Facebook Removed Over 3 Billion Fake Accounts In 6 Months
Facebook's new report didn't say how many fake accounts it also missed.
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Facebook's new report didn't say how many fake accounts it also missed.
Facebook debuted a makeover for its main app on Tuesday and said the company is making a major shift in how it's run.
One analysis from the University of Oxford says the number of Facebook accounts for dead people will outnumber the living by 2070.
Facebook has admitted that it collected up to 1.5 million users' email contacts without their consent, in the latest privacy issue to hit the giant tech firm.
All three social media platforms, including Facebook Messenger, were not loading as of early Sunday morning.
Facebook revealed on Thursday it didn't properly mask the passwords of hundreds of millions of its users.
Facebook originally removed the ads because of a policy violation against using Facebook's logo, but it restored them.
The far-reaching proposal would impose new rules on certain kinds of tech companies with $25 billion or more in annual revenue.
A doctor in Boston says Facebook needs to be more transparent about suicide prevention efforts.
With a brand new, 130,000-square-foot space, Facebook Boston is ready to triple its employee count.
Facebook offered more of its users' data to companies than it has admitted, according to a new report.
When extreme weather conditions trapped a New Hampshire hiker in the mountains of Franconia this weekend, he turned to Facebook for help.
Facebook announced on Friday that the social network had exposed the private photos of millions of users without their permission.
The New York Times reports Facebook "ignored warning signs" of Russian interference and "sought to conceal them from public view."
Twitter had a blast while Facebook experienced an outage.
It is not yet known when this reported feature will be ready for all users.
Facebook now says hackers accessed data from 29 million accounts as part of the security breach disclosed two weeks ago.
The Portal's built-in camera automatically follows users as they move and even widens the shot if a second person enters the frame.
If you get a message about duplicate Facebook friend requests, just ignore it.
Facebook says 50 million user accounts have been affected by a security breach.
Buy nothing but get everything you need. That's the mission of Facebook groups popping up in several towns.
Jon says another pathetic showing by social-media bigwigs shows just how badly adult supervision of them is needed.
A Waltham mother is hoping for major security changes by Facebook, after her 16-year-old daughter's account was hacked and disabled.
Police officer Celeste Ayala was on duty at Sister Maria Ludovica Children's Hospital in Buenos Aires when the infant was brought in for treatment.
Shares plunged 19% on Thursday after executives warned that revenue growth would slow as the company focuses on user privacy.
A red-tailed hawk is fighting for its life in Massachusetts, the latest predatory bird to fall victim to ingesting a controversial rodenticide.
How much total snow is Massachusetts forecast to get this winter? The WBZ NEXT Weather team shares their predictions.
As teacher strikes continue in three North Shore communities in Massachusetts, non-union employees at the schools like bus drivers and cafeteria workers are still hard at work.
The Boston Celtics will be welcomed to the White House by President Joe Biden on Thursday to celebrate the franchise's 18th NBA Championship.
Boston police are investigating the theft of $250,000 worth of jewelry from a locker at a high end spa and salon in Copley Square Tuesday afternoon.
How much total snow is Massachusetts forecast to get this winter? The WBZ NEXT Weather team shares their predictions.
The Boston Celtics will be welcomed to the White House by President Joe Biden on Thursday to celebrate the franchise's 18th NBA Championship.
Boston police are investigating the theft of $250,000 worth of jewelry from a locker at a high end spa and salon in Copley Square Tuesday afternoon.
A red-tailed hawk is fighting for its life in Massachusetts, the latest predatory bird to fall victim to ingesting a controversial rodenticide.
As teacher strikes continue in three North Shore communities in Massachusetts, non-union employees at the schools like bus drivers and cafeteria workers are still hard at work.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Researchers at a Massachusetts hospital have discovered a new sign that could indicate whether someone has a concussion and it's literally a shaking of the head.
Several hospitals have failed to come to an agreement with the second-largest health insurer in Massachusetts, Point32Health.
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
WBZ-TV's I-Team has uncovered a third attempted land grab by thieves in Massachusetts, this time in West Yarmouth.
Pink cocaine has reportedly made its way to the Boston area, federal investigators told WBZ-TV's I-Team.
Some Winthrop residents are pushing back against a law requiring Massachusetts communities with T access to allow the development of multifamily units to help with the housing crunch. All of it now could soon be up to voters to decide.
A Springfield man says he gave police evidence that points to another suspect in the Boston Strangler investigation - not Albert DeSalvo.
Now that Question 2 has passed, removing MCAS as a graduation requirement in Massachusetts schools, what are the standards for high school graduation?
Massachusetts voters approved ballot questions on the auditor's authority and the MCAS, but lawmakers may still tinker with them.
Donald Trump won 75 cities and towns in Massachusetts in the 2024 election. Eleven of them voted Democrat four years ago.
If you were looking for surprises, the 2024 election likely wasn't for you.
John Deaton said he believes Sen. Elizabeth Warren is creating divisiveness in the state
The maker of Bell's Seasoning says its stuffing won't be in stores for Thanksgiving this year.
The Museum of Ice Cream will open its doors this December in Boston's Seaport neighborhood.
It appears Tree House Brewing Company has big plans to expand in Boston, according to filings with the city.
Here's where to find Veterans Day 2024 free food offers and discounts at restaurants in Massachusetts.
Seven Stop & Shop stores in Massachusetts will be closing permanently on Oct. 31.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
The Boston Celtics will be welcomed to the White House by President Joe Biden on Thursday to celebrate the franchise's 18th NBA Championship.
Cole Strange is back at practice for the New England Patriots, and detailed his frustrating recovery from a right knee injury that has sidelined him for nearly a year.
The New England Patriots will make their annual trip to South Beach this weekend to take on the Miami Dolphins.
Bruins GM Don Sweeney said "change is hard," but he believes it was the right time to fire head coach Jim Montgomery as the team struggles early in the season.
The defending NBA champions held off the league's hottest team on Tuesday night in Boston.
Researchers spotted a right whale in Cape Cod Bay exhibiting behavior that is typically seen later in the season.
The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River has landed on USA Today's Top 10 list of the best haunted hotels.
New York City is officially legalizing jaywalking. Is it time for Boston to do the same?
Boston is looking to give new life to the historic bear dens in Franklin Park.
The massive comet that's starting to become visible in the night sky won't stick around for too long.