This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: Credit: Julio Lopez from Pexels Meta, the corporation that owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, has announced that it not only plans to replace its professional fact-checking system with user-contribution, but also cut down on many of its diversity schemes in respect of hiring and training. With the U.S. Presidential Inaugur ...

Core Viewpoint - Mark Zuckerberg's decision to remove fact-checkers from Meta's platforms has ignited significant debate regarding the potential impact on misinformation and credibility in social media [1][4]. Group 1: Impact of Removing Fact-Checkers - The removal of fact-checkers is seen as a regression in efforts to combat misinformation, particularly in critical areas such as politics, public health, and climate change [3][4]. - Critics argue that replacing fact-checkers with community-driven notes may amplify echo chambers and facilitate the spread of unchecked falsehoods [4][5]. Group 2: The Role of AI and Neurotechnology - The emergence of advanced AI models, such as OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Gemini, presents significant challenges by generating human-like language and potentially reshaping online discourse [2][6]. - AI-generated content complicates the distinction between human and machine authorship, raising ethical concerns about authorship, originality, and accountability [7]. - Neurotechnology, which aims to understand human cognition, overlaps with AI advancements, leading to potential exploitation of human thought and communication [10][11]. Group 3: Broader Implications - The intersection of AI and neurotechnology could erode trust and reshape communication and privacy, necessitating strong legislation and cooperation across industries and governments to protect fundamental human rights [12]. - Meta's investments in neurotechnology alongside AI ventures raise questions about the use of data from brain activity and linguistic patterns, highlighting the need for safeguards against misuse [11][12].

This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: Credit: Julio Lopez from Pexels Meta's decision to change its content moderation policies by replacing centralized fact-checking teams with user-generated community labeling has stirred up a storm of reactions. But taken at face value, the changes raise the question of the effectiveness of Meta's old policy, fact-checking, and i ...

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This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: The 787 Dreamliner, one of two major Boeing jets that serve as the revenue lifeblood for the embattled aviation giant. Boeing delivered just 348 commercial planes in 2024 according to figures released Tuesday that showed the ugly effects from a year of labor disruption and safety setbacks. The annual figure was well below 2023 ...

This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: This photo illustration created in January 2025 in Germany, shows the media giant Meta's logo displayed on a smartphone. Meta plans to dismiss approximately 3,600 employees identified as low performers and replace them with new hires, according to an internal memo reported by Bloomberg on Tuesday. The company, which owns Faceb ...

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Investment in Mexico - Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's largest cloud computing company with global data centers [1] - AWS announced a $5 billion investment in a new data center in Queretaro, Mexico [2][3] - The investment is part of a broader tech industry push to expand storage facilities for AI needs [3] - The data center is expected to generate 7,000 jobs and contribute over $10 billion to Mexico's economy over 15 years [10] Mexico's Economic Strategy - Mexico aims to become the world's 10th largest economy, up from 12th, by attracting $277 billion in investments [3] - The country is promoting "nearshoring" to attract US companies moving production from Asia to closer markets [7] - Mexico replaced China as the United States' largest trade partner last year [5] Trade Relations and Challenges - The US-Mexico-Canada trade agreement is set for review in 2026, potentially causing disagreements [6] - US President-elect Donald Trump has threatened a 25% tariff on Mexican goods due to immigration and drug trafficking concerns [4] - Trump's policies favor "reshoring" jobs and factories back to the US, contrasting with Mexico's "nearshoring" strategy [8] Environmental Considerations - Data centers face scrutiny for high energy consumption and water usage in cooling systems [11] - Amazon aims to make all its data centers "water-positive" by 2030, conserving more water than they use [11] Competitive Landscape - AWS's main competitors in cloud computing are Microsoft and Google, which also plan to build a data center in Queretaro [9]

This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: Credit: Julio Lopez from Pexels Brazil was on Tuesday analyzing a response from social media giant Meta which had been given a 72-hour deadline to explain its fact-checking policy for the country. The Attorney General's office (AGU) said in a statement that Meta had responded within the deadline after a threat of "legal and ju ...

This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and other services has announced it will discontinue its third-party factchecking programs, starting in the US. Journalists and anti-hate speech activists have criticized the decision as an attempt to curry favor with the incoming US pre ...

This article has been reviewed according to Science X's editorial process and policies . Editors have highlighted the following attributes while ensuring the content's credibility: Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Amazon.com Inc. is halting some of its diversity and inclusion programs, a move that coincides with activist pressure on U.S. companies to abandon efforts to build a more diverse workforce. In a memo to employees, Candi Castleberry, a senior human resources executive, said last month that Ama ...