Meta Is Developing AI Chatbots with Over 30 Different Personalities

Meta's new chatbots would be like ChatGPT in your Facebook and IG experience.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 1, 2023

Meta Adds New Brand Safety Elements to Reassure Ad Partners

Extra ad placement assurance for Meta advertisers, including on Instagram. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 31, 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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Meta Claims New Experiments Show that Algorithms Don’t Influence Political Opinion

The new studies show that certain algorithmic elements don't have as much impact as many suspect. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 27, 2023

Meta Posts Strong Q2 Results as Facebook Crosses 3B Monthly Active Users

Meta's latest performance update shows enduring strength in its ad business.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 26, 2023

Meta Shares New Guide to Facebook Ads Manager [Infographic]

Some tips to enhance your Facebook and IG ads approach. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 25, 2023

Meta Shares New Report on How to Make Best Use of First Party Data Insights

Some new insights to help inform your digital ad targeting approach. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 20, 2023

Meta Files New Patent to Gather Voice ID Data for User Authentication and Info Matching

The patent seems to be aimed with the development of its AR glasses.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 17, 2023

Meta Announces New Video Features for Facebook as It Looks to Align With Broader Usage Trends

Video is now the key driver of Facebook usage.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 17, 2023

Meta Tests New Cheaper Package Deals for Meta Verified on Both Facebook and Instagram

Now, you can get a blue tick in both apps for a cheaper price.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 13, 2023

Meta Updates its Ad Policies for Cannabis-Related Products

Meta's updating its rules in line with evolving regional laws.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 11, 2023

Meta Adds Avatar-Enabled Video Calls, More Avatar Engagement Options

Meta wants to get more people using avatars, as another step towards the metaverse.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 11, 2023

Meta Shares Video Ad Creative Tips [Infographic]

Some notes of inspiration for your video content approach. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 6, 2023

Meta Publishes Holiday Planning Guide to Assist with Your Season Campaigns

Some key tips for your holiday marketing campaigns.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 5, 2023

Meta’s Experimenting with its Own In-Facebook App Store to Compete with Apple and Google

This could be a significant move for Zuck and Co.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 29, 2023

Meta Publishes New Guide on How to Create Standout Reels Content

Some handy tips for your short form video approach.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 29, 2023

Meta Provides New Insight into its Evolving Feed Algorithms, and How its Using AI

A handy overview of Meta's various content ranking systems. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 29, 2023

Meta Announces Coming Expansion of Meta Verified Program to All Regions

Meta's expanding access to Latin America this week, ahead of full global availability in the coming months.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 27, 2023

Meta Announces New Teen Safety Tools, Including Updated Parental Oversight and Messaging Controls

New oversight and time management controls for younger users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 27, 2023

Meta Re-Affirms Plan to Ban News Content in Canada in Response to Proposed Online News Act

Meta has repeatedly noted that it would be forced to ban news content if the bill is passed.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2023

Meta Expands Reels Ad Options, Adds Simplified Music Tool for Reels Promotions

Some new considerations for Reels promotions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 20, 2023

Meta and Microsoft Join New Framework on Responsible AI Use

The group aims to establish broader industry regulation on generative AI usage.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 14, 2023

Meta Implements New Updates for EU Advertisers, In Line with Evolving Requirements

The new requirements are in line with the evolving Digital Services Act.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 14, 2023

Meta Rolls Out New Tools for Creators, Including Facebook Reels Templates, Analytics, Ad Tools and More

A heap of new updates for Facebook creators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 14, 2023

Meta Expands Meta Verified Paid Checkmark Subscription Program to Indian Users

Meta is bringing paid blue checkmarks to its biggest user market.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 7, 2023

Meta’s Oversight Board Shares its Annual Report, Highlighting the Value of Independent Assessment

Meta's Oversight Board experiment shows a potential way forward for broader scale social platform regulation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 6, 2023