If Meta can convince the court that the FTC’s market definition is wrong and that TikTok is Meta’s biggest rival, then Meta’s market share drops below monopolist standards, “undercutting” the FTC’s case, Big Tech on Trial reported. But are Facebook and Instagram substitutes for TikTok? Although Meta paints the picture that TikTok users naturally gravitated … Read more
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine created a dilemma for European radical right parties that had cultivated friendly ties with Vladimir Putin. Chendi Wang and Argyrios Altiparmakis analyse a decade of Facebook posts to reveal how these parties strategically managed their communications to avoid the political fallout while maintaining their Eurosceptic agenda. When Russia launched its full-scale … Read more
Image Source: 123rf.com Social media is more than just selfies and memes—it’s a powerful force shaping how we shop. You might think you’re just browsing, but platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook are constantly nudging you toward your next purchase. If you’ve ever added something to your cart after watching a 10-second video, you’re not … Read more
Partner Greg Care was quoted on how the 2024 Presidential election results could impact the FTC’s rule banning most employment non-compete clauses in several media outlets, including Legal Dive – whose story was also picked up by Yahoo Finance – Radio Ink Magazine, Daily Dot, and employment agency Staffing Industry Analysts. The Legal Dive and … Read more
A new ransomware group called Arcus Media, which has been active since June 2024, has been observed using sophisticated privilege escalation and encryption methods, SIliconAngle reports. The report by cybersecurity firm Halcyon Tech noted that the group is not widely recognized, having been associated with attacks on companies such as DatAnalitica and known to employ a double extortion strategy, … Read more