A lot of the content shouldn't have been allowed in the first place
What just happened? Meta has admitted that an "error" caused Instagram users to see a slew of violent and pornographic content on their personal Reels page. The company has apologized for the mistake, which resulted in video clips filled with everything from school shootings and murders to rape being shown.
A hot potato: Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg has described 2025 as "an intense year" as the company looks to streamline its business. Part of that involves laying off 5% of its workforce, close to 4,000 people. The company is also giving its executives more money, having just approved a plan giving them bigger bonuses – up to 200% of their base salary.