Big News: MPs Leak 250 Pages of Facebook Secrets
In a move that feels like an episode of House of Cards meets CSI, UK lawmakers have dumped almost a whole book of highly confidential Facebook documents into the public arena. Picture a stack of 250 pages that reveal the social media giant was handing certain companies VIP access to user data even after promising to lock out third‑party apps.
What the Docs Say
- Facebook allegedly hid its data‑collection antics from Android users, quietly gathering call and text logs in case a PR crisis popped up.
- The documents were compiled by Six4Three, a developer embroiled in a legal arms race with the platform.
- MP Damian Collins, chair of the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport select committee, insists the release is “in the public’s best interest,” especially after Facebook’s refusal to give straight answers.
Facebook’s Throw‑away “Where Is the Evidence?”
When pressed, Facebook’s spokesperson shrugged off the allegations, saying “the pieces Six4Three huddles together are a narrow slice of the story and lack context.” They claimed they had already implemented platform changes back in 2015 to stop users from passing friends’ data to developers.
Why It Matters
These revelations put a spotlight on the tug‑of‑war between privacy advocates and social media powerhouses. If true, it means millions of users might have unknowingly had their personal messaging intercepted, all tucked behind a screen that said, “I’m only sharing what you see.”
Stay Updated
For real‑time coverage of these developments, keep your device tuned in. If you’re still unsure about your data’s safety, just remember: if your phone starts recommending your next text, you’re not getting stuck on a trend—someone’s eavesdropping.
