Facebook Adds New Holiday Features to Messenger Kids App

Facebook has added some new, holiday-themed tools to its Messenger Kids app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 19, 2019

Facebook Adds Additional Fact-Checking Resources via 'Community Reviewers'

Facebook will tap into a diverse group of 'community reviewers' to improve its fact-checking process.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 18, 2019

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Facebook Launches New Course to Teach Journalists How to Spot Manipulated Media

Facebook has partnered with Reuters on a new course for journalists called 'Identifying and Tackling Manipulated Media'.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 18, 2019

Instagram Expands Third-Party Fact-Checking on Questionable Content to All Regions

Instagram will expand its program of fact-checking questionable posts, as part of a broader effort to stem the flow of misinformation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 17, 2019

Facebook Adds New Automatic Member Approval Option for Groups

Facebook is adding a new automatic member approval process for groups, which could help reduce management time for group admins.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 17, 2019

Facebook Publishes New Listing of Key Trends Set to Gain Momentum in 2020

Facebook published a new listing of key topics and trends it expects to gain momentum in 2020, based on on-platform conversation shifts over the last two years.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 14, 2019

Facebook Advises Businesses Operating in California to Ensure CCPA Compliance

With the new CCPA data usage requirements coming into effect on January 1st, Facebook is advising businesses to ensure they're CCPA compliant.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 13, 2019

Facebook Allocates $130 Million to Independent Content Oversight Board

Facebook has announced the next stage in the development of its content oversight board, which will help it make decisions on what should and should not be allowed on the platform.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 13, 2019

Facebook Adds New Star Wars-Themed Features to Messenger

Facebook has added a new set of Star Wars-themed stickers, emojis and AR effects to celebrate the release of the latest film in the franchise.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 12, 2019

Facebook Faces Ongoing Challenges Around Message Encryption and Election Security

With the 2020 US Presidential Election looming, Facebook continues to face challenges with its privacy tools and ad transparency features.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2019

Oculus Rolls Out Hand Tracking in VR, Eliminating the Need for Gloves or Controllers

Facebook-owned Oculus is launching the next phase of VR connectivity with hand tracking. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2019

Facebook Adds New, Interactive Features for Portal Smart Speaker

Facebook is adding some new, interactive features into its Portal smart speaker devices.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2019

Facebook Launches Cross-Account Reporting and Custom Ad Metrics

Facebook has added some new data tracking options in Ad Manager, including cross-account reporting and custom metrics.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 7, 2019

Facebook Continues to Escalate Legal Proceedings Over Platform Violations

Facebook has launched legal action against a group which it has accused of using its network to spread malware, the latest in Facebook's increasing court proceedings over platform misuse.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 6, 2019

Facebook Adds 'Suggested Moderator' Recommendations to Assist in Group Management

Facebook is rolling out a new 'suggested moderator' tool which will identify key members of your groups who could be good candidates to become moderators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 6, 2019

Facebook Adds New Measures to Enforce Targeting Restrictions on Potentially Discriminatory Ad Types

Following on from its targeting restrictions on housing, employment and credit opportunity ads, Facebook has added some new measures to enforce its regulations.  

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 4, 2019

Facebook Launches New Photo and Video Transfer Tool, A First Step in Data Portability

Facebook has announced the first stage of its new data portability approach, with an option to transfer your photos and videos to Google Photos.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 3, 2019

Facebook Adds Warning Labels to Posts in Singapore After Demands from Singaporean Government

Amid ongoing debate around political ad restrictions, Facebook has been forced to add new warning labels to selected posts in Singapore after a request from the local government.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 3, 2019

20 Predictions for Social Media Marketing in 2020

Where is the social media sector headed in the next year? Here are 20 predictions to help in your consideration and planning.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 3, 2019

Facebook Provides Effective Video Content Strategy Tips

Facebook has provided a basic overview of an effective video content monetization strategy, which includes some valuable tips.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 24, 2019

Facebook's Testing a New 'Favorites' Friend Listing for Facebook Stories

Facebook is testing a new option which would enable you to share your Facebook Stories with a smaller group of users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 23, 2019

Facebook Removes Option to Add Friends to Live-Stream Broadcasts

Facebook is removing the option to add guests to your live-streams, which it first rolled out back in 2017. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 23, 2019

Facebook Considers Changes to its Political Ads Policy

Amid ongoing backlash over its decision not to subject political ads to fact-checks, Facebook is reportedly considering other options to curb potential misuse.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 22, 2019

Facebook Adds New Options for Brands to Control Ad Placements

Facebook is adding a new set of brand safety controls to help advertisers avoid unwanted placement related to content, brands and websites. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 21, 2019

Facebook Has Launched Another Teen Focused App, This Time to Make Memes

Facebook is once again seeking to stay connected with the next generation with another youth-oriented app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 19, 2019