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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