Facebook Announces a Range of New Audio Tools, Including Audio Rooms, New Sound Clip Creation Tools

Facebook has announced a range of new features to tap into the rising audio social trend.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 19, 2021

Facebook Expands 'Related Discussion' Prompts on Shared Posts in News Feeds

Facebook has expanded its test of new 'Related Discussion' prompts on posts to prompt more engagement around shared content.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 19, 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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In Ruling on Trump's Ban, Facebook's Oversight Board Has the Opportunity to Change the Platform's Approach

Facebook's independent Oversight Board is about to face its first major test.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 16, 2021

Facebook May Soon Offer Campaign Budget Optimization Across Platforms, Not Just Ad Sets

Facebook is developing a new system that would enable advertisers to automate optimal ad spend across multiple platforms.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 15, 2021

Child Health Experts Call on Facebook to Abandon Plans for an 'Instagram for Kids'

A group of child health experts have called on Facebook to abandon any plans for an 'Instagram for Kids'.  

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 15, 2021

Facebook Launches New Legal Action Over Attempted Domain Name Abuse Scams

Facebook is taking legal action against a company that's been looking to use lookalike domain names to dupe users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 15, 2021

Facebook Adds New Volunteer Features for Earth Day, Shares New Data on Climate Change Awareness

Facebook has added some new volunteer features for Earth Day, and published new data on climate change awareness.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 15, 2021

Facebook Adds Scheduling for Stories, New Ad and Business Discovery Options

Facebook has launched some new business tools, including Stories scheduling.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 15, 2021

Facebook Provides Tips on Effective Brand Performance Measurement in Latest 'Social Skills' Video

Facebook has published the latest video in its 'Social Skills' social media marketing insights and education series.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 14, 2021

Facebook Shares New Insights into Social Media and Online Shopping Activity During Ramadan

Facebook has published a new guide for marketers looking to connect with audiences during Ramadan.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 14, 2021

Instagram Will Enable Users to Choose Whether They Want to Hide Post Like Counts in New Test

Instagram chief Adam Mosseri has announced a new test that will enable users to choose whether they want to hide post like counts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 14, 2021

Facebook Launches New Video Speed Dating App in Latest NPE Experiment

Facebook is trying out yet another new app, this time focused on video speed dating.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 13, 2021

Facebook's Independent Oversight Board Will Now be Able to Hear a Broader Range of Content Appeals

Facebook is expanding the remit of its new, indepedent Oversight Board for content appeals.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 13, 2021

The Latest Inclusive Internet Index Report Highlights Key Concerns for a Post-COVID World

The latest Inclusive Internet Index report, created in partnership with Facebook, highlights some key concerns for the future.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 13, 2021

Facebook Outlines How to Make Best Use of Organic Video Testing in Creator Studio

Facebook has provided a new overview of its organic video testing tool in Creator Studio

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 12, 2021

Facebook Launches New Vaccine Awareness Prompts in News Feeds to Help Maximize Take-Up

Facebook has launched a new effort to help maximize COVID vaccine take-up.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 12, 2021

Facebook Provides Audience Connection Tips in Latest 'Social Skills' Video

Facebook's latest 'Social Skills' video looks at how to learn from your audience in order to adapt your social marketing strategy.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 9, 2021

Facebook Tests Updated Up and Downvoting for Comments in Groups

Facebook is testing out another addition to its up and downvote option for group comments.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 8, 2021

Data Hacks at Facebook and LinkedIn Spark Concerns Among Users

Both Facebook and LinkedIn are dealing with reports of new data breaches - but is it actually new data?

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 8, 2021

Facebook Shares New Insights into the Impacts of COVID-19 on SMBs

Facebook has published the latest version of its State of Small Business report, which looks at the impact of COVID-19 on SMBs.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 8, 2021

Facebook Tests New Page Labels to Help Provide More Context on Posts

Facebook is looking to help provide more context on the motivation behind political posts with new labels for Pages.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 7, 2021

Facebook Adds New Photo 'Layouts' Feature to Put a Different Spin on Your Posted Images

Facebook is rolling out some new presentation options for your posted images in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 7, 2021

Facebook Launches Test of New, Clubhouse-Like App as it Looks for Angles on the Audio Social Trend

Facebook is testing a new, Clubhouse-like app, with some enhanced features.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 7, 2021

Facebook Launches New Stickers to Encourage COVID-19 Vaccination on Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp

Facebook is looking to do its part to encourage take-up of the COVID-19 vaccine with new stickers to prompt participation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 7, 2021

Facebook Adds Support for Zoom Video Calls to Portal TV, Enabling You to Conduct Video Meetings on Your TV Set

Facebook has added support for Zoom video calls to its Portal TV device, enabling you to conduct meetings on your TV screen.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 7, 2021