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Mark Zuckerberg's venture into the metaverse faced challenges, but it's now paying off. Meta's value has soared to over $1.4 trillion, his net worth has surged to $201 billion, making him the fourth richest person. Could the expansion into the metaverse and AI be driving this success?

Meta's Reality Labs division has taken a significant step forward in the race to revolutionize augmented reality (AR) technology with its recent unveiling of the Orion AR glasses.

Meta said it's banning Russia's state media organization from its social media platforms, alleging that the outlets used deceptive tactics to amplify Moscow's propaganda.

The Golden State Warriors home court was filled with countless of tech fans on tuesday to see Silicon Valley’s biggest ballers Mark Zuckerberg. In conversation with the hosts of the Acquired podcast, Zuckerberg declared that his days of apologizing are officially over.

Meta is reportedly developing sleek, mixed-reality glasses, codenamed "Puffin," set for a 2027 release, offering a more streamlined alternative to the heavy headsets that have yet to gain widespread traction.

In his upcoming book, Donald Trump criticises Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg for alleged election interference and threatens legal action if similar actions occur in 2024. The book also addresses Zuckerberg's past donations and Meta's controversial decisions.

Meta Spark will shut down on January 14, 2025, ending its platform for third-party AR creation and removal of user-generated AR content from Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger. Meta is shifting its focus to AI and the metaverse, leaving AR developers to find new platforms like Snapchat's Lens Studio or Unity.

Meta is scaling back its high-end metaverse projects due to significant financial losses, including scrapping the La Jolla mixed-reality headset. Instead, the company will focus on more affordable VR devices like the Quest 3S and upcoming Orion AR glasses, aiming to make its technology more accessible.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed that Facebook faced pressure from the Biden administration to censor COVID-19 content during the pandemic—a decision he now regrets. His admission has prompted varied reactions on X, highlighting a sense of missed opportunities.

Metaplanet's stock has risen by 14% following its completion of a ¥1 billion Bitcoin purchase, a move tied to the company's broader strategy to embrace cryptocurrency amidst Japan's economic challenges.