Meta

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is currently a subject of significant news coverage due to several ongoing issues. The company is facing criticism and legal alerts as its platforms, Facebook and Instagram, are being used to host "scam" advertisements that hijack the images of well-known brands like Tesco and Barclays, and public figures. Furthermore, a recent report alleges that Meta has continued to run paid advertisements featuring artificial intelligence-generated child sexual abuse material (CSAM) on its platforms, particularly in India, raising serious child safety concerns. In parallel, Meta's expansion plans, including data centers, are drawing attention, with civil rights groups in South Africa urging a halt due to fears over water and power resources. The company's role in the digital landscape is further highlighted by reports on the prevalence of online child abuse and the efforts of social media companies, including Meta, to better identify child users. The company also recently mourned the passing of its Greater China creative chief, Kitty Lun Kit-ying.