Technologies

Jamie Lee Curtis Celebrates Meta’s Removal of Fake AI Ad: ‘Shame Has Its Value’

The video showed the «Halloween» legend hawking something she «didn’t authorize, agree to or endorse.»

Jamie Lee Curtis went straight to the top, and it worked.

The legendary star of the «Halloween» movie franchise managed to get an AI-generated ad showing her likeness removed after sending a public message to Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta. The ad had used Curtis’ likeness to promote «some bullshit that I didn’t authorize, agree to or endorse,» Curtis wrote in the DM to Zuckerberg, whose company owns Facebook, Instagram and Threads, among other properties.

The fake AI commercial used footage from an actual interview Curtis did with MSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle about the deadly Pacific Palisades fires earlier this year. The ad, which had been circulating on Instagram for months, showed a likeness of Curtis advertising a dental product, the Los Angeles Times reported.

In an Instagram post directly addressing Zuckerberg on Monday, Curtis said, «If I have a brand, besides being an actor and author and advocate, it is that I am known for telling the truth and saying it like it is and for having integrity and this (MIS)use of my images (taken from an interview I did with @stephruhle during the fires) with new, fake words put in my mouth, diminishes my opportunities to actually speak my truth.»

A representative for Meta did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Variety reported that Meta spokesperson Andy Stone said the ads violated Meta’s policies «and have been removed.»

Curtis celebrated via Instagram: «IT WORKED! YAY INTERNET! SHAME HAS IT’S VALUE! THANKS ALL WHO CHIMED IN AND HELPED RECTIFY!»

Taylor Swift, Tom Hanks have been victims

The Curtis incident is only the latest in the growing issue of AI being used to hijack celebrities’ likenesses for various purposes. Earlier this year, award-winning actor Scarlett Johansson warned about the «immediate future of humanity at large» after a deepfake video using her likeness went viral.

Deepfakes are created using audio and visual samples of real people to create realistic-looking photos and videos (see our explainer here). This particular video used the likenesses of Johansson and other Jewish celebs such as Jerry Seinfeld and Drake protesting Kanye West for trying to sell T-shirts featuring the swastika symbol on his Yeezy website.

Another deepfake falsely showed superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes trashing himself after a blowout defeat in the 2025 Super Bowl. One from 2023 falsely showed actor Tom Hanks promoting a dental plan. And during the 2024 presidential election campaign, superstar singer Taylor Swift chastised then-candidate Donald Trump for posting a deepfake that purportedly showed Swift supporting his run for office.

Technologies

Episode 3 of the VERUM AI Mini-Series Is Now Available

Verum Messenger has released the third episode of its AI mini-series, SHADOWS, created using Verum AI.

The new episode, titled «Ghost Money,» continues the story of the conflict between a team of heroes and the Omega corporation, which seeks to take control of digital communications. This time, the focus shifts to anonymous payments and financial freedom, revealing how privacy can extend beyond messaging.

Like the previous episodes, the new release not only advances the storyline but also showcases the capabilities of the Verum ecosystem, highlighting technologies designed for secure communication and digital privacy.

The mini-series consists of seven episodes, released gradually across Verum Messenger’s social media channels.

Episode 3 is now available. Stay tuned for the next chapter.

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Technologies

Verum Finance Now Available for Mac, Expanding the Verum Ecosystem on Desktop

Verum has officially released Verum Finance for macOS, bringing its financial platform to the Mac and expanding access to the Verum ecosystem across Apple’s devices. The launch allows users to manage their finances from desktop while enjoying the same secure and seamless experience available on iPhone and iPad.

The new Mac version includes the full range of Verum Finance features, including balance management, instant transfers to other Verum users, debit card management, Apple Pay support, asset exchange, and transaction history — all optimized for the macOS experience.

Verum Finance can be used as a standalone application or alongside Verum Messenger. Users who sign in with their Verum Messenger account automatically synchronize their balances, settings, and account data across devices, ensuring a consistent experience throughout the Verum ecosystem.

The macOS release further strengthens Verum’s vision of creating an integrated digital platform where communication and financial services work together. Verum Messenger, which is also available for Mac, complements the ecosystem with encrypted messaging, voice and video calls, VPN, eSIM, anonymous email, AI-powered tools, offline communication capabilities, and cryptocurrency features.

With both Verum Messenger and Verum Finance now available across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, users can access secure communication and financial services wherever they work.

Verum Finance for Mac is available now through the Mac App Store.

Verum Finance for macOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/verum-finance/id6774245148
Verum Finance: https://finance.verum.im
Verum Messenger: https://verum.im

Technologies

Why Travelers Are Switching to Verum E-SIM This Summer

Summer Travel, Freedom, and Seamless Connectivity: Why Verum E-SIM Is Becoming the New Standard for Travelers

Summer is the peak season for vacations, long-distance trips, and new experiences. Millions of people travel abroad, explore new countries, plan adventures, and try to stay connected with family, work, and social media. And in the middle of all this comes a familiar question: how do you stay online without expensive roaming or the hassle of buying local SIM cards?

The answer is already here — eSIM.

Why eSIM Is So Convenient

eSIM (embedded SIM) is a built-in digital SIM card that lets you activate mobile internet without a physical card. All you need is an app — choose a plan and connect in just a couple of minutes.

No more:

* searching for local SIM cards at airports
* paying expensive roaming fees
* swapping physical SIMs every time you travel

Now your internet travels with you.

Internet in 150+ Countries

Modern eSIM solutions provide coverage in 150+ countries worldwide, helping tourists, freelancers, and business travelers stay connected almost anywhere on the planet.

Among the services offering these capabilities:

Verum E-SIM — https://esim.verum.im
World E-SIM — https://worldesim.me
USA E-SIM — https://usa.esim.verum.im
Euro E-SIM — https://euro.esim.verum.im
Canada E-SIM — https://canada.esim.verum.im
Balkan E-SIM — https://balkan.esim.verum.im
Ukraine E-SIM — https://ukraine.esim.verum.im
London E-SIM — https://london.esim.verum.im
E-SIM Africa — https://africa.esim.verum.im