Meta Faces New Scrutiny Over Claims That Youngsters Are Being Exposed to Harmful Content in its Apps

A new filing on behalf of 33 U.S. states alleges that Meta has misrepresented its moderation and safety performance.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 27, 2023

Instagram Enables All Users To Download Publicly Posted Reels Clips

Expect to see more IG logos in TikTok clips.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 22, 2023

Meta Launches Collaborative Legal Action With Louboutin Targeting Counterfeit Sellers

A new step-up in Meta's enforcement actions against counterfeit sellers.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 17, 2023

Meta Previews New Generative AI Tools To Facilitate Video and Image Creation From Text Prompts

The new tools could facilitate a range of new creation opportunities.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2023

Instagram Is Retiring Its Guides Posting Option Next Month

No further guidance from Instagram.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 15, 2023

Instagram Launches New Creation Tools for Reels and Stories

Meta continues to add more creator tools ahead of the holidays.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 15, 2023

Meta’s Ad-Free Subscription Package Restricts Capacity To Run Ads in Its Apps

Reminder: Meta doesn’t really want you to sign up for its ad-free subscription package.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 14, 2023

Instagram’s Experimenting With a New Notes Wonder Wall for User Profiles

For those times when you have many things that you would like to say, but you don’t know how.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 14, 2023

Instagram Rolls Out Achievement Awards for Creator Milestones

The awards celebrate various creator engagement milestones in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 14, 2023

Instagram Rolls Out Option To Share Reels and Feed Posts With ‘Close Friends’ Only

Another new group sharing option on IG. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 14, 2023

Instagram Updates Reels Composer UI to Provide More Creation Options

Simplified Reels editing will help more users dip into short-form video. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 13, 2023

Threads Adds Option to Delete Profile Without Impacting IG Presence

Instagram's chief also provides an update on DMs in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 13, 2023

Threads Rolls Out Toggle to Opt Out of Having Posts Visible on Facebook and IG

Now, you can stop your Threads from being shown to your aunts and uncles on Facebook. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 13, 2023

Meta Publishes New Guide to Its Lead Gen Ad Options

Meta is seeing strong momentum with its lead gen ads products.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 12, 2023

Meta Inks Deal With Amazon To Facilitate Shopping on Facebook and IG

The new deal will enable Amazon merchants to connect with Facebook and IG users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 10, 2023

Instagram Tests New Elements for Enclosed Group Sharing

More IG users are engaging in private groups, and Instagram is looking to feed into that behavioral shift.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 10, 2023

Instagram Shares an Overview of Common Ad Industry Terms [Infographic]

A handy overview of some of the most common ad industry lingo.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 9, 2023

Meta Announces Updates for Lead Gen Campaigns Ahead of Holiday Push

A range of new updates for Meta's lead gen ad products.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 9, 2023

New Backend Code Suggests Threads May Be Coming to EU Users Soon

EU Threads incoming?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 8, 2023

Instagram Unveils Its ‘Creators of Tomorrow’ Showcase of Top Creative Talent

The program is part of Meta's broader effort to establish stronger bonds with creative talent. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 8, 2023

Meta Outlines New Rules on the Use of AI-Generated Content in Political Ads

Meta's looking to get ahead of the expected wave of AI depictions in political campaigning.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 8, 2023

Instagram Will Now Let You Highlight Post Replies in Stories

A new way to highlight top replies to your IG posts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 7, 2023

Meta Launches Initial Test of Read Receipts Opt-Out in DMs

Now, you can just not let people know that you've seen their DM.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 7, 2023

Meta Joins Initiative To Expand the Detection and Enforcement of Child Abuse Content

Project Lantern will see tech platforms working together to improve their collective process.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 7, 2023

Meta Implements New Restrictions on the Use of Generative AI in Political Ads

Meta's implementing rules around which advertisers can use its new generative AI options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 7, 2023