Latest Download Charts Underline Concerns for WhatsApp

The latest numbers show a significant rise in downloads for alternative messaging apps.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 8, 2021

Facebook May Soon Enable Users to Share their Instagram Reels to Facebook Watch

Facebook's testing a new option which would enable Instagram Reels creators to gain more audience by sharing their Reels to Facebook Watch.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 4, 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 Provides Tips on How to Improve Your Visuals with Instagram Tools

Facebook has shares some new, simple tips on how to improve your visuals for social media.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 4, 2021

Facebook's Oculus VR Arm Outlines Significant Growth, Announces Messenger Integration

Facebook's VR arm Oculus has provided some new insights into the growth of VR, and its expanding usage.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 2, 2021

Facebook Provides Tips to Help Brands Increase Customer Loyalty [Infographic]

Facebook has provided some new tips on how brands can increase customer loyalty, by applying common relationship advice. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 2, 2021

Facebook Tests New Topic Exclusions for Advertisers Within News Feeds

Facebook's testing a new set of ad placement tools to help brands avoid negative association within News Feeds.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 1, 2021

Social Platforms Launch New Initiatives to Celebrate Black History Month

February is Black History Month, and all the major social platforms have launched new programs to mark the occasion.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 1, 2021

Facebook Tests New Prompts to Encourage Users to Allow Data Tracking as IDFA Changes Loom

Facebook is looking to provide more context on data tracking a means to negate the expected impacts of a coming change in iOS.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 1, 2021

In the Wake of the Trump Era, Facebook is Taking Key Steps to Evolve its Content Approach

Facebook has taken some early, key steps in improving its systems in the wake of the Trump era.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 31, 2021

Facebook's Daily Active Usage Has Stalled in the US - A Sign of Concern for The Social Network?

Facebook's daily active usage remained flat in the US throughout 2020. Is that a concern for The Social Network? 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 31, 2021

Facebook Reports Record Revenue and Warns of Apple's Privacy Changes

CEO Mark Zuckerberg cautioned that small businesses will no longer be able to reach their customers with targeted ads due to Apple's planned changes to IDFA.

By Robert Williams • Jan. 28, 2021

The Perfect Social Media Posting Schedule for Your Business in 2021 [Infographic]

Explore new benchmark data around the best times, days and frequency to post on social media. 

By Mark Walker-Ford • Jan. 26, 2021

Facebook Begins Rolling Out 'Facebook News' in UK

Facebook News, Facebook's curated and personalized news tab in the native app, has officially launched in the UK.

By Emma Wiltshire • Jan. 25, 2021

Facebook Announces New App Login Parameters to Assist with Transition to Apple's IDFA Update

Facebook has announced new login options within its SDK to ensure app developers can continue to gather user data in light of the coming IDFA changes. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 21, 2021

Facebook's New, Independent Oversight Board Will Make Final Ruling on Decision to Ban Trump

Facebook has referred its decision to ban the account of former US President Donald Trump to its recently activated Oversight Board.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 21, 2021

Facebook Launches Updated 'Account Quality' Dashboard to Help Businesses Address Concerns

Facebook is adding a new dashboard to help businesses keep track of any suspended ads or impacted posts as a result of rule violations.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 20, 2021

Facebook Updates its Automated Alt Text Process to Identify More Objects Within Posted Images

Facebook has announced a significant update to its Automatic Alt Text process for posted images.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 19, 2021

Facebook Blocks Creation of Events Near Capitol, Halts Ads for Weapons in Lead-Up to Inauguration Day

Facebook is implementing extra measures to protect against potential unrest at the inauguration of incoming US President Joe Biden.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 18, 2021

Facebook's Removing the 'Our Story' Section from Pages Next Month

Facebook is removing the 'Our Story' section from Pages next month, which will change how your content is presented to Page visitors.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 15, 2021

WhatsApp Delays Privacy Policy Update in Order to Further Address User Concerns

WhatsApp has halted a planned update to its usage terms after many users misunderstood what the update would mean for their personal information.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 15, 2021

Facebook Shares New Insights into Emerging Shopping Trends

Facebook has published a new, 64-page report on emerging retail and shopping trends to help guide your approach.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 13, 2021

Facebook Shares New Insights Into Emerging Trends in eCommerce and Digital Engagement [Infographic]

Facebook recently surveyed 12,500 people to glean some insights into emerging trends in online consumption, brand interaction, group engagement and more.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 13, 2021

Facebook Launches New Business Equality Center to Provide Organizational Guidance

Facebook has launched a new Business Equality Center to help businesses improve their approach to diversity and representation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 13, 2021

New Report Underlines the Growth of TikTok, eCommerce, and Other Key Mobile Trends

Mobile analytics provider App Annie has published its latest 'State of Mobile' report which looks at key industry trends and shifts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 13, 2021

Facebook Adds New Safety Check and Live Video Enhancements for Workplace

Facebook has announced some new enhancements to its Workplace platform as it looks to help more businesses maintain connection with remote employees.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 12, 2021