Facebook Adds Messenger Rooms for Groups and Events

Facebook is making its new Messenger Rooms group video chat option available in groups and events.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 13, 2020

Facebook Brings its Cartoonish 'Avatars' to US Users

After rolling them out in Europe last month, Facebook is now giving US users access to its Bitmoji-like Avatars.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 13, 2020

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Facebook Funds New Pro-Technology Advocacy Group to Improve Relations with US Politicians

Facebook is funding a new advocacy group in Washington which aims to improve understanding, and relationships, between tech companies and politicans.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020

Facebook Publishes Latest Update on Content Removals, Fake Accounts, Government Requests and More

Facebook has published its latest Community Enforcement Update, providing insight into how many fake accounts are on the platform, how many content appeals its seeing, government requests for information are more. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020

Facebook Provides New Ad Placement Controls to Better Manage Potential Brand Association

Facebook has updated its ad placement control tools, in order to provide more safety and assurance for advertisers.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020

Facebook Publishes New Research into Evolving Video Consumption Habits [Infographic]

Facebook has published a new report into evolving video consumption behaviors, and how the mobile shift is changing what people are seeking from video content. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2020

Facebook Outlines Full Graduation Week Schedule and Announces New Assistance Tools for Students

After announcing its upcoming virtual graduation event last month, Facebook has now unveiled the full program of events to celebrate the Class of 2020.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2020

Facebook Launches New Support Tools for SMBs in Both Facebook and Instagram

Facebook has released a new set of features to support SMBs impacted by COVID-19, including a new 'Support Small Business' sticker for Instagram.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2020

New Research from Facebook Shows Engagement with Local News Providers Booming Amid COVID-19

Facebook's CrowdTangle has provided some new insight into how COVID-19 coverage is driving more people to local news providers.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 7, 2020

Facebook Provides Tips and a Template for an Effective Content Calendar

Facebook has provided some new tips on how to create an effective content calendar, and a basic template to get you started,

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 6, 2020

Facebook Has Developed a New Way to Connect More People to the Internet

Facebook is evolving its Free Basics internet access program for developing regions with a new system that enables broader web connection.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 6, 2020

Facebook Outlines Key Challenges and Plans for Improving Advertising Verification

Facebook's Director of Product Management has provided an overview of where the platform currently stands on expanding advertiser verification.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 6, 2020

Facebook Announces its New Oversight Board to Guide Content Rules on the Platform

Facebook has announced the first members of its new Oversight Board which will help it make decisions on what content should be allowed, and removed, from its platforms. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 6, 2020

Facebook Sees Uptick in Account Removals on its Main Platform Due to Coordinated, Inauthentic Behavior

Facebook has published its latest update on account removals due to 'coordinated, inauthentic behavior' - or efforts to manipulate public opinion.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 5, 2020

Facebook Adds New Setting to Stop Private Groups Being Switched to 'Public'

Facebook is making a change to its group privacy settings in order to stop admins of private groups from switching them to public.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 5, 2020

Facebook Is Running a New Series of Education Sessions for Facebook Group Admins

Facebook has announced a new series of education sessions for Facebook group admins to help them make the most of their groups.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 4, 2020

Facebook Expands Community Help Hub to Cater to More Assistance Options

Facebook is expanding its COVID-19 Community Help Hub to cater to more types of assistance amid the pandemic. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 4, 2020

Facebook Is Testing a 'Hit Me Up' Sticker to Prompt Message Interaction from Stories

Facebook is working on a new sticker that prompts Stories viewers to get in touch with the creator via direct message.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 1, 2020

Facebook Begins to Re-Open Moderation Centers as Concerning Content Gains Momentum in the App

Facebook is re-opening some of its content moderation centers as COVID-19 lockdowns ease, which will help it manage an influx of concerning posts. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 30, 2020

Facebook Expands Access to Option to Transfer Your Photos and Videos to Google Photos

After initially launching its photo and video transfer tool to selected users last year, Facebook is now providing the option in more regions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 30, 2020

Facebook Closes in on New Milestone of 3 Billion Total Users Across its Platforms

Facebook has published its latest earnings report, showing increases in users and revenue, though it's also warned that the impacts of COVID-19 are coming.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 29, 2020

Facebook Releases Details of its New, Human-Like, Conversational Chatbot Process

Facebook has outlined its advanced in conversational chatbots via its new Blender process.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 29, 2020

WhatsApp Officially Launches New, 8-Person Group Video Chat Option

WhatsApp has officially launched its new, 8-person, encrypted video chat option, doubling the capacity of WhatsApp group video calls.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 28, 2020

Facebook's Holding a Virtual Graduation Event for the Class of 2020, Hosted by Oprah Winfrey

With physical graduation events canceled due to COVID-19, Facebook is hosting a virtual celebration, with a range of celebrity guests.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 28, 2020

Facebook Moves to Expand its eCommerce Presence in India via WhatsApp Shopping Integration

Facebook is quickly moving to boost its eCommerce presence in India following the purchase of a majority stake in internet provider Jio.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 28, 2020