Instagram Unveils Annual ‘Creators of Tomorrow’ Listing

The listing showcases some of the top emerging creative talent in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 23, 2024

Instagram Experiments With Reels Performance Tips In-Stream

The notes explain why a Reel is performing well. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 22, 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

Meta Experiments With Facial Recognition for Security Purposes

Meta’s taking a risk by wading into facial recognition once again. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 21, 2024

Meta May Make It Easier to Customize AI Chats

You’ll be able to see a listing of things that Meta AI knows about you.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 21, 2024

IG Chief Recommends Posting Carousels To Improve Reach

Carousels provide more opportunity for reach, according to IG chief Adam Mosseri.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 17, 2024

Meta Announces a New Round of Job Cuts

Meta continues to reassess its efficiency.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 17, 2024

Meta Announces New Measures to Combat Sextortion Scammers

Sextortion reports have increased by 300% in the last three years.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 17, 2024

Instagram Tests a New Way To Keep Tabs on Shared Content

A handy way to keep tabs on what you've engaged with in the app. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 16, 2024

Instagram Launches New Profile Cards

Instagram’s new profile cards include updated QR codes for connection.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 15, 2024

Meta Continues to Misstep With Its AI Tools

Meta keeps coming up with bad ways to use its AI tools.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 13, 2024

Instagram and TikTok Remain the Most Popular Social Apps Among Teens

New insights into teen social media usage habits.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 10, 2024

Meta Launches Updated Brand Safety Controls

Enhanced ad placement options from Meta.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 10, 2024

Meta Tests Improved Instagram to Threads Crossposting

The move would help to streamline post sharing between the apps.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 9, 2024

Meta Shares New Insights Into Its AI-Based ‘Advantage’ Ad Suite

Insights to inform your Meta campaigns.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 9, 2024

Instagram Tests WhatsApp Sticker To Facilitate DM Connection

A handy way to drive DM connection.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 9, 2024

Meta Expands Its AI Chatbot Availability

Meta AI is coming to a search bar near you.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 9, 2024

Meta Announces Image Animation and Video Expansion Tools at Advertising Week

Some new AI options for your Facebook and IG campaigns.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 8, 2024

What Do Instagram Influencers Think about AI [Infographic]

Current social media AI chatbots rarely go beyond discovery. Here’s what influencers think about the emerging tech. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 7, 2024

Meta Shares Reels Ad Tips Ahead of Holiday Push

Half of all time spent on Instagram is on watching Reels, pointing to the potential promotional impact of ads in this space. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 7, 2024

Meta Previews ‘Movie Gen’ AI Video Creation Tool

Meta’s Movie Gen will enable you to build upon your actual videos.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 6, 2024

Instagram Launches ‘Best Practices’ Tips Element

Some tips for your IG content approach. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 6, 2024

No, You Can’t Stop Meta Using Your Data via IG Story

Those “attorney advised” posts are back, but they do nothing to protect your info.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 3, 2024

Instagram Chief Says ‘Following’ Feed Option Won’t Work

IG boss Adam Mosseri says that people don’t actually want a ’following’ feed option.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 29, 2024

Instagram Launches Signature Sound of the App

It’s not pleasant, but maybe that’s not the point.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 26, 2024

Meta Outlines AI, VR and AR Advancements at Connect 2024

A heap of technological advancements showcased at Meta’s 2024 Connect Conference.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 25, 2024