Meta has purchased Manus, a Singapore-based AI startup, for $2 billion. Manus's technology allows for more autonomous decision-making compared to traditional chatbots, which could enhance Meta's platforms and user engagement. The acquisition faces potential regulatory scrutiny due to Manus's Chinese connections.

Meta shows users about 15 billion fraudulent ads daily, despite acknowledging the issue. Internal documents reveal the company is hesitant to fully combat fraud due to potential revenue loss, while regulators are increasing pressure for better protections.

Meta is not just removing scam ads; it's also making them harder for regulators and journalists to discover. Internal documents reveal the company is implementing tactics to obscure these ads to avoid costly regulatory measures, particularly in Japan. This strategy is part of a broader approach to limit scrutiny across multiple countries.

The UK Gambling Commission's Tim Miller accused Meta of failing to proactively identify and remove ads for illegal gambling sites. He argued that Meta's claims of needing user reports to address these ads are false, highlighting the company's searchable ad library as evidence of its complicity in the issue. Miller urged for collaboration among regulators and industry players to combat illegal gambling effectively.

Meta is establishing a political action committee in California to support candidates from both parties who advocate for lighter regulations on artificial intelligence. The PAC, named "Mobilizing Economic Transformation Across California," aims to influence state-level policies that impact AI innovation amidst a regulatory environment perceived as restrictive.