At an annual conference for such people this week, Gates' deputy,William Lynn, made this almost triumphant statement to several hundred government workers and industry executives.

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Though a spokesperson for the company insists the announcement does not mean Facebook is entering the recruiting industry, that statement appears far-fetched given the capability of the application.

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In a statement, industry group the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders said it was very disappointing news.

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"Advocating discriminatory policies that uniquely focus on sugar-sweetened beverages is the wrong approach, " the industry trade organization said in a statement.

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