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

Facebook’s Removing Its ‘Hobbies’ Section From User Profiles

In fairness, you may not have been aware that it existed.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 20, 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

Meta Refutes EU Classification of Messenger and Marketplace Under New Regulations

Meta could be setting the stage for a bigger challenge to the new EU rules.

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

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

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

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

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

Meta Adds New Tools To Provide More Opportunity for Creators in the Holiday Period

Some new incentives for creators as we head into the holiday season.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 6, 2023

Meta Adds New Tools for Reels Creators, Including A/B Testing, Reach-Based Incentives and More

A heap of new testing and insight options for Facebook Reels.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 2, 2023

Meta Adds New API Elements To Expand Posting Capacity in Third Party Management Apps

Some new additions to streamline your posting via social management platforms. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 31, 2023

Meta Expands Its Paid Verification for Business Program To Canadian Brands

After testing it out over the past few weeks in New Zealand, Meta's expanding its "Verified for Business" offering. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 30, 2023

Meta Announces Ad-Free Subscription Program in EU

Would you pay to avoid ads on Facebook and IG?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 30, 2023

Meta Announces the Removal of Rooms in Facebook Groups

Rooms were originally introduced in early 2020 to provide a meeting option amid COVID lockdowns.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 26, 2023

34 Predictions for Social Media Marketing in 2024

What’s coming next in the world of social media marketing? Here are our predictions for 2024.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 26, 2023

Facebook Experiments With Generative AI Profile Pictures and In-Stream Post Assistance

New AI features, coming to a Facebook feed near you.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 26, 2023

Meta Posts Record Quarterly Revenue Results, Sees Steady User Increase

A strong Q3 earnings report for Zuck and Co.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 25, 2023

Meta Faces Legal Action From 42 State Attorneys General Over Addicting Teen Users

The case could see Meta forced to add an algorithmic opt-out for all users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 24, 2023