Tag: Meta

Facebook’s New Name “Meta” Ruled Illegal in Brazil

In a surprising turn of events, a Brazilian court recently ruled against Meta, formerly known as Facebook, in a trademark infringement lawsuit brought by a local company named Meta Servicos. The court ordered the tech giant to cease using the “Meta” name within Brazil within 30 days or face a hefty daily fine. This unexpected…
Trademark Battle: Threads Software Limited Challenges Meta Over “Threads”

In an earlier post we had explained to you about the tussle with Meta’s Threads and another Threads, a Slack alternative, which operated on the domain name Threads.com. Meta’s Threads thus had to satisfy the Threads.net domain name. Now another Threads is increasing trouble for Meta’s Threads. This time the trouble is from the UK.…
Meta’s News Blockade Has Minimal Impact on Canadian Facebook Users

Despite Meta’s news blackout in Canada, user engagement on Facebook remains unchanged. Data defies expectations, raising questions about the impact of news content on social media. A clash between tech innovation and traditional news consumption unfolds.
BlueSky’s Milestone and Threads’ Surging Support: A Comparative Analysis

BlueSky and Threads are vying for Twitter’s crown. BlueSky, led by Jack Dorsey, celebrates reaching one million users with an exclusive invitation-only model, while Threads gains unprecedented support with its open accessibility. A battle of exclusivity vs. mass appeal unfolds in the race for Twitter’s successor.
The Threads Conundrum: Meta’s Threads and Threads.com in the Spotlight

Prepare for a clash of Threads as Meta’s Threads and Threads.com find themselves entangled in a web of domain confusion. From unexpected domain choices to witty responses, these two tech contenders navigate the chaos with resilience and humor. Get ready to unravel the yarn behind this hilarious brand mix-up!
Why Threads Chose a .NET Domain Instead of .COM?

Discover why Threads, the innovative social media network, chose a .NET domain instead of the conventional .COM. Learn how their adoption of ActivityPub and decentralized networking empowers users with privacy, interconnectivity, and control. Explore the significance of their branding choice and the rapid success they achieved within hours of launch
Bluesky Launches Custom Domains, Ushering in a New Era of Decentralized Social Networking

Bluesky revolutionizes social networking with custom domains, empowering users to create unique online identities. By registering personalized web addresses, users establish a distinct presence within the platform, reflecting their brand, expertise, and interests. A game-changer in the era of decentralized social media.
Companies refraining from Social Media LogIns

LogIns to a new platform can be a hassling task. Entering a new User Id and then remembering the Password is a step that many avoid. In such cases, LogIns through Social Media handles come handy. No need for a new set of credentials. However, this convenience is going to lapse soon. Many firms are…
Highlights of .me in the first half of 2022

.me published its figures for the first half of 2022. The figures published give an overall view of the state of health of this short TLD. The report doesn’t discuss the entirety of .me domains but focuses primarily on the Premium Domain Name sales figures. A total of 41 Premium .me domain names were registered…
Meta files trademarks for MetaPay

Earlier we had reported about a deal in between Meta Platforms Inc, and Meta Financial Group. The $60 million deal is now looking to benefit the company in establishing a new division. The deal allowed Meta Platforms Inc, to use Meta Financial Group’s mark around the world. One of the subsidiaries of the Group was…