Facebook's $725 million privacy settlement is now sending out payments
People who filed claims as part of Facebook's privacy settlement could get their money over the next 10 weeks.
Whistleblowers say Meta suppressed safety concerns
There are troubling new allegations surrounding Meta and whether it is protecting children on its platforms. A pair of whistleblowers outlined details on Capitol Hill, accusing the social media giant of suppressing safety information. Nikole Killion has more.
Whistleblower claims about Meta and kids
Two Meta whistleblowers testified before Senate lawmakers on Tuesday, accusing the social media giant of suppressing research about the safety of child users. Senior Bloomberg News reporter Kurt Wagner joins CBS News to unpack the testimony.
How online connection created family bonds
When Anteres and Louis Turner longed for grandparents in their sons' lives, they connected with Janet Firestein Daw through the Surrogate Grandparents USA Facebook page. Two years later, "Nana J" has become an inseparable part of the family.
Untangling the Facebook data scandal
The app developer at the heart of the Facebook privacy scandal says the social media giant didn't enforce their own rules. Lesley Stahl reports.
Facebook bans researchers looking into platform
Facebook banned a group of New York University researchers from the platform who were looking into its practices. The social media site said they violated its terms of service, but critics argue the platform is trying to sideline the review. CBSN tech reporter Dan Patterson joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Facebook expands rules on "deepfakes"
Facebook's vice president for global policy management Monika Bickert testified about Facebook's policies and freedom of speech in front of a House committee Wednesday. Earlier this week the company rolled out new rules against "deepfake" videos. Jennifer Grygiel, assistant professor of communication at Syracuse University, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Inside the Zuckerberg-Chan family home
Only on “CBS This Morning,” Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, philanthropist Priscilla Chan, invited us into their home. They have never allowed a TV camera crew inside before. Gayle King was able to see first-hand who this couple is outside their Facebook lives. They discussed raising their two young daughters and how family inspires the work they do.
Zuckerberg, Chan on "setting audacious goals"
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, want to expand their reach beyond their social media empire. Their philanthropic company, which turns four years old Tuesday, is awarding millions of dollars to projects like eliminating all disease, transforming criminal justice and improving equity in education. "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King spoke with them at the offices of the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative for their first-ever joint network TV interview about what they want to accomplish.
Facebook CEO responds to political ads policy
For the first time, Facebook CEO and co-founder Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, are sitting down together for a network TV interview. “CBS This Morning” co-host Gayle King spoke with the couple about the challenges confronting Facebook, including the criticism over its handling of political advertising. Watch their extended conversation Tuesday, Dec. 3 on “CBS This Morning.”
Zuckerberg and Chan do first joint interview
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Priscilla Chan talk with Gayle King in their first joint TV interview. The three discussed why Facebook has chosen not to limit political advertising like Twitter and Google have.
Tech giants pledge money for Calif. housing
Apple, Facebook and Google in recent months have announced billion-dollar initiatives aimed at creating new housing in California. But housing advocates in the Bay Area say the funding will barely move the needle.
Are social media companies spying on us?
Social media companies are facing increased scrutiny for allegedly spying on our conversations via smartphone and targeting ads based on what we say. According to Pew Research, 81% of Americans own a smartphone. Cindy Pom reports.
Mark Zuckerberg to face lawmakers' questions
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is scheduled to testify Wednesday on Capitol Hill. The hearing is supposed to be about cryptocurrency, but congressional members of both parties are poised to ask him what he's been doing about protecting U.S. elections and policing harmful content. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Zuckerberg grilled on Capitol Hill
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg found himself on the hot seat. He went to Capitol Hill to talk about social media's global currency plans. But as Ed O'Keefe reports, he ended up getting grilled on a range of controversial issues.
Lawmakers press Facebook CEO on political ads
Facebook is dealing with a growing threat from some members of Congress who say they want to break up the tech company. CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified at a House committee hearing in Washington on Wednesday. Democrats hit him with a barrage of criticism on election security and other topics. Ed O'Keefe reports.
"Don't Be Evil" author on Big Tech's power
Google was founded with the corporate motto: "Don't be evil." Now that phrase serves as the title of a new book that explores how Big Tech has strayed from its original path and exploited its users in the process. Rana Foroohar, author of "Don't Be Evil: How Big Tech Betrayed Its Founding Principles – and All of Us," joined CBSN to discuss the industry's powerful impact on society.
California officials investigating Facebook
Facebook is at the center of a new lawsuit in its home state. California Attorney General Xavier Bacerra revealed Wednesday that Facebook had been the subject of an 18-month-long investigation into its privacy polices. CBS News contributor and editor-in-chief at Wired magazine Nicholas Thompson joins CBSN with more.
Tech investor on healthy workplace culture
Tech giants like Facebook, Amazon, Uber, and WeWork have all faced criticism for their workplace culture. Venture capitalist Ben Horowitz argues that many companies miss the mark when developing their culture. Horowitz joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his new book, "What You Do Is Who You Are: How to Create Your Business Culture."
Rep. Schiff on Russia
The top Democrat on the Intelligence Committee Adam Schiff, D-California, provides an update on the progress of the Russia investigation.
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Some problems might be too big for Facebook
Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, joins "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan to discuss what he plans to ask Mark Zuckerberg in a congressional hearing this week.
What will Zuckerberg tell Congress?
Nick Thompson, Wired's editor in chief and a CBS News contributor, joins "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan to discuss how Facebook is responding to the data scandal that affects millions of users.
Jon Meacham on "climate of fear"
Author and historian Jon Meacham joins Margaret Brennan to discuss his new book, "The Soul of America: The Battle for Our Better Angels."
Kaine calls for "reasonable regulation" of social media firms
Sen. Tim Kaine, D - Virginia, spoke with Face the Nation moderator Margaret Brennan late last week in Richmond.
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Trump says suspect in Charlie Kirk shooting is in custody
Conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder Charlie Kirk died Wednesday after he was shot at an event at Utah Valley University.
Poland rejects Trump's suggestion Russian drone raid a possible mistake
Responding to President Trump, Poland's leader said, "we would also wish that the drone attack on Poland was a mistake. But it wasn't."
Here's what we know about the search for Charlie Kirk's killer
Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed on Wednesday while speaking an event at Utah Valley University. Authorities have not identified a suspect.
Charlie Kirk's body flown on Air Force Two to Arizona
Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at an event at Utah Valley University Wednesday. His body was flown on Air Force Two to Arizona, where he lived with his family.
Under Trump, FDA seeks to abandon expert reviews of new drugs
Advisory committee meetings help FDA scientists make decisions and increase public understanding of drug regulation, and abandoning them doesn't make sense, former officials said.
Supreme Court's upcoming term could be marked by disputes over Trump policies
Over 300 lawsuits challenging many of Trump's second-term plans have been winding through federal courts, and a handful may be poised for Supreme Court review.
Alleged drug boat from Venezuela was turning back when hit, sources say
The U.S. military strike killed 11 people who the Trump administration said were Tren de Aragua members. A Venezuelan official denied they were involved in the gang.
Trump admin. asks appeals court to allow firing of Lisa Cook before Fed meeting
The Trump administration wants an appeals court to lift a ruling that blocked President Trump from firing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook before an interest rate meeting next week.
Lawmakers scale back outdoor events after Charlie Kirk assassination
Members of Congress are curtailing outdoor events and public appearances in the wake of the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk.