A #Reuters report reveals that #Meta, the parent company of #Facebook, #Instagram, and #WhatsApp, has profited from #scamads for years. The company allegedly prioritised revenue from these #ads, even when aware of their #harmful impact on users. Despite efforts to combat #fraud, Meta’s approach has been criticised for being too slow and prioritising AI development over user safety. arstechnica.com/tech-policy/20… #tech #media #news
Bombshell report exposes how Meta relied on scam ad profits to fund AI
Meta goosed its revenue by targeting users likely to click on scam ads, docs show.Ashley Belanger (Ars Technica)
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