Facebook Outlines Ongoing Efforts to Prevent Self-Harm to Mark World Suicide Prevention Day

Facebook has provided an overview of its ongoing improvements in detecting and actioning posts which indicate when users may be at risk.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 11, 2019

Facebook Adds New Tools for Public Figures, Including Multi-Contributor Stories and Product Tags

Facebook is adding some new tools for high profile users, which could eventually start to filter through to other users and businesses.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 11, 2019

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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 Tests New In-App Shopping Ads for Both Facebook and Instagram

Facebook is testing out two new ad options which aim to facilitate on-platform purchases, capitalizing on purchase intent.  

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 10, 2019

Facebook Looks to Get Ahead of User Concerns with Update on Location Settings

With new Android and iOS updates providing prompts to users about apps using location data in the background, Facebook has published a new explainer to alleviate potential concerns. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 10, 2019

Facebook Faces New Legal Challenge with 9 US States Launching an Antitrust Probe

New York's Attorney General is leading a new antitrust probe of Facebook's practices.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 7, 2019

Facebook Will Fund a New Set of Facebook Watch-Exclusive News Programs in Europe

Facebook will fund a new set of Facebook-Watch exclusive news programs across Europe. The goal is to "allow publishers to experiment with new formats, engage new audiences, and build sustainable revenue streams."

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 6, 2019

Facebook Dating Launches in the US, Along with New Dating Features

Facebook has just introduced a whole new dimension​ to the social platform with their new match-making tool, Facebook Dating. Will this make Facebook more popular among younger generations again?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 6, 2019

Facebook Releases New White Paper on Considerations for Increased Data Portability

Facebook is looking to advance the conversation around data portability, and the capacity for users to better control their information.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 5, 2019

Facebook Begins Rolling Out Updated Desktop Layout

Facebook has begun rolling out its redesigned desktop experience, which emulates much of the functionality of its mobile app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 4, 2019

A Complete Listing of Facebook's Acquisitions [Infographic]

It's interesting to look at the companies Facebook has purchased over time, and how they indicate the platform's ongoing direction.  

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 4, 2019

Facebook Updates Face Recognition Permissions to Provide More Control

Facebook is looking to provide more reassurance and data control to users in relation to its face recognition features.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 4, 2019

Facebook Highlights Page Stories in Feed Separate Panel, Expanding Opportunity for Brand Exposure

Facebook is testing out yet another Facebook Stories promotion option, this time focused specifically on Stories content from businesses.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 3, 2019

Facebook May Soon Hide Total Like Counts on Posts, Mirroring Instagram's Test

Following the same on Instagram, Facebook is now also considering hiding total post like counts in its main app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 3, 2019

Facebook Announces New Business Tools for Messenger Interactions

Facebook has announced a new set of business interaction tools for Messenger, including new lead gen and appointment booking options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 29, 2019

Facebook Seeks to Strengthen its Political Ad Requirements Ahead of 2020 US Election

Facebook is looking to improve its political ad transparency tools as part of its preparations for next year's US Presidential Election.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 29, 2019

Facebook's Testing a New Screen-Sharing Option for Messenger

Facebook is working on a new Messenger feature which would enable you to broadcast what you're seeing on your phone screen.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 29, 2019

Facebook is Testing a New Listing of Post Reactions in Your Notifications Stream

Facebook is testing a new way to share Reactions to your Facebook posts, with a new notification format that displays the responses. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 28, 2019

Facebook Publishes New Report on the Benefits of Combining Facebook and Outdoor Advertising

Facebook's latest research report looks at the benefits of combining Facebook ads with outdoor promotions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 27, 2019

Facebook's Clear History Tool Could be Delayed in the US Due to Court Case

A judge has blocked the rollout of Facebook's Clear History tool in the US due to a pending trial.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 27, 2019

Facebook Adds More Page Badges to Encourage Engagement

Facebook has added some new Page badges as it seeks to encourage greater participation and engagement.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 24, 2019

Facebook Brings 3D Photos to Android Devices

Facebook is finally expanding its 3D photos feature to Android users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 24, 2019

Facebook Provides Back-to-School Marketing Tips and Insights [Infographic]

Facebook has provided a new set of tips and usage insights to help inform your back-to-school marketing push.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 23, 2019

Facebook News Feed: An Introduction for Content Creators [Infographic]

Facebook recently added a new Blueprint course on how to maximize News Feed performance.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 22, 2019

Facebook Will Hire Journalists to Curate Its Coming Dedicated News Section

Facebook has advertised open positions for a team of journalists which will oversee its coming dedicated news section.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 21, 2019

Facebook Looks to Launch WhatsApp Payments in Indonesia

WhatsApp is in talks with Indonesian payment firms over a possible rollout of WhatsApp payments in the region.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 21, 2019