Facebook Adds Shops in Groups, New Product Recommendation and Display Options Tied to Group Engagement

The option will provide new ways to display product listings to Facebook users aligned with dedicated interests.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 12, 2021

Facebook Launches 'Creative App Platform' to Expand Stories Functionality

The program will help Facebook expand the creative options within Facebook Stories, which could help boost usage. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 11, 2021

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

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Facebook Announces the Removal of Thousands of Ad Targeting Categories Relating to Sensitive Topics

Facebook will remove thousands of targeting categories to align with data privacy regulations. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 10, 2021

Study of 137k Facebook and Instagram Ads Reveals Performance Benchmarks and Trends [Infographic]

Which platform is best for your social ad spend? Check out this research report.

By Adina Jipa • Nov. 9, 2021

Facebook Shares 'Most Viewed Content Report' for Q3, Underlining What Gains Traction on the Platform

Facebook has released its latest overview of the most viewed content on its platform - which is not all political news and misinformation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 9, 2021

Facebook Limits Content Sharing in Ethiopia to Limit the Spread of Misinformation and Hate Speech

Would Facebook be better off without its post 'Share' option, which research shows can help to amplify misinformation?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 9, 2021

Make the Most of Your Shop on Facebook and Instagram for the Holidays [Infographic]

Meta for Business has provided some new tips on how to make the most of your Facebook and Instagram shops for the holidays.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 9, 2021

Facebook Shares New Insights into Climate Change Knowledge and Concern by Gender and Region

The report looks at how men and women, in different regions, are responding to the climate crisis.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 7, 2021

Facebook Shares Messaging Tips for Businesses Ahead of the Holidays [Infographic]

Facebook's sharing tips and insights to help marketers make the most of their holiday push.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 7, 2021

Internal Research from Facebook Shows that Re-Shares Can Significantly Amplify Misinformation

Should Facebook consider removing the 'Share' button entirely?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 5, 2021

Meta is Reportedly Planning to Open Retail Stories to Sell VR, AR and Other Digital Connection Tools

Direct-to-consumer connection could help Meta maximize its metaverse push, in various ways.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 5, 2021

Facebook Announces New Groups Tools at Its 2021 Communities Summit

New engagement tools, paid subgroups, merchandise shops - Facebook's adding a range of new groups tools. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 4, 2021

Facebook Adds New Monetization Tools for Creators, Continues its Battle with Apple Over Fees

The new options provide more ways for creators to make money, and build connection with their biggest fans.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 3, 2021

Meta Launches New Fact Checking Mentorship Program to Reduce the Impacts of Misinformation Online

The program aims to provide more support, and information-sharing processes, to assist fact-checking teams.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 2, 2021

Meta Is Facebook's Push to Own the Metaverse - And It Might Just Work

Facebook wants to own the metaverse space - and right now, it looks to be best-placed to maximize the benefits.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 2, 2021

Facebook Abandons Facial Recognition, Will No Longer Identify Users to Tag in Uploaded Images

The decision comes after various legal challenges, and significant fines, relates to Facebook's facial ID systems.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 2, 2021

Instagram Launches Live-Stream Shopping Events for the Holidays, Free Shipping on Purchases

Instagram's looking to lean into live shopping as part of its push for the holiday season.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 2, 2021

Facebook Expands Climate Science Center to More Regions, Ramps Up Climate Misinformation Detection

As world leaders discuss the next steps on tackling climate change, Facebook is looking to up its own contribution to the broader effort.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 1, 2021

Facebook Adds New Certificate Courses in Marketing Analytics and AR Creation

Looking to up your digital marketing skills and qualifications, and give yourself a leg-up on the competition? 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 1, 2021

Facebook's 'Meta' Name Change Has Also Sparked the Beginning of its New Effort to Win Back the Youth

Facebook - or Meta - has made winning back the youth a mission, and it's trying new things to boost its appeal.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 1, 2021

Facebook Tests New 'Spotlight' Conversation Option to Facilitate More Focused In-App Chats

The new option enables users to have more focused chats within the reply threads on Facebook posts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 31, 2021

Facebook Gaming Beats YouTube Gaming for Hours Watched in Q3 [Infographic]

Facebook Gaming could be a key platform in facilitating its next big shift.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 31, 2021

Facebook's Coming Projects Will Make It a Bigger Part of Our Daily Lives - Is That a Good Thing?

The evolution of Facebook could have big impacts, good and bad. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 29, 2021

Facebook Previews the Next Stages of Digital Connection at Its Connect 2021 Conference

Facebook - sorry, 'Meta' - has previewed its next level connection tools at its Connect 2021 event.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 28, 2021

Facebook Announces New 'Meta' Corporate Title, Aligning with the Next Stage of Digital Connection

The re-brand aims to re-align Facebook with the next generation of digital connection and engagement.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 28, 2021