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Meta is training AI on your keystrokes: What it means for your privacy If you type a message on Facebook Messenger, pause to think before posting an Instagram comment, or tap out a WhatsApp reply, the way you type—how fast, where you hesitate, which keys you press—is now being used to train artificial intelligence at Meta. According to a report by TechTarget, the company has confirmed that it collects and analyzes keystroke data (including typing patterns and pauses) as part of its AI training efforts. For the billions of people who use Meta’s platforms daily, this raises a straightforward question: how much of your private behavior is being turned into training data, and what can you do about it? ...

Meta Is Training AI on Your Keystrokes: What to Know and How to Protect Yourself Recent reporting from TechTarget has revealed that Meta is using keystroke data from its platforms to train artificial intelligence models. The news has stirred debate about where the line falls between useful AI development and invasive data collection. This article explains what’s happening, why it matters for your privacy, and what steps you can take to limit exposure. ...

Investment Scams on Facebook and Instagram: How to Spot Them and Stay Safe If you’re active on Facebook or Instagram, you’ve probably seen posts or messages promoting a “guaranteed” investment opportunity. Maybe it’s a crypto trading platform that promises triple your money in a week. Or a direct message from someone claiming to be a trusted financial advisor with a limited-time offer. ...

Investing on Facebook or Instagram? New Warning About Scams to Watch For Intro If you’ve ever been messaged out of the blue on Facebook or Instagram with a “can’t miss” investment opportunity, you are not alone. Scammers are increasingly using Meta’s platforms to pitch fake stock tips, cryptocurrency schemes, and “guaranteed” returns. Recently, the Maryland Attorney General’s office issued a consumer alert about this exact trend. Here’s what you need to know to keep your money safe. ...

Investment Scams on Social Media: What to Know After a State Attorney General’s Warning In early April 2026, Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown issued a consumer alert about a surge in investment scams operating on Meta platforms—specifically Facebook and Instagram. The warning, published by the Attorney General’s office, highlights how fraudsters are using fake profiles, sponsored ads, and private messages to pitch bogus investment opportunities to unsuspecting users. ...

Attorney General Warns of Investment Scams on Meta Platforms: What to Watch For If you use Facebook or Instagram, chances are you’ve seen ads or messages promoting “can’t-miss” investment opportunities. Cryptocurrency schemes, celebrity-endorsed trading platforms, and early-stage stock tips are common. What’s less obvious is that many of these offers are scams designed to steal your money. ...