Meta Updates Marketing API To Align With Latest Ad Shifts

The changes will ensure that third-party ad management tools are aligned with Meta's metric focus. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 19, 2026

Meta Launches Manus AI Integration in Ads Manager

More AI tools to help streamline your Meta ads process.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 16, 2026

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A look at the recent top stories in social media and what they mean for marketers.

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Meta Faces Trial Over Teen Safety Measures

New court cases could lead to new laws governing social media apps.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 10, 2026

Facebook Adds AI-Generated Profile Videos

Meta is keen to show off its AI tools.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 10, 2026

Meta Is Working on a Dedicated AI Chatbot for Group Chats

The chatbot, called Kai, will be able to help you find info within the group chat stream. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 5, 2026

Senators Call on Zuckerberg To Explain Meta’s Teen Safety Approach

The request stems from claims that Meta failed to act on teen safety advice.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 5, 2026

2026 Social Media Benchmarks [Infographic]

The report looks at the latest engagement trends across the major social apps.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 2, 2026

Meta Outlines AI-Powered System Improvements

Meta says that its AI updates are driving increases in engagement and ad performance.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 29, 2026

Zuckerberg Shares Vision of an AI-Powered Future

Zuckerberg says Meta’s apps will get increasingly good at learning your personal preferences.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 28, 2026

Meta Posts Increases in Users and Revenue in Q4

The latest performance update from Meta shows continued strong performance in its ad business.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 28, 2026

Canadian Government Looks To Bring News Content Back to Facebook

Two years after Meta banned Canadian publishers, the government is looking to arrange a new deal.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 28, 2026

Are Social Platform Subscriptions Becoming More Accepted?

Platforms are putting more emphasis on their paid offerings, but would they ever charge all users?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 26, 2026

Meta Bans Teen Access To AI Bot Characters

Meta is working on a new form of its AI characters that will include more safeguards. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 25, 2026

FTC Announces Appeal in Meta Antitrust Case

The case was initially launched in 2020 when the FTC alleged Meta had built a monopoly.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 20, 2026

Meta Looks To Establish Definitive Rules on Banning Public Figures

Meta has called on its oversight board to help it establish clearer parameters and penalties. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 20, 2026

Meta Adds More Languages To AI Translations for Reels

More ways to reach potentially millions more viewers with your Reels clips. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 20, 2026

Meta Outlines How It’s Improved Reels Recommendations

Meta is using direct user feedback to improve recommendations.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 15, 2026

Meta Says It’s Removed 540K Teen Accounts in Australia

Meta is also looking to implement a new form of age checking to meet the new laws.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 12, 2026

Meta Appoints Former Trump Staffer as VP

Meta continues to appoint Trump-aligned Republicans to senior leadership roles.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 12, 2026

Meta Shares Tips on Reels Hooks, Creative Diversification in Ads and Threads

Some pointers for your Meta ads in the upcoming holiday push. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 17, 2025

Meta Is Considering Charging Business Pages To Post Links

Meta could be set to make a big push to increase Verified uptake.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 17, 2025

Meta Outlines Latest Data on Content Removals and Fake Accounts

Meta says that its switch to Community Notes is working.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2025

Meta Expands Creator Partnership Opportunities for Brands

More ways to identify and action creator partnerships across Facebook and IG.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2025

Facebook Launches Feed Updates, Algorithm Control Options

Facebook's trying to align with evolving social media usage trends. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 9, 2025

Meta Gains Approval for EU Data Usage Proposal

The proposal will allow EU users to restrict the use of their data for ad targeting.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 8, 2025