Meta Platforms News - June 29, 2026
WhatsApp launches unique usernames, removing the need for phone numbers
WhatsApp is rolling out unique usernames to allow connections without sharing phone numbers. This optional privacy feature will launch globally later this...
🟢 META is trading 2.6% up today as tech stocks rally on reports of U.S.–Iran peace deal
META is trading 2.6% up at $564.37 as investors rotate back into large-cap tech during a broader market rebound and improved geopolitical sentiment. • The...
Australia to Double Fines for Social Media Giants Like Meta Over Underage Users
Australia plans legislation to double maximum fines for social media companies that fail to prevent children under 16 from accessing their platforms. Penalties...
Meta fails to block voiceprint lawsuit, risking major biometric privacy penalties
A federal judge denied Meta Platforms' request to dismiss a class-action lawsuit regarding unauthorized voiceprint collection. The case alleges Meta gathered...