Facebook to invest $1B in content creator programs through 2022

The investment will include new bonus programs that pay eligible creators for hitting certain milestones when they use the platform’s creative and monetization tools.

Trump files class-action lawsuits against Facebook, Twitter and Google

Donald Trump announced Wednesday he was serving as lead plaintiff in the class-action suits, claiming he has been wrongfully censored by the companies.

Facebook ends ban on posts claiming COVID-19 is man-made

Facebook will no longer ban posts suggesting COVID-19 was man-made amid mounting calls to further investigate the pandemic’s origins, marking a reversal for the social media giant.

Instagram for kids: 44 attorneys general urge Zuckerberg to drop the idea

Dozens of attorney generals across the country are urging Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to abandon plans for a version of Instagram for children under the age of 13.

Facebook Oversight Board member criticizes indefinite Trump ban: 'Their rules are in shambles'

A member of Facebook's Oversight Board criticized the platform in the wake of its indefinite ban on former President Donald Trump, saying Facebook's rules are in "shambles" and that the company "exercises too much power."

Oversight board maintains Trump’s Facebook suspension, but scolds company for indefinite ban

By upholding the suspension, the board has sided with Facebook for just the second time in the last six cases -- but said Facebook must reassess the decision within six months of the panel's decision.

FOX 7 Discussion: Should Trump be allowed on Facebook again?

Travis County GOP Communications Director Andy Hogue and Jamarr Brown, a Democratic National Committee member, talk about if Trump should be allowed back on Facebook.

Facebook's oversight board to rule on Trump's account ban on Wednesday

Facebook’s oversight board said it will rule on Wednesday morning whether former President Donald Trump’s social media accounts can be reinstated after an indefinite suspension.

Facebook, Gucci file joint lawsuit against alleged online counterfeiter

The companies said the lawsuit is the first of its kind for Facebook and Gucci. It aims to serve as “a clear signal to those who would seek to engage in similar abuses that this behavior will not be tolerated.”

Facebook prepares for Chauvin trial verdict, restricts posts inciting violence

Facebook is taking several steps in an effort to prevent violence and misinformation in the aftermath of the coming Derek Chauvin murder trial verdict, which jurors are deliberating.

Facebook data on more than 500M users found online

Details from more than 500 million Facebook users have been found available to download for free on a website frequented by low-level hacking enthusiasts.

CEOs of Facebook, Twitter, Google face new grilling by Congress

As malicious conspiracy theories continue to spread, lawmakers are pounding the social media companies over their market dominance, harvesting of user data and practices that some believe actually encourage the spread of engaging but potentially harmful misinformation.

Illinois Facebook users could get $345 each in photo-tagging lawsuit after judge approves $650M settlement

Illinois Facebook users may be entitled to at least $345 each after a federal judge approved a $650 million settlement in a lawsuit over Facebook's photo-tagging technology dating back to 2015.

Facebook to invest $1B over 3 years to support news industry

Facebook, following in Google's footsteps, says it plans to invest $1 billion to "support the news industry" over the next three years.

Facebook says it will soon lift ban on Australians sharing, viewing news on its platform

Facebook announced Tuesday that it would lift a ban on Australians viewing and sharing news on its platform after it struck a deal with the government on proposed legislation that would make digital giants pay for journalism.

Facebook launches ‘worldwide campaign’ to combat COVID-19 vaccine misinformation

Facebook announced Monday it would be launching the "largest worldwide campaign" to combat misinformation surrounding the coronavirus and COVID-19 vaccines.

Facebook wants you to comment on its Trump ban. Here's how.

Facebook's Oversight Board is calling for public input regarding the indefinite suspension of former President Donald Trump's Facebook and Instagram accounts.