Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 07/08 – Facebook Fails Its Own Audit
Jul 8, 2020
Facebook's civil rights audit highlights its failure to tackle hate speech and misinformation, leaving civil rights groups dissatisfied. Thunderbolt 4 is set to revolutionize connections with 8K monitor support, while Qualcomm unveils its powerful Snapdragon 865 Plus chip, optimized for gaming. Samsung gears up for its Unpacked event amidst tough competition from Chinese smartphone makers. Also discussed are the new subscription plans from Twitter and the innovative Mmhmm tool, transforming dull video calls into engaging experiences.
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Facebook Ad Boycott Meeting
- Facebook executives met with ad boycott organizers, but no resolution was reached.
- The organizers criticized Facebook for offering talking points instead of meeting demands.
Facebook Fails Civil Rights Audit
- Facebook's independent civil rights audit revealed the company's failure to address key issues.
- The audit criticized Facebook for prioritizing free speech, especially for politicians, over other values.
Apple Pay QR Codes
- Upcoming iOS 14 may enable payments using QR codes.
- This feature, discovered in beta code, could enhance Apple Pay's functionality.