or Instagram. FBI is working to expose a notorious Instagram extortionist. He posed as Californian women and tricked more than 30 teenager boys and men to send them nude images. Then, they were told that the photos would be shared with family and friends only if they pay a set amount. According to an unreported court filing, an 18 year old Ventura County boy gave $1,500 worth of Apple gift cards to the blackmailer. He then took his own life. SME . Since May last year, the scammer has been running the sextortion campaigns. Their identity is unknown. They’ve been particularly aggressive in pursuing payment from victims, in one case threatening violence against a 19-year-old and his family. The scammer also hacke...

Elon Musk And Now A Whistleblower Say Twitter Is A Mess. Here’s How To Fix It

The hashtag icon glows in the dark getty It’s not a lament or ode to Twitter. It’s an attempt to understand how my favorite social media network could have become such a disaster. Recently, a whistleblower named Peiter “Mudge” Zatko revealed rampant security improprieties at Twitter. According to the former security chief, the social media giant may have misled the government, downplayed the problem with spambots, and announced new security measures that weren’t in the pipeline. Congress has been notified by the complaint in redacted format. Zatko is expected to testify before Congress regarding his claims, which Twitter representatives have described as a false narrative. Also, it is becoming more serious. Elon Musk made similar claims regarding misleading information. This was especially in relation to total accounts, e.g. the human ones. In the legal battle to determine whether Musk is allowed to leave Twitter, his legal team has been reenergized. What’s t...

Twitter Has Bigger Problems Than The Whistleblower – But Now The Spotlight Is On The Company

PARIS, FRANCE – FEBRUARY 7: The Twitter logo appears on this screen illustration … [+] A photo of an iPhone standing in front a display screen that displays a Twitter logo. This was taken in Paris on February 7, 2019. Today’s Wall Street results showed that Twitter posted higher than anticipated Wall Street results in the past three months, with net profit rising 28% and revenue increasing 4% respectively. However, the stock price is on the decline. Twitter announced that it will no longer give numbers after losing 5 million users monthly by the end 2018. The company announced this in its fourth quarter financial results. It will be effective in the second quarter 2019. (Photo by Chesnot/Getty Images Getty Images It is common for criminals to believe it is not a crime even if you are caught. Most law-abiding citizens believe that it isn’t what makes it illegal, but rather, the crime was committed before you were caught. Many companies don’t realize th...

Children Are Increasingly Facing Cyberbullying On Social Media

The bullying of children online is also a concern. getty According to McAfee’s new report, cyberbullying has increased on social media platforms. This is a growing way that younger people use social media for communication. The worst part is the fact that these attacks don’t only target teens. Racial abuses are directed even at children as young a 10-year-old. One out of every four children worldwide now faces racism via social media. Online sexual harassment affects one in six children around the world. This harassment affects one fifth of American children, while it is just as common in India. More Than Stranger Danger It is notable that cyberbullying threats are increasingly being made by people children know. Globally, 58% of children reported being victimized by someone close to them, while only 46 said that they were cyberbullied or harassed by strangers. Online bullying is a growing concern for children. Six out of 10 children worldwide said that they a...

The Future of Networking

The Future of Networking: What the Next Decade Holds The next decade is going to be an exciting one for networking. With new technologies and devices emerging, how we connect will change dramatically. Here will explore how networking will evolve in the next ten years. We will also see how businesses can prepare for these changes and take advantage of their present opportunities. So, without further ado, let’s look at the future of networking! 1. Increased Security One of the biggest concerns for businesses with networking is security. As more and more devices are connected to the internet, the risk of cyberattacks increases. This is why we expect to see a big focus on security in the next decade. Businesses must invest in robust security systems to protect their networks from attacks. 2. Faster Speeds With the proliferation of high-speed internet, we expect to see much faster networking speeds in the next decade. This will significantly benefit businesses as they ca...

5 Reasons Your Business Needs Social Media Visibility

Are you wondering if social media is worth your time and effort? If so, you’re not alone. Many business owners are hesitant to invest in social media because they are unsure how it will benefit their company. This blog post will discuss five reasons your business needs social media visibility. By the end of this article, you’ll be convinced that social media is a valuable tool for your business. Build Brand Awareness A professional digital PR agency understands that social media is a powerful tool that can be used to build brand awareness and drive website traffic. When used effectively, social media can help to create a buzz around your brand and increase your visibility online. One way to use social media for brand awareness is to post engaging content that mentions or promotes your brand. This could include blog posts, infographics, images, or even videos. You should also post regularly and interact with your followers to keep them engaged. Additionally, you ...

What Will Happen When We Realize Facebook’s Metaverse Is Just A Huge Ad

Metaverse Concept, real city. Realistic Hologram billboard at Bangkok City. … [+] Thailand: Futuristic digital design, Smart city technology and Thailand in the Future getty I’ve been writing about technology for about 22 years and I’ve never seen a hype engine running at full steam like this before. Every time I turn around, there’s a new report about how the metaverse will take over the world, save Facebook, and provide a catalyst for extreme social connection. There are very few reports, if any, that Facebook, or Meta as a parent company, will change the ways we use technology. It’s all smoke, mirrors, and prognostication. What’s my take? I believe the smoke will soon clear. The metaverse will eventually be redeemed when it becomes clear that gaming and social interaction are not the only things. It’s about the ads. Shopping. Also Increase your revenue . That’s a sad statement, since the metaverse does look promising. Imagine going to virtual Starbucks w...

Social Media Platforms And The Lessons Of January 6

WASHINGTON DC, JANUARY 6: Pro-Trump demonstrators gather before the U.S. Capitol Building … [+] January 6, 2021, Washington DC The Capitol was engulfed by a pro-Trump mob, which broke windows and clashed with police officers. Trump supporters gathered today in Washington to protest President-elect Joe Biden’s victory in the Electoral College over Donald Trump. (Photo by Jon Cherry/Getty Images). Getty Images The common belief is that social media sites are not subject to First Amendment limitations. This is certainly not the case, and the platforms do not “censor” speech – as that is something only the government can do. Instead, they act as per their editorial discretion. However, that’s not a straightforward technical matter. According to Seth C. Oranburg (an associate professor in law), the Section 230 immunity allows the platforms to use editorial discretion and not be liable for any third-party content. This includes users’ posts, tweets, m...

Why Meta’s Move From Friends To Virality Is An Existential Threat For Facebook

Facebook can it make the switch from friend feeds to viralityfeeds? getty Will Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s fight with another company over the future of media cost him his own? Perhaps, just maybe. If his reaction to the latest Facebook changes are any indication. “Yesterday, I clicked to ‘see less’ 44 Facebook posts [including] all of the videos from sources I do not follow,” Facebook friend and author Shel Israel posted recently. “This morning, I clicked ‘See Less” 62 more times.” “This is spam and it’s coming from Facebook.” Zuckerberg is determined to put out fire and fight it with fire. Most downloaded app of 2022 TikTok is easy, instant, and glues users’ eyes to smartphones for hours at a time thanks to algorithms that predict what cute cats or sports plays or fail videos you’re most likely to want to see. In response, Zuckerberg has decreed Meta’s AI recommendations on Instagram and Facebook will be doubled by Meta. This strategy does not take into...

How to Travel on a Budget

How to Travel on a Budget The article will talk about how you can travel on a budget. It will provide tips to help a person budget for travel and some ways of traveling on a budget, like staying in hostels, living off of the local currency, and using last-minute flights. Many people have a desire to travel the world but have limited resources with which to do so. Some ways you can save money while traveling include staying in hostels instead of hotels and eating food from various street vendors when dining out instead of restaurants (specifically where alcohol is served). How to Travel on a Budget According to Jordan Sudberg , traveling on a budget is not just about saving money. It’s about making hard decisions and finding the best ways to travel and stay in a place as inexpensively as possible. In this article, you’ll learn all the basics of traveling on a budget, including some tips & tricks to help get you started! There are two types of budget traveler...

Ways to Integrate Social Media Into Your Website

With about 4.5 billion users , social media is essential to any business’s marketing strategy. It helps boost your brand visibility, allowing you to get your business in front of many potential customers. It also allows you to build your brand’s authority online, building trust, transparency, and credibility for your business. Today, you can also leverage the power of social media to boost your website engagement. The good thing is that there are many ways that you can integrate social media into your web design . This helps create an intuitive user experience that allows your web visitors to easily access and interact with your brand on your social media channels. This boosts your brand’s online presence, generating more sales and revenue for your business. Here are a few easy ways you can integrate social media into your website: Adding Social Media Buttons to Your Website One of the easiest ways to integrate social media into your website is by adding ...

Instagram Needs To Stop Imitating TikTok

Sankt-Petersburg Russia – April 13, 2018, Apple iPhone X in the Office with Icons of Social Media … [+] App for network Instagram on the screen Social network. Start social media application. Taken at the office of company getty Imitation isn’t flattery in tech circles. For those who remember the PC versus Mac battle from many years ago, the real paradigm shift for Apple occurred when they stopped being a “personal computer” and became a status symbol instead. The Mac was faster, more powerful and much more costly than its predecessors. Tesla does not lead the charge in electric vehicles, but they are copying lesser brands. Anyone who has enabled “ludicrous” mode to accelerate quickly knows this is an unusual company. The key to success is innovation and attention-grabbing elements, as well as doing something that’s so useful and new everyone notices. TikTok has been gaining all the attention in social media. This is because TikTok appeals to a you...