Instagram Tests New Placement of the DM Button in the Main UI

Instagram's been testing the relocation of the DM icon for months.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 24, 2024

Meta Outlines Its Efforts to Combat ‘Pig Butchering’ Scams

Meta's also provided some tips on how to avoid scams.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 21, 2024

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Top 5 stories from Social Media Today

A look at the recent top stories in social media and what they mean for marketers.

By Social Media Today staff

Instagram Will Soon Let Users Reset Recommendations In-Stream

Soon, you'll be able to ask IG to forget what it knows about your interests.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 19, 2024

Instagram Tests AI Profile Image and Sticker Generation Tools

More generative AI tools are coming to Instagram.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 18, 2024

Instagram Is Developing More DM Filter Options for Creators

Instagram's looking to make it easier for big creators to capitalize on DM requests.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 18, 2024

Instagram Moves Stories Highlights to Their Own Tab

An update to your IG profile display.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 17, 2024

Instagram Makes It Easier To Remove Inactive Profiles From Your Audience

An easy way to clean up your IG audience.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 17, 2024

Instagram Is Removing the Option To Follow Hashtags

Does this mean that hashtags are no longer important?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 17, 2024

Research Highlights Social Media Usage Trends in 2024

The latest social media usage insights from the team at Pew Research. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 13, 2024

Meta Announces More Changes to Its Ad-Free Subscription in EU

Meta's been working to meet changing EU requirements on the offering.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 12, 2024

Instagram Says It Does Not Reduce the Reach of Sponsored Content

IG chief Adam Mosseri says that this does not happen. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 11, 2024

Meta Announces New VR Education Partnerships

Meta's making a push to bring VR tools into classrooms. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 11, 2024

Instagram’s Testing Simplified AI Profile Image Generation

Soon, you'll be able to easily update your IG profile image with an AI-generated depiction.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 11, 2024

Meta’s Updating Its Terms of Service With Clarified Wording Around Misuse

The latest updates to Meta's terms and usage agreements.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 11, 2024

Meta Opens Retail Pop-up in Los Angeles to Showcase Its Smart Glasses

Meta's looking to sell more Ray Bans this Christmas.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 10, 2024

How Will Trump’s Second Term Impact Social Media Companies?

Here's a look at what Trump has said about social media platforms during the campaign. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 10, 2024

26 Predictions for Social Media Marketing in 2025

Wanna know what's coming into view on the social media horizon?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 10, 2024

Instagram Expands Boosting To Include More Post Types

Expanded boosting options on IG.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 7, 2024

Meta’s Rolling out More Variable Ad Display Options

Meta's "Flexible Media" option will give it more ways to show your ads. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 5, 2024

Meta Extends Political Ads Blackout Beyond Election Period

Meta's looking to limit angst related to the U.S. election. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 5, 2024

Instagram Has More Users Than Facebook in the EU

Instagram's adding EU users, as Facebook sees a slight decline.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 4, 2024

Meta’s Developing an AI System To Detect Teens Lying About Their Age

The system will use advanced measures to determine user age.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 4, 2024

Can Meta Really Avoid Political Content?

Meta's anti-politics stance may not be sustainable long-term. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 3, 2024

Instagram Adds DM Filters to Assist Creators

This could make it easier for creators to stay across their DM queries.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 2, 2024

Meta Posts Strong Revenue Result in Q3

The latest performance update from Zuckerberg's social media behemoth. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 30, 2024