Google makes 3,000 deepfake videos (to fight deepfakes)
Google has released a huge database of deepfake videos, created using paid actors, designed to help systems detect fake videos that could be used to spread disinformation
Ready Player One? Facebook outlines social VR future with ‘Horizon’
Facebook has revealed its plans for a social media universe exclusively for Oculus headsets, in what it hopes will be the next generation for its platform.
Kik shuts down messaging app, moves into cryptocurrency
Kik is shutting down its popular but controversial messenger app despite having millions of active users around the world.
Princes Selects Wavemaker North to Manage Masterbrand launch on social media
WPP media agency Wavemaker North, has launched a new social campaign for canned food brand Princes across Facebook and Instagram.
Facebook buys ‘mind reading’ wristband company
Facebook has bought a start-up making devices that can pick up electrical signals from the brain and transmit them to a computer
Insurers ‘neglecting customer service on digital channels’
Insurers are the least trusted companies in the UK and are unable to answer over half of routine questions successfully, according to new research.
Twitter fail: US military apologises for threatening to ‘bomb’ Area 51 festival
The US military has apologised for sending a tweet that appeared to threaten people visiting Area 51 over the weekend after a Facebook event went viral.
Facebook updates voice and video device ‘Portal’ with TV dongle
Facebook has revealed three new Portal devices: The Portal TV, Portal Mini and a redesigned Portal.