Meta is planning to launch a wearable AI pendant that gives users access to Meta AI via a tap on the device, according to The Information. The pendant stems from Meta acquisition of startup Limitless in December, and forms part of broader plans including four new AI glasses models. Meta has committed to spending 600B USD on AI infrastructure over the next three years. https://www.socialmediatoday.com/news/meta-plans-to-introduce-a-wearable-ai-pendant/821562/ #Media #SocialMedia #AI
KSI has announced his departure from YouTube collective Sidemen, the British group known for gaming commentary and charity football matches. The 18m-subscriber creator leaves after 13 years as the group that pioneered UK influencer content continues to evolve. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c93xz8w1j3ko #Media #SocialMedia #CreatorEconomy
Hackers bypassed Meta AI security by simply asking for access to high-profile Instagram accounts, highlighting the risks of offloading technical support to AI. https://www.404media.co/hackers-simply-asked-meta-ai-to-give-them-access-to-high-profile-instagram-accounts-it-worked/ #Media #SocialMedia #AI
Meta has hired Jim Shepherd, Snap's former director of global content partnerships, to lead its artificial intelligence device push. Shepherd previously oversaw celebrity relations and editorial strategy at Snap. The move comes as Meta expands into AI wearables. https://www.socialmediatoday.com/news/meta-hires-snap-director-of-global-content-partnerships/821672/ #Media #SocialMedia #AI
Instagram expands teleprompter tool from Edits to main app, letting creators display scrolling scripts while recording. The feature helps presenters stay on track without memorizing lines, with adjustable scroll speed. https://www.socialmediatoday.com/news/instagram-introduces-teleprompter-tool/821564/ #Media #ShortFormVideo #CreatorEconomy
Internal Microsoft documents reveal the company's plan for its new "Scout" AI assistant is to "make people addicted" before adding new features. The software, built on OpenClaw, is being piloted among Microsoft employees as part of Project Lobster.https://www.404media.co/microsoft-wants-to-make-people-addicted-to-scout-its-new-ai-assistant-internal-documents-reveal/ #Media #AI
Amazon faces a class action lawsuit over Ring's facial recognition feature, which allows users to identify visitors but stores images of passersby without their consent. The lawsuit claims millions of Americans had their facial data collected without permission. https://techcrunch.com/2026/06/02/amazon-faces-class-action-lawsuit-over-ring-facial-recognition-feature/ #Media #DataPrivacy
Google is offering to buy Android app code from developers to train its AI coding tools via a confidential pilot programme. Developers with millions of downloads have been emailed offering payment for their source code. Google has fallen behind competitors like Anthropic and Microsoft in AI coding tools. https://www.404media.co/google-is-quietly-buying-code-from-play-store-developers-to-train-ai/ #Media #SocialMedia #AI
Payment giants Stripe, Visa and Mastercard are preparing to launch a new stablecoin platform, with Coinbase also weighing participation. The total stablecoin market cap stands at about 325 billion USD, with Tether's USDT dominant at 115 billion USD. https://www.coindesk.com/business/2026/06/03/payment-giants-stripe-visa-mastercard-said-to-be-among-backers-of-soon-to-debut-stablecoin-platform #Web3 #Blockchain #Technology
YouTube Shorts has become the first short-form video platform to gain Media Rating Council accreditation, receiving its sixth consecutive overall approval rating. The MRC certification validates measurement and reporting standards for the platform. https://www.socialmediatoday.com/news/youtube-shorts-is-awarded-media-rating-council-accreditation/821955/ #Media #SocialMedia
CJR explores how Meta Ray-Ban glasses are being used by news influencers for hidden camera recording. Sold for 200-800 USD, the smart glasses have sold over 7M pairs, with creators filming protests and combative scenes that have sparked federal investigations. https://www.cjr.org/analysis/always-on-meta-glasses-hidden-camera-jonathan-choe-ray-ban-ai-news-influencer-fraud-maga.php #Media #SocialMedia #News
New York judges have ripped into lawyers for citing cases that do not exist, likely generated by AI. In a court hearing last month, justices Valerie Brathwaite Nelson and Hector LaSalle criticised an attorney for including three fictitious cases in his appeal brief, calling the situation 'striking, concerning, disappointing and saddening'. https://www.404media.co/new-york-court-ai-citations-landberg-case/ #Media #AI
Filtr is a new privacy tool that blocks ads in almost every iPhone and Mac app. The popular ad blocker can now block ads from loading inside apps, including web browsers, thanks to a new feature in the latest Apple software.
Naomi Gleit has been Meta's longest-serving employee, spending nearly 20 years at the company. The BBC spoke to her about weathering controversies and now leading Meta's AI push. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y71106g07o #Media #SocialMedia #AI
K-pop fans are calling out other fans who use AI to create deepfake videos and images of idols. The deepfakes show fans kissing, cuddling and in romantic scenarios with their favourite artists. Many in the K-pop community are outraged and calling for reports against those creating non-consensual AI content of real artists. https://www.404media.co/k-pop-fans-deepfakes-ai-generated-idols/ #Media #SocialMedia #AI
A growing number of young girls are developing unhealthy skincare routines driven by social media, experts warn. The trend of "cosmeticorexia" sees children as young as three following complex regimes promoted on TikTok and Instagram. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx212x41evwo #Media #SocialMedia
Instagram has launched Instagram Plus, a 3.99 USD monthly subscription add-on offering features like Story Spotlight, Super Hearts, custom app icons and extended story reach. The new tier aims to boost creator engagement and revenue. https://www.socialmediatoday.com/news/instagram-outlines-add-on-subscription-offerings/822190/ #Media #SocialMedia #Creator
BBC investigation finds vulnerable women being lured by illegal sperm donor services advertised on social media. The UK's fertility regulator warns of exploitation by predatory donors, with some Facebook groups having up to 40,000 members. One donor claimed 180 children worldwide. https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1j2349j8zjo #Media #SocialMedia #News
Canada's federal government has abandoned plans to restore online hate speech protections under Section 13 of the Canadian Human Rights Act, instead pointing to a proposed social media ban for minors. Researchers warn the ban will not stop hate speech targeting vulnerable groups. https://theconversation.com/canadas-federal-government-is-shelving-online-hate-speech-protections-heres-why-thats-a-problem-284055 #Media #SocialMedia #DataPrivacy