Canadian Government Looks To Bring News Content Back to Facebook

Two years after Meta banned Canadian publishers, the government is looking to arrange a new deal.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 28, 2026

Are Social Platform Subscriptions Becoming More Accepted?

Platforms are putting more emphasis on their paid offerings, but would they ever charge all users?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 26, 2026

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

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Meta Bans Teen Access To AI Bot Characters

Meta is working on a new form of its AI characters that will include more safeguards. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 25, 2026

Instagram Tests Displaying ‘Friends’ Instead of ‘Following’

The change puts more emphasis on mutual follows, which could alter the dynamics of the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 21, 2026

FTC Announces Appeal in Meta Antitrust Case

The case was initially launched in 2020 when the FTC alleged Meta had built a monopoly.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 20, 2026

Meta Looks To Establish Definitive Rules on Banning Public Figures

Meta has called on its oversight board to help it establish clearer parameters and penalties. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 20, 2026

Meta Adds More Languages To AI Translations for Reels

More ways to reach potentially millions more viewers with your Reels clips. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 20, 2026

Meta Outlines How It’s Improved Reels Recommendations

Meta is using direct user feedback to improve recommendations.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 15, 2026

Edits Gets IG Links, Weekly Ideas and New Video Effects Features

The latest round of updates for IG’s separate video editing app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 14, 2026

Instagram Rolls Out Algorithm Control Option to All English-Speaking Users

Now you can tell Instagram what you want to see more of in your Reels feed.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 13, 2026

Meta Says It’s Removed 540K Teen Accounts in Australia

Meta is also looking to implement a new form of age checking to meet the new laws.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 12, 2026

Meta Appoints Former Trump Staffer as VP

Meta continues to appoint Trump-aligned Republicans to senior leadership roles.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 12, 2026

Instagram Says There Was No Data Breach Over the Weekend

The platform has moved to reassure users after many received password reset emails.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 11, 2026

Instagram Chief Outlines the Challenges of AI Content

IG chief Adam Mosseri says that AI tools are getting so good that creators need to take a new angle.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 1, 2026

Instagram Implements New Limits on Hashtag Use

A five tag limit per post is rolling out for Instagram users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 18, 2025

Meta Shares Tips on Reels Hooks, Creative Diversification in Ads and Threads

Some pointers for your Meta ads in the upcoming holiday push. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 17, 2025

Instagram Adds Custom Effects for New Year’s Celebrations

New effects to help you ring in 2026.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 17, 2025

IGTV Is Back, With an Instagram Reels TV App

Now you can watch Reels on your home TV set. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 16, 2025

Meta Outlines Latest Data on Content Removals and Fake Accounts

Meta says that its switch to Community Notes is working.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2025

Instagram Launches Celebrity-Led Video Series To Highlight Online Dangers

The first video features Usher talking to his teen sons. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2025

Meta Expands Creator Partnership Opportunities for Brands

More ways to identify and action creator partnerships across Facebook and IG.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2025

Instagram Is Using AI To Generate SEO Summaries of Posts

Maybe, the Meta symbol actually represents the ouroboros of AI content. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 10, 2025

Meta Launches Reels Algorithm Controls to US Users

Now, you can manually alter what topics Meta thinks you're interested in.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 10, 2025

You Can Now Reshare Public Stories on Instagram

Another way to ensure more credit goes to original creators. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 8, 2025

Meta Gains Approval for EU Data Usage Proposal

The proposal will allow EU users to restrict the use of their data for ad targeting.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 8, 2025