Meta Confirms That Facebook’s Link History Option Is Coming to All Users

A new way to track links that you've interacted with on Facebook.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 2, 2024

Meta Prompts Group Admins to Sign Up for New Generative AI Tools

Are we moving towards a future where it's just bots engaging with bots?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 20, 2023

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

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Report Finds Facebook and IG Reels Outperform TikTok Clips in Driving Views

The latest insights from Emplifi show that Reels are driving big reach.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 19, 2023

Social Platforms Continue To Explore Enclosed Group Sharing Options

Social media engagement is moving into more private spaces, which the platforms are now looking to better facilitate.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2023

Meta Launches Roll-Out of End-To-End Encryption by Default on Messenger

Default encryption finally comes to Messenger after five years of development.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 7, 2023

Meta Adds More Generative AI Elements, Including Post Prompts and Image Creation In-Stream

A heap of new generative AI features are coming to Facebook and IG. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 6, 2023

Meta To Remove Cross-App Messaging Between Facebook and Instagram

The updates seems to run counter to Meta's broader messaging integration plan. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 5, 2023

Meta Faces $600M Fine in Europe Over Possible Data Protection Laws Violations

Evolving EU privacy laws continue to prompt challenges based on specifics.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 4, 2023

Meta Faces New Questions Over the Distribution of CSAM Material in Its Apps

EU regulators have called on Meta to outline how it's working to address CSAM content.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 3, 2023

Meta Highlights Key Platform Manipulation Trends in Latest ‘Adversarial Threat Report’

Meta says that it's seeing more activity from China-based groups.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 30, 2023

Meta Publishes New Guide on How To Maximize Post-Holiday Promotions

The guide provides some handy tips on how to maximize your post-Christmas promotions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 29, 2023

Meta Outlines Key Focus Areas in Election Safety Ahead of Coming Polls

Meta's dedicated huge resources into its broader efforts to combat platform manipulation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 29, 2023

Meta Faces New Scrutiny Over Claims Youngsters Are Exposed To Harmful Content

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