MGM Resorts Provides Insights into its Social Media Marketing Strategy

The latest video in Meta's ad tips series looks at how MGM utilizes Facebook and Instagram for promotion.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 24, 2022

Instagram Launches Algorithm-Free Feed Sorting Options to All Users

Will this address all of your Instagram problems and concerns? 

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 23, 2022

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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 Renames its Ad Automation Tools to Clarify the Purpose of Each Element

The 'Meta Advantage' suite will cover all aspects of Meta's ad automation processes.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 22, 2022

Instagram Will Enable All Users to Tag Products in Feed Posts

The expanded product tagging options will help Instagram build its eCommerce use case.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 22, 2022

Instagram Tests New 'Scheduled' Sticker for Stories to Remind Your Audience of Upcoming Events

The sticker provides another way to re-promote and re-share your upcoming events.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 21, 2022

Instagram Launches 'Black Perspectives' Program to Highlight Black Creators in the UK

The program aims to provide more support for creators from marginalized communities.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 17, 2022

Meta Partners with Zefr to Improve its Advertiser Safety Tools

The partnership will help to improve Meta's ad placement tools.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 17, 2022

Meta Adds New Parental Control Elements for Instagram and VR

Meta's adding more ways for parents to supervise their child's usage of Instagram and VR.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 16, 2022

Meta Shares Facebook & Instagram Live Video Tips from Creators [Infographic]

In a recent blog post, Meta shares how three beauty and lifestyle content creators are using live streaming on Facebook and Instagram to drive more engagement.

By Emma Wiltshire • March 15, 2022

Instagram Launches New Moderator Option for IG Live Streams

Now, broadcasters will be able to assign a moderator to help manage their streams.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 11, 2022

Instagram Stats that Every Social Media Manager Should Know [Infographic]

A collection of insights into Instagram's huge audience and usage trends.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 10, 2022

Instagram Launches New Creator Lab to Help Creators Maximize their On-Platform Performance

The new Creator Lab includes a range of insights and tips from established Instagram creators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 10, 2022

Meta Announces New Features and Insights for International Women's Day

Meta's discussion on female contributions to the metaverse provides some interesting insight into its ongoing development.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 8, 2022

Instagram Launches Updated Creator Tags to Provide More Credit for Content Contributors

The new tags will provide more opportunity to highlight the contributions of collaborators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 7, 2022

Instagram Has Removed its Separate Boomerang and Hyperlapse Apps from App Stores

The change appears to be the next step in the broader integration of Instagram's functions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 7, 2022

Meta Expands Test of New Removal Alerts Which Let Users Know When Automated Detection Was used

The new alerts will provide more context as to why, and how, a post was detected and removed.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 2, 2022

Instagram Launches Automated Captions for Feed Videos

Now, you have the option to switch on auto captions within all Instagram surfaces.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 1, 2022

Instagram Announces Closure of Separate IGTV App, Removal of In-Stream Video Ads

Instagram continues to refine its video offerings, and hone in on Reels as its key engagement pathway.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 28, 2022

Instagram Shares New Overviews of the Key Ranking Factors for Feed Posts, Stories and Reels

Some handy lists to keep nearby as you go about your strategic planning.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 17, 2022

Meta Publishes New Report into Evolving Conversation Trends and Interests [Infographic]

The report provides an in-depth overview of the latest trends and shifts that are shaping online conversation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 17, 2022

Meta Provides New Recommendations to Help Advertisers Lessen the Impacts of Apple's ATT Update

Apple's ATT update has caused some major headaches for Facebook and Instagram advertisers.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 15, 2022

Instagram Adds Stories Likes to Provide Insight on Viewer Engagement

The option provides a low-touch way to engage with Stories, which could have a big impact.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 14, 2022

How Social Platforms are Celebrating Super Bowl LVI

Here's a look at the various ways in which you can join in the celebration around Super Bowl LVI via your favorite social apps.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 11, 2022

Instagram Announces Valentine's Day Live-Stream Shopping Event, the Latest in its eCommerce Push

The new promotion will help to showcase Instagram's evolving live-stream shopping tools.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 10, 2022

Instagram Shares New Insights into How Users Express Love Across the US [Infographic]

Which US states say 'I love you' the most (and least) in their Instagram posts and Stories?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 9, 2022