Meta, the parent company of Instagram, is taking steps to protect teenagers on its platform by introducing new features to blur messages containing nudity. This move is aimed at safeguarding young users and preventing potential scammers from contacting them. The decision comes amidst growing concerns about harmful content on social media platforms, with Meta facing increased scrutiny in the US and Europe.
The protective feature for Instagram’s direct messages will utilize on-device machine learning to assess whether an image sent via the platform contains nudity. By blurring such messages, Instagram hopes to create a safer environment for teenagers and discourage inappropriate behavior.
In other news, Netflix has been directed to stop advertising and distributing its games in Vietnam due to a lack of licensing. Despite previous government directives to block certain content, Netflix is reportedly working towards establishing an office in the country.
Meanwhile, Truecaller has launched Truecaller for Web, allowing Android users to manage calls and messages from their desktops. This new feature eliminates the need to constantly switch between devices, offering a convenient solution for busy individuals.
Additionally, Realme has confirmed the launch of the Wi-Fi version of the Realme Pad 2 tablet in India on April 15. The new model is expected to offer exceptional features at a potentially lower price point compared to the LTE version.
Lastly, OnePlus and Oppo are set to integrate Gemini 1.0 Ultra AI into their smartphones in collaboration with Google. This partnership aims to bring innovative AI features to enhance user experience on these popular smartphone lines.