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Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said in an interview on CNN that he's willing to testify before Congress amid reports that his company mishandled data of 50 million users.
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Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said in an interview on CNN that he's willing to testify before Congress amid reports that his company mishandled data of 50 million users.
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Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg finally addressed his company's privacy scandal, admitting the social media site breached the trust of users. But for people who want to delete their accounts, it's not as simple as you might think. CBS News correspondent Vladimir Duthiers explains.
"We have a responsibility to protect your data, and if we can't then we don't deserve to serve you," Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said in a statement Wednesday following reports that the company mishandled the personal data of millions of users. Dan Patterson, a senior writer for TechRepublic, discusses the statement and what it's missing.
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of social media giant Facebook, released a statement Wednesday afternoon, breaking his silence about startling reports that the company mishandled the personal data of millions of users. He said in a post on Facebook there was a "breach of trust between Facebook and the people who share their data with us."
Facebook co-founder and author of "Fair Shot: Rethinking Inequality and How We Earn" Chris Hughes says it's clear Russia used the site for malicious purposes in 2016. He joined Red and Blue to discuss the company's role and responsibilities in 2018, and pitches his plan for tackling the income divide.
A new report looks into problems Facebook is struggling to address, including the impact social media and fake news are having on society. CBS News contributor and "Wired" editor-in-chief Nick Thompson joins CBSN with what the report found.
More than 100 public health advocates are calling on Facebook to pull the plug on its new Messenger Kids app. The group sent a letter Tuesday to Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, saying, "A growing body of research demonstrates that excessive use of digital devices and social media is harmful to children and teens." Jericka Duncan reports.
Facebook says it will start prioritizing content from your friends and family over posts from publishers and brands.
Roger McNamee, one of Facebook's early investors and a former mentor to CEO Mark Zuckerberg, warns of the social media giant's harmful and potentially irreversible effects on society. McNamee, managing director of the private equity firm Elevation Partners, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the argument he makes in a new Washington Monthly essay, "How to fix Facebook -- before it fixes us." He claims Facebook has prioritized advertisers and not protected users. McNamee still holds a stake in Facebook.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg wrote on the social media platform: "We currently make too many errors enforcing our policies and preventing misuse of our tools." Zuckerberg has been setting yearly personal challenges since 2009. He previously ran 365 miles, traveled across the country and learned Mandarin. Vladimir Duthiers reports.
Facebook's decision to uphold its suspension of former President Trump's account has reignited the debate over free speech and public safety. Now, social media companies are facing growing calls to combat extremism, misinformation and political polarization. Chris Bail, a Duke University professor and author of "Breaking the Social Media Prism: How to Make our Platforms Less Polarizing," joined CBSN to discuss his research on the issue.
In 2011, the Winklevoss twins, known for suing Mark Zuckerberg over the idea of Facebook, invested $11 million into bitcoin. That's now valued at more than $1 billion.
Bill Baer is a visiting fellow in Governance Studies at the Brookings Institution, and served as assistant attorney general in charge of the Antitrust Division at the Department of Justice. He joined CBSN to discuss the decision by Facebook's Oversight Board to uphold the suspension of former President Donald Trump's accounts.
Facebook's oversight board announced Wednesday that it is upholding the company's decision to suspend the account of former President Donald Trump. Imran Ahmed, the CEO of the Center for Countering Digital Hate, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Facebook has agreed to disclose ads to Congress that were purchased by Russians on the social media platform in that country's effort to influence the 2016 election, the company announced Thursday. CEO Mark Zuckerberg made the brief announcement Thursday. Watch his full remarks here.
Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerburg have argued over the opportunities and dangers of artificial intelligence, and now the Facebook creator has scratched an experiment with A.I. chatbots. CNET's Dan Ackerman joins CBSN to discuss A.I. and its future.
Two tech billionaires are clashing over the future of artificial intelligence. Tesla co-founder Elon Musk warned this month that AI is a "fundamental risk to the existence of civilization." Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg criticized those comments during a Facebook Live session without using Musk's name. Robert Safian, editor of Fast Company magazine, joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss advantages and concerns of artificial intelligence.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg gave the commencement address at Harvard University this year. Watch an excerpt of his speech here.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg spoke at the company's F8 developers conference Tuesday and briefly addressed the killing of a Cleveland man streamed on the site. CBS News' Don Champion has the latest on the end of the two-day manhunt in the case and Zuckerberg's response.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg made brief remarks Tuesday about the killing streamed on the social media platform. Zuckerberg spoke at the F8 developers conference and said Facebook "will work to prevent tragedies like Cleveland." CBSN's Reena Ninan has the latest.
Mark Zuckerberg is said to be worth $3 billion for founding the social networking Web site Facebook. Lesley Stahl talks to the man whose $15 billion company could be the next Google.
Blogger, and sometime Facebook critic, Kara Swisher actually has a page on Facebook. She shares her likes and dislikes of the service and the company behind it.
What's on Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg's personal page? Lesley Stahl got a sneak peek when she interviewed him in Palo Alto.
Blogger Kara Swisher has referred to Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg as the "toddler CEO." She explains why she thinks the company needs a more seasoned CEO, especially if they go public.
Heavy snow, ice and brutal cold are expected to make this winter storm a potentially life-threatening weather event, stretching across two-thirds of the U.S.
Ryan Wedding, a 44-year-old Canadian national, was added to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list last year.
A winter storm is forecast to dump up to 24 inches of snow in some places this weekend, and many are wondering: How much snow are we actually getting?
Hundreds of businesses in the Twin Cities are closed Friday to protest the presence of federal immigration agents in Minnesota, as thousands of demonstrators have taken to the streets of downtown Minneapolis in a show of solidarity.
The 5-year-old immigrant boy taken into ICE custody alongside his father in Minnesota has an active immigration case and cannot be legally deported yet, records reviewed by CBS News indicate.
Accumulating ice may pose even bigger problems than snow in this weekend's winter storm.
President Trump indicated he's watching the Iranian regime's response to massive protests that began late last month.
Five people have been arrested in connection with the Sunday shooting of a judge and his wife in Indiana, according to authorities.
The Republican National Committee on Friday voted to amend its bylaws to clear the way for a GOP "midterm convention" ahead of November's elections.
The 5-year-old immigrant boy taken into ICE custody alongside his father in Minnesota has an active immigration case and cannot be legally deported yet, records reviewed by CBS News indicate.
Only one in four Americans has a credit score above 800, which is considered exceptional, according to industry data.
Facing pressure from President Trump, credit card issuers are exploring ways to ease borrowing costs.
A federal judge says the Trump administration must keep the money flowing for now for programs aimed at helping low-income families with children in five states.
Accumulating ice may pose even bigger problems than snow in this weekend's winter storm.
Only one in four Americans has a credit score above 800, which is considered exceptional, according to industry data.
Facing pressure from President Trump, credit card issuers are exploring ways to ease borrowing costs.
Federal safety regulators warn that home heating equipment can spark fires or emit carbon monoxide. Here's what to know.
Cold weather can reduce the efficiency of electric vehicles, shortening their driving range. These tips can help.
Other Tesla vehicles also struggled to attract buyers, with sales of its X, S and Y models all sinking from the previous year.
The 5-year-old immigrant boy taken into ICE custody alongside his father in Minnesota has an active immigration case and cannot be legally deported yet, records reviewed by CBS News indicate.
The Republican National Committee on Friday voted to amend its bylaws to clear the way for a GOP "midterm convention" ahead of November's elections.
A federal judge says the Trump administration must keep the money flowing for now for programs aimed at helping low-income families with children in five states.
In his new memoir, the Pennsylvania governor writes of the aftermath of the April 2025 arson attack on his home, and of the character of ordinary Americans representing "the bonds that lead to a more perfect union."
President Trump indicated he's watching the Iranian regime's response to massive protests that began late last month.
After a year of ongoing measles outbreaks that have sickened more than 2,400 people, the United States is poised to lose its status as a measles-free country.
An infectious disease physician and former CDC official said he does not "have faith" that the U.S. is "handling measles very well."
A review of studies published in The Lancet found no link between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and autism, contradicting the Trump administration's recent claims.
Lacy Cornelius Boyd needed IV nutrition and an ileostomy bag after a devastating car crash. A rare transplant was her only option.
A new analysis of dozens of peer-reviewed medical studies found no link between the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and diagnoses of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities in children.
President Trump indicated he's watching the Iranian regime's response to massive protests that began late last month.
Russia's relentless strikes leave families in Kyiv without heat and power, and keep schools closed for at least a month.
European veterans, families of the fallen, and politicians are voicing outrage over Trump's claim NATO allies stayed behind the front lines in Afghanistan.
Benoit Bourguet, 47, was competing in a rowing race from Spain to Antigua when large waves capsized his single-man vessel.
A court hears that President Trump's youngest son called police to report an ongoing attack on a female friend in Britain after seeing it on a video chat.
Madison Beer says music has always been her escape since she started writing songs at just 6 years old. But the 26-year-old has had to navigate ups and downs in her journey to stardom. Anthony Mason reports.
"Sinners" set an all-time record for the most Oscar nominations with 16, including for best picture. Not far behind is "One Battle After Another" with 13 nominations. Meanwhile, "Wicked: For Good" received zero nominations, even in categories where the first "Wicked" movie won just last year.
Sales of tickets to NHL games jumped more than 20% after the hit HBO show debuted in the fall, according to ticket vendor.
Jessica Williams joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the upcoming season of "Shrinking," which follows a therapist as he navigates life after the loss of his wife. She talks about her character, how her own mental health helps shape the role, and working with Michael J. Fox and Harrison Ford.
The nominees for the 98th Academy Awards have been revealed. Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes correspondent Erik Davis breaks down the major Oscar categories.
Microsoft services were down for thousands of users, according to tracking service Downdetector.
Snapchat's parent company, Snap Inc., settled a lawsuit surrounding allegations of social media addiction burdening users. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
The billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, in his first appearance at Davos, said Tesla could start selling its Optimus robots next year.
YouTube says it wants to get rid of fake AI videos flooding social media feeds on its platform. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains what's driving the change.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
Have you ever wondered if your dog is eavesdropping on you? A new study published in the Journal of Science found that some dogs are not only listening, but are also learning words. Lead scientist Dr. Shany Dror joins CBS News to discuss.
Fossilized bones and teeth dating to 773,000 years ago are providing a deeper understanding of the emergence of Homo sapiens.
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
Trump administration officials are denying accounts from witnesses who say they saw what occurred during a Minnesota ICE raid where a 5-year-old boy and his father were detained.
At a pretrial hearing on Friday, a judge set the date for jury selection in the case of Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman was in the courtroom and has the details.
CBS News has obtained video of the moment FBI agents escorted former Olympic snowboarder and accused drug kingpin Ryan Wedding off a plane in California. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the details.
Five-year-old Liam Ramos is now being held at an ICE detention facility in Texas, CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports. Here's what we know about the case.
Ryan Wedding, the former Olympic snowboarder who allegedly became a drug kingpin and is accused of orchestrating multiple murders, has been arrested, FBI Director Kash Patel announced on Friday. CBS News' Anna Shecter reports.
Virgin Galactic is sending an all-female research team to space. Kellie Gerardi, who is leading the crew, joins "CBS News 24/7 Mornings" to discuss the goals of the mission.
Inch by inch, NASA's Artemis II moon rocket lumbered along its four-mile commute from the Vehicle Assembly Building to launch pad 39-B. Mark Strassmann is at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with more.
Four Artemis II astronauts plan to fly around the moon and back next month, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them.
NASA is beginning its rollout of its Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft as preparations for the Artemis II mission enter their final stage.
Depending on the timing, NASA could launch a fresh crew to the space station while four other astronauts are flying around the moon.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
President Trump has revoked his invitation for Canada to join his newly founded Board of Peace. This comes alongside a war of words with his Canadian counterpart, Mark Carney. CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent and "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan spoke with Canadian Ambassador to the U.S. Kirsten Hillman about the issue.
A Minnesota school district and the Department of Homeland Security have conflicting accounts about the circumstances surrounding a 5-year-old boy taken by ICE. CBS News national correspondent Lana Zak has the latest.
A monster storm is set to bring ice, snow and life-threatening cold to many parts of the U.S. over the weekend. National Weather Service Director Ken Graham joins to discuss what his team is seeing.
A powerful winter storm appears poised to bring heavy snow, freezing rain, ice, high winds and sub-freezing temperatures to much of the U.S. this weekend. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes reports from Nashville.
Trump administration officials are denying accounts from witnesses who say they saw what occurred during a Minnesota ICE raid where a 5-year-old boy and his father were detained.