Aaron Sorkin’s sort-of sequel to the 2010 “Social Network” dramatizes a whistle-blowing case at Facebook. Here’s what to know.
Category: Facebook Inc
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What to Know About the Facebook Whistle-Blowing Case Depicted in ‘The Social Reckoning’
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‘The Social Reckoning’ Review: Sounding the Alarm
The New York Times – Movies:Aaron Sorkin’s latest movie is about how social-media platforms like Facebook have rewired our brains and the larger world.
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Aaron Sorkin Still Believes in American Institutions, Even if No One Else Does
The New York Times – Movies:The Oscar-winning writer returns to Facebook with “The Social Reckoning”— and remains as optimistic as ever.
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As Big Tech Takes Over Hollywood, the Picture Onscreen Gets Darker
The New York Times – Movies:“The Social Reckoning” and other movies reflect growing discontent with Silicon Valley founders. But such films may be at the mercy of the companies themselves.
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Risks for Clicks: Why Online Influencers Push Shock Content
The New York Times – Business:A growing number of social media creators are pushing the boundaries of safety and good taste to feed algorithms and win followers.
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Kenyans Made a Living Writing College Essays. Then A.I. Arrived.
The New York Times – Business:Thousands of Kenyans made a living writing essays for overseas students. With A.I., the work has dried up, a warning for online gig work that has been a global lifeline.
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As Meta Enters Its Zombie Era, Every Blow Counts
The New York Times – On the Runway:Meta’s settlement is far from perfect, but it’s better than nothing.
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After Meta Settlement, Teens Divided on New Instagram and Facebook Restrictions
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:Young people said the platforms could be a space for gathering, but also a waste of time.
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Meta to Pay Up to $17.1 Billion in Landmark Settlement Over Social Media Addiction Claims
The New York Times – Business:The social media giant settled with 47 states, the District of Columbia and U.S. territories, and agreed to make major changes to its products over claims its platforms endangered children.
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How Social Media Sparked a Refugee Crisis Between Spain and Morocco
The New York Times – Business:A wave of disinformation online contributed to a surge of migrants in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta who were trying to reach Europe, resulting in about 90 deaths.
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Those Soldiers Flooding Your Feeds? They Might Not Be Real.
The New York Times – Business:Videos generated by artificial intelligence have swarmed social media to exploit public support of U.S. troops for other purposes.
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Trump Threatens 100% Tariffs on Europe Over Tech Taxes
The New York Times – Business:The president claimed the tariffs would override a trade deal with the European Union, which European officials finalized just days ago.