Katie Paul
Recent articles by Katie Paul
Facebook, Google suspend processing Hong Kong government data requests
As Signal sees surge in sign-ups.
Jul 8 2020 11:02AM
Google extends fact-checking to image search
Labels to be displayed under image thumbnails.
Jun 24 2020 6:38AM
Facebook embraces remote work beyond Silicon Valley
Half of staff could be out of office within five years.
May 22 2020 12:50PM
Facebook to launch new shopping feature across apps
Reveals 'Shops' for businesses to display and sell products.
May 20 2020 12:33PM
Facebook reports spike in takedowns of hate speech, terrorism
Former CIA analyst questions speed, efficacy of takedowns.
May 13 2020 1:24PM
Facebook enters the videoconferencing fray with Messenger Rooms
First steps toward planned integration of messaging products across its apps.
Apr 27 2020 6:39AM
Ripple sues YouTube over cryptocurrency scams
Takes aim against platform for 'slow' response.
Apr 22 2020 1:13PM
Facebook asks users about coronavirus symptoms, releases data to researchers
Google already surveying users for Carnegie Mellon project.
Apr 7 2020 12:58PM
Twitter to label deepfakes and other deceptive media
Ahead of US election.
Feb 5 2020 1:05PM
Facebook removes posts as coronavirus misinformation spreads on social media
Targets conspiracy theories and false claims.
Feb 3 2020 1:56PM
Facebook refuses to ban political ads ahead of US election
But will give users some control.
Jan 10 2020 9:02AM
Facebook to stop using 2FA tool to feed friend suggestions feature
As part of a wide-ranging privacy overhaul.
Dec 20 2019 6:50AM
US senators threaten Facebook, Apple with encryption regulation
Unless the companies make encrypted user data accessible to law enforcement.
Dec 11 2019 7:02AM
Former Twitter employee accused of spying for Saudis pleads not guilty
Judge orders release by next week.
Nov 21 2019 12:59PM
Facebook unveils new Portal video chat, TV streaming devices
First foray into streaming hardware, but limited subscription services.
Sep 19 2019 6:55AM
Facebook launches dating service in United States
Users can add Instagram followers to their "Secret Crush" lists.
Sep 6 2019 12:09PM
Researchers studying Facebook's impact on democracy threaten to quit
Saying the company failed to make data available to researchers as pledged.
Aug 28 2019 1:33PM
Facebook outlines ideas for oversight board
Findings from outside experts into its content review process take shape.
Jun 28 2019 7:10AM
Facebook bans Alex Jones, Milo Yiannopoulos, Laura Loomer and Paul Joseph Watson
Violates policy on "dangerous individuals and organizations."
May 3 2019 12:37PM
Facebook overhauls messaging as it pivots to privacy
Tries to move past a stream of scandals while tapping new revenue sources.
May 1 2019 7:05AM
