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Meta reported that attackers used its AI customer support agent to help steal Instagram accounts by getting it to link accounts to attacker-controlled emails. The piece contrasts this with Anthropic’s “Mythos” hacking concerns, saying simpler exploits still matter as more tasks move to AI. It also cites psychologist Gloria Mark warning chatbots may worsen attention and cognitive control.

String Metaverse Limited (BSE: META) said shareholders approved a special resolution for an exclusive bonus issue to public shareholders: 2 bonus equity shares for every 9 shares held. The company reported e-voting ended June 4, 2026, with an overwhelming majority in favor, and set June 19, 2026 as the record date. The company said the move supports compliance with the 25% minimum public shareholding rule.

Wired reports that Meta has added facial recognition “NameTag” code for its smart glasses to the Meta AI app through multiple updates this year. The feature reportedly identifies people captured by Meta Ray-Ban and Oakley glasses and can alert wearers. Meta says it is only exploring, with nothing shipped and no central face database. Investors may weigh privacy and regulatory risks.

Ohio lawmakers held a Joint Data Center Committee hearing with lobbyists from Amazon, Google, Meta and Microsoft, but adjourned with unanswered questions. Companies defended long-term Ohio investments and said some issues should be handled by utilities, regulators or local governments. Microsoft said it will end local NDAs; residents criticized NDAs and lawmakers questioned tax incentives and utility impacts. The committee meets again next week.

Instagram Plus is rolling out globally, Meta said, offering a $3.99/month subscription (about £3 or AU$5.60). The paid tier adds features such as Story Spotlight, animated “Super Hearts,” longer 48-hour stories, and more customization, while the free tier remains available with existing features for now. Ads still apply even for subscribers, according to the report.

Meta criticised Australia’s revived “news tax” plan, saying it is “grossly unfair”. Under the proposal, major platforms including Meta, Google and TikTok would pay a 2.25% levy on Australian revenue unless they strike deals with local publishers. Australia says it closes a loophole from its earlier code; Meta says it could breach trade rules.