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June 04, 2021 04 Jun'21
Facebook focuses on business-to-consumer messaging

Facebook announced tools to make it easier for enterprises to reach customers on Instagram and WhatsApp, saying customers prefer messaging businesses.
February 12, 2021 12 Feb'21
News briefs: Reddit doubles valuation to $6 billion

Reddit will expand into international markets after raising $250 million. It also announced plans to double its staff size and invest in video and advertising.
January 14, 2021 14 Jan'21
Big Tech's uneasy balance of capitalism, censorship

Big tech companies' enforcement of acceptable use policies following Capitol riots is questioned, as some say First Amendment rights to free speech should extend to social networks.
January 07, 2021 07 Jan'21
Twitter, Facebook bounce President Trump from their platforms

Twitter has permanently suspended President Trump's account. Facebook has banned the president until the end of his term and possibly beyond.

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