A report from The Washington Post details allegations made by whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams about Facebook in a 78-page complaint filed last April with the SEC, including that the company built a censorship system in hopes to be allowed to operate in China and that it considered allowing the Chinese government to access users data in the country. Claims that Facebook developed a content suppression tool to appease China, where it has been blocked since 2009, were first reported as far back as 2016 by The New York Times. Wynn-Williams has a memoir about her time at Facebook, Careless People: A Story of Where I Used to Work, coming out this week.Wynn-Williams a former Facebook global policy director who was fired in 2017 said in the complaint that the company formed a team in 2014 focused on creating a version of Facebook that would comply with Chinas laws, under the code-name Project Aldrin, The Washington Post reports. In addition to building a censorship system, it was reportedly proposed during negotiations with Chinese officials that the company allow a Chinese private-equity firm to review content posted by users in China, and that Facebook hire hundreds of moderators dedicated to the effort of squashing restricted content.In a statement to The Washington Post, spokesperson Andy Stone said the company's past interest in the Chinese market is no secret, and that CEO Mark Zuckerberg had announced a move away from these efforts in 2019.But Wynn-Williams complaint paints a fuller picture of how far Facebook (pre-Meta) was allegedly willing to go to gain a Chinese userbase. Read The Washington Posts full report here.Zuckerberg has since become vocal about free expression and made changes to how Metas platforms approach moderation. Earlier this year, Zuckerberg announced that Facebook and Instagram would end fact-checking and instead adopt X-style Community Notes.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/whistleblower-complaint-expands-on-claims-that-facebook-once-built-a-censorship-tool-to-win-over-china-215047102.html?src=rss

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Have you ever considered that something as routine as hanging clothes could become a joyful and creative experience? Thats the magic of exceptional product design, transforming the mundane into something delightful. BKID, in collaboration with RARERAW, introduces the Dot Hanger, a stylish and versatile hanging system that turns organizing into an art form. With a seamless blend of functionality and aesthetics, this innovative product brings rhythm and fun to an everyday task, making it more than just a storage solutionits an experience.Designer: BKID co.The Dot Hanger is a long-hanger system designed for both horizontal and vertical use, allowing users to maximize space efficiently. Whether placed in an entryway, bedroom, or kitchen, this flexible solution adapts to various needs while maintaining a sleek, organized look. But its true charm lies in its inspiration.Drawing from the world of music, the Dot Hanger mimics notes arranged on a five-line staff, inviting users to compose their own unique hanging arrangements. Each placement of a hook or piece of clothing contributes to a dynamic visual rhythm, transforming organizing into an interactive and enjoyable experience. By turning a simple storage solution into a visually engaging system, it encourages creativity and personalization.To bring this vision to life, BKID partnered with RARERAW to create an intuitive rail system that fosters curiosity and engagement. At the core of the design are Dots coat hooks, small yet impactful elements that embody two essential principles: musical inspiration and minimalist simplification. The circular hooks resemble musical notes, encouraging playful and aesthetic arrangements that bring harmony to any space. Simultaneously, the design strips the coat rack to its most essential form, maintaining both sleekness and functionality. This approach transforms a basic necessity into a sculptural, customizable piece that blends seamlessly with modern interiors. Users can rearrange and customize their setup, making it adaptable to changing needs and preferences.One of the most innovative aspects of the Dot Hanger is its depth variation. Certain dots protrude further out while others sit closer to the rod, optimizing space and ensuring garments, bags, and accessories can be arranged without overcrowding. By creating varying depths, the system accommodates different items efficiently, making organization both practical and visually appealing.More than just a hanger, the Dot Hanger redefines storage with unmatched versatility. The multi-use Dots coat hooks serve as wall hooks for clothes, bags, towels, and accessories, making them an adaptable addition to any home. They can also be adjusted to different heights, ensuring accessibility for all users.Crafted with a sleek stainless steel finish, the Dot Hanger balances durability and elegance, ensuring it remains a timeless feature in any space. Its effortless installation allows it to integrate seamlessly into diverse environments, offering both practicality and artistic flair. The sturdy yet lightweight materials make it an ideal solution for both residential and commercial spaces, adding a touch of sophistication to any setting.The Dot Hanger by BKID and RARERAW isnt just about hanging clothes; its about reshaping how we interact with our surroundings. By injecting rhythm and playfulness into a simple task, it transforms organizing into a creative and enjoyable experience. Whether youre a design enthusiast or someone who values a well-organized space, the Dot Hanger invites you to rethink how you arrange, store, and display your belongings, turning an ordinary act into a moment of artistry and delight.The post The Versatile Dot Hanger Is A Modular Hanging System That Turns Organization into Art first appeared on Yanko Design.

Apple Crocker Park looks to become the latest Apple Store to be relocated, although Apple has so far only confirmed that the current store is undergoing development.The current Apple Crocker Park store image credit: AppleFollowing the relocation of stores such as the UK's Apple Trafford Center, and the closure of Apple Northbrook in Chicago, a further store has been announced as being redeveloped. Apple Crocker Park, in the Westlake, Ohio, shopping village looks to be about to relocate and perhaps expand.Apple Crocker Park's website has been updated with a headline that says, "Get ready. Great things are in store. A brand-new Apple Store is coming soon." There are no further details, either as to what may be done to the store, or when. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

HIdeo Kojima announced at his SXSW keynote talk that Kojima Productions' Death Stranding 2 will debut on June 26, 2025 on Playstation.Read More

Death Strandings sequel continues to look absolutely bonkers. The upcoming game known as Death Stranding 2: On the Beach got a fresh trailer and a long-awaited release date of June 26th during a presentation at SXSW.The PlayStation 5 exclusive will cost $69.99 and is available for pre-order starting on March 17th. Those who buy the Digital Deluxe Edition ($79.99) or Collectors Edition ($229.99) get early access starting on June 24th.Hideo Kojima presented the 10-minute trailer, which opens on two characters one is Neil, who is played by Italian actor Luca Marinelli arguing with each other. Following that, theres plenty of Sam (Norman Reedus) navigating with his BB and his cargo, facing bad weather, an avalanche, and the series signature horrific monsters. The game has a lot of star power, with the trailer highlighting characters like Fragile (La Seydoux), Tarman (George Miller), Higgs (Troy Baker), Tomorrow (Elle Fanning), Dollamn (Fatih Akin), Rainy (Shioli Kutsuna), The President (Alastair Duncan), Lucy (Alissa Jung), Heartman (Nicholas Winding Refn), and Doctor (Debra Wilson).Near the end, the trailer shows Neil donning a bandana that, as IGN notes, is very reminiscent of Solid Snake, the lead character of Kojimas famed Metal Gear Solid series. The shot is creepy, with quick flashes showing his face dirty, bloody, or replaced with a skull.Kojima also announced The Strands of Harmony World Tour, a Death Stranding concert tour that will visit 19 cities and feature the music of Death Stranding, performed by a live orchestra and singers. That begins on November 8th, 2025, in Sydney, Australia.First announced in 2022, On the Beach is a direct sequel to 2019s Death Stranding, a game that saw Metal Gear Solid director Hideo Kojima branch out with a new studio. The originals success led to a directors cut, multiple ports, and an upcoming live-action film made in partnership with A24.The studio is also working on a pair of other projects, with the Xbox horror game OD, which stars Sophia Lillis and Hunter Schafer, and an action espionage codenamed PHYSINT.See More:

The second-generation Chromecast was a colorful delight.Reports are cropping up today that second-generation Chromecasts and music-streaming Chromecast Audio devices are failing, displaying an error on the device theyre trying to cast from that seems to imply the streamers may no longer be supported, reports 9to5Google.Text from screenshots of the error posted to Reddit reads, Untrusted device and continues, saying the device couldnt be verified. This could be caused by outdated device firmware. Understandably, people are concerned that Google has decided to send the streaming pucks, both quite old now, to the Google graveyard. As 9to5Google points out, the company hasnt said it is deprecating the two, as it did for the original Chromecast in 2023. At least one member of the Chromecast community says they have reached out to Google support and were told that the company is aware of the issue and is awaiting a fix. Google didnt immediately respond to our request for comment.Google discontinued the Chromecast line in August last year but said that it was still offering continued software and security updates to the latest devices. If we are approaching the end of the line for the two devices being affected today, it would be a small bummer, especially when it comes to the Chromecast Audio. There are better alternatives to it these days, but none, Id say, with quite as much charm as Googles little vinyl record-shaped music streamer.

On Friday, Apple officially delayed the release of its promised iOS 18 Siri features. Those features, including personal context, on-screen awareness, and in-app actions, will now release in the coming year. We had already received hints that these features would be delayed, but now we know for sure. This leaves the question, what went wrong?Apples statement never gave a clear answer. The company said said that its going to take longer than it thought, but never cited any specific reasons for the delays. However, some insights from Bloombergs Mark Gurman give us some potential answers for what went wrong.Poor Siri infrastructureWhile developing new Siri features for iOS 18, Apple didnt have the time to create one unified backend for handling all Siri requests. As a result, theres two systems, one for legacy commands, and one for more advanced ones. That complicates development, per Bloomberg:The current iOS 18 version of Siri essentially has two brains: one that operates the legacy Siri commands, like timers and making calls, and another that handles more advanced queries. The latter capability will be able to tap user data and already is used to not get confused when people change their request mid-command.In order to get Apple Intelligence out the door as part of iOS 18, the company didnt have time to meld the two systems together. That means the software doesnt work as smoothly as it could.Apple plans to release a unified system for iOS 19, but obviously that doesnt do anything for the iOS 18 features that it promised. Given Apples usage of in the coming year rather than in the coming months, this likely means that the company wants to wait on the new Siri backend in iOS 19 to release these more advanced features.Internal problemsAdditionally, Bloomberg reports that development for these new features hasnt necessarily gone smoothly, as one could assume. The report describes Apple engineers as racing to fix a rash of bugs, and states that engineers believe the features wont be ready until next year at the earliest, likely iOS 19.3 or later.Apple software executive Craig Federighi also voiced concerns over the features, in their current form, not aligning with how Apple had marketed them to work:In the lead-up to the latest delay, software chief Craig Federighi and other executives voiced strong concerns internally that the features didnt work properly or as advertised in their personal testing, said the people, who asked not to be identified discussing internal matters.Lastly, some Apple employees question whether or not the AI teams need better leadership, and that the company will continue to fall behind without a change in leadership:Apple employees are questioning whether Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook or the companys board needs to take action to change the leadership of the AI group. They believe that, short of major changes, Apple will continue to fall behind.Overall, Apple is facing a heap of technical challenges headed into this, and the company likely wouldve been better off not rushing into the AI craze. Im sure the allegedly poor leadership isnt helping the teams as well.My favorite Apple accessories on Amazon:Follow Michael:X/Twitter,Bluesky,InstagramAdd 9to5Mac to your Google News feed. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.Youre reading 9to5Mac experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Dont know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel

Are you a high-energy, results-driven sales professional who thrives on setting high-quality meetings and driving pipeline growth?proven track record of outbound prospecting success and know how to qualify leads and get decision-makers on the calendar, keep reading. If youre just "curious about sales" or "willing to learn," this role is not for you.We are In Control SEL & Can Do U, an education company that provides zero-prep, high-engagement video-based curriculum for middle and high schools across the U.S. Our programs help school counselors and principals solve real challenges, including increasing student engagement, overcoming teacher resistance, and measuring non-academic skills.Were looking for an experienced SDR who knows how to prospect effectively, engage leads, and book meetings that turn into revenue. If you are not comfortable with rejection, struggle with self-motivation, or need constant supervision, this is not the role for you. However, if you enjoy the challenge of identifying the right prospects, starting meaningful conversations, and consistently setting up qualified sales calls, we would love to speak with you.ResponsibilitiesMake 50+ outbound calls per day to school counselors and principals.Send personalized emails and social media messages to engage prospects.Follow a structured outreach cadence that includes calls, voicemails, emails, and LinkedIn outreach.Set 8-12 qualified meetings per week with decision-makers.Qualify leads effectively and ensure meetings are scheduled with high-intent prospects.Log all activities in HubSpot CRM and keep the sales pipeline updated.Handle objections professionally and guide conversations toward solutions.QualificationsAt least one to two years of outbound SDR experience (B2B preferred).Proven track record of hitting and exceeding quotas.Comfortable with rejection and able to turn objections into opportunities.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Self-motivated and proactive with the ability to work independently.Experience using HubSpot, Salesforce, or a similar CRM.Ability to follow a structured sales process and messaging strategy.Looking for a long-term opportunity to grow within the company.This Role is Not a Fit IfYou are new to sales and looking for an entry-level role.You need a base salary higher than $48,000 per year.You are not comfortable making 50+ calls per day.You need daily check-ins or high levels of supervision.You get easily discouraged by rejection and prefer inbound leads over outbound prospecting.Compensation and Growth OpportunityBase Salary: $42,000 - $48,000 per yearCommission Structure:$75 per scheduled meeting$300 per closed deal from meetings you setOn-Target Earnings (OTE): $60,000 - $75,000 per year with strong performanceFully remote position (must be based in the U.S.)Opportunities for career growth into full-time sales or leadership rolesHow to ApplyWe are serious about hiring the right person, and we want to ensure this role is the right fit for you.To apply, please submit:A brief cover letter explaining your SDR experience and biggest sales win.Your resume, with clear sales metrics and performance results.(Optional- but recommende) A short video or voice introduction explaining why this role excites you.