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Meta Defies AI Cost Fears as Profits Surge Amid Legal Storm

January 30, 2026 by Mintu

Meta Wows Wall Street as AI Spending Soars and Legal Pressures Mount

Meta Platforms entered 2026 surrounded by skepticism. Wall Street had grown wary of ballooning artificial intelligence expenditures, policymakers were sharpening their knives over data center expansion, and regulators were preparing to put the company’s social media practices under unprecedented legal scrutiny. Yet, against this backdrop, Meta delivered one of its strongest earnings performances in years — reshaping investor sentiment almost overnight. The company’s fourth-quarter 2025 earnings report didn’t merely exceed expectations; it reframed the debate around whether massive AI investments can coexist with profitability. Meta posted $59.89 billion in revenue, comfortably surpassing analyst forecasts, while earnings per share reached $8.88 … Read more

TikTok Ban Sparks Furious Online Reactions Across the Internet

December 18, 2024 by Mintu

The possibility of TikTok banned in the United States has sparked an unprecedented wave of reactions online. Over the past few weeks, reports have detailed the escalating situation, leading to massive debates, memes, and protests on social media. At the core of this backlash lies a complex web of concerns—from free speech implications to the livelihoods of creators who depend on TikTok. This controversy underscores the unique relationship the United States has with free speech and social media platforms. To understand the uproar, it’s essential to examine the proposed ban, its implications, and the broader cultural tensions it reveals. The … Read more