Meta thinks you’ll want a whole app just for AI videos
Meta is testing a standalone Vibes app focused solely on AI-generated short videos, moving the feature out of Meta AI.
Meta premium subscriptions are coming, here’s what you’ll actually pay for
Meta is testing premium subscriptions for Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. Pricing and launch markets aren’t public yet, but early Instagram perks point to power-user tools and AI features that may be locked behind a paid tier.
WhatsApp has begun testing a long-overdue group chat feature
WhatsApp is testing a new "group chat history sharing" feature that allows admins to share up to 100 recent messages with new members, helping them understand context instantly when joining.
You can now choose the kind of content you see on Instagram Reels
Instagram has rolled out Your Algorithm, a new feature that lets users control the kind of content they see on Reels by adding or removing topics, giving people more say over what shows up in their feed.
New UK under-5 screen time guidance targets passive time, what it changes for you
The UK will publish its first under-5 screen time guidance in April. It targets passive viewing after research linked very high daily use in two-year-olds with weaker vocabulary and other concerns.
Instagram says it fixed the issue behind shady password reset emails
Numerous Instagram users received suspicious password reset emails amid reports of a massive data scrape. The social media company says it has resolved the issue but denies a data breach.
Instagram data of 17.5 million users resurfaces online after 2024 incident
Previously scraped Instagram user data has resurfaced, enabling realistic phishing and account takeover attempts, underscoring the long-term risks of exposed personal information.
You might soon be able to play mini games inside Threads DMs
Meta is reportedly testing a new feature that will let Threads users play mini games in DMs.
New York to start treating social media like cigarettes with warning labels
A new New York law mandates mental health warning labels on addictive social media features, allowing state enforcement and reflecting growing global concern over youth online safety.
Threads is about to become a hub of podcast chatter
Threads is rolling out podcast previews and creator-focused features to become a central hub for podcast discussion.
Instagram now limits you to five hashtags per post
Instagram is cracking down on hashtag spamming, limiting posts to just five hashtags each.
Facebook’s wants to turn basic link sharing into a paid feature
Meta is experimenting with charging users to share more than a couple of links on Facebook. While still a limited test, the change signals how basic platform features are increasingly being tied to paid subscriptions.
Your Snapchat Memories can be beat-synced in seconds, if you’re on iPhone
Snapchat is rolling out Snapchat Quick Cut iOS, a Lens-powered tool that turns Memories or Camera Roll clips into beat-synced videos fast. Android support is promised "soon," but Snap hasn’t shared dates.
You can now watch Reels on the big screen with Instagram for TV
Instagram has finally released a dedicated TV app that lets users binge on Reels on compatible Amazon Fire TV devices.
Meta’s Threads doubles down on Communities, along with “Champion” badge and profile labels
Threads has expanded its Communities feature to more than 200 topic groups and begun testing visible badges for super-engaged members.
Instagram supercharges creation and feed control with new Edits app features and “Your Algorithm”
Instagram is rolling out major updates that bring deep customization to Reels recommendations and make creation faster with new Edits app features.
Meta promises it’ll soon be easier to recover your hacked Instagram account
Meta is rolling out a unified support hub to make recovering hacked Instagram and Facebook accounts faster and easier, with AI tools and improved security.
You might be using Facebook more than you think, new research reveals
A new Pew Research Center study shows Facebook remains the only social platform used by a majority of U.S. adults, far surpassing TikTok, Snapchat, WhatsApp, and X despite ongoing narratives about its decline.
Lawsuit claims Meta stopped research showing users felt better after leaving Facebook
A lawsuit alleges Meta stopped an internal study showing users felt less depressed and anxious after leaving Facebook.
Check this new social app which lets you spoil your favourite TV shows and books
Phictly brings niche, spoiler-safe discussion clubs for books and TV to mobile, capping membership and tailoring pacing for deeper fan communities.
This Chrome extension makes it easier to trust your X feed
X rolled out profile-level “Based in” labels. A community Chrome extension queries X’s GraphQL API and places flag emojis next to usernames in the feed, letting readers see an account’s country at a glance without visiting profiles.
X shows where you’re “based in”, and it could shake up the feed
X has started adding “Based in” labels to user profiles, introducing a new transparency tool that could reshape how people read posts, trust accounts or react to trending topics — for better or worse.
It’s not just you. X is down, again. [Update: It’s back on track]
Downdetector has logged over twenty thousand reports of service disruption affecting X users in the US, merely days after the widespread outage due to Cloudflare issues.
Say goodbye to old DMs: X launches Chat with encryption and more
X has officially launched Chat, replacing its classic Direct Messages with a full-featured communication suite, now with end-to-end encryption, video/voice calls, file transfer and disappearing messages.
LinkedIn turns search into a targeted AI chat to grow your network
LinkedIn is rolling out AI powered people search for US Premium members, letting you type plain language requests and find experts, mentors, or hires who have already done the thing you are aiming for.
TikTok launches Bulletin Board, and your favorite creators just got louder
TikTok has rolled out Bulletin Board, a new creator tool that lets users publish one-to-many messages — text, image or video — to followers who subscribe. The move signals TikTok’s next step in creator engagement and competition with Instagram’s broadcast channels.
YouTube’s AI age checks hit more users, and your selfie may decide
YouTube is hitting more accounts with AI age checks. Accept stricter defaults or verify with ID, selfie, or card to keep full access, a privacy trade-off that also affects creators and monetization.
Facebook Dating is on the rise, and there’s an obvious reason you might like it too
Facebook Dating quietly grows into one of the largest dating platforms.
Meta brings disappearing posts to Threads under a spooky name
Threads is getting a new ghost posts system that automatically vanishes the post after 24 hours and saves it in the personal archive.
Use a passkey on X? Update it by November 10 or lose access
X is shifting logins to x.com and says it will phase out twitter.com. If you use a YubiKey or passkey, re-enroll by November 10 or your account access gets paused.
Meta is killing Messenger on desktop, here’s what you need to do
Meta is pulling Messenger’s desktop apps. Windows shuts down on December 14, macOS gets a 60-day window.
X wants you to stay forever in its app with a new way to click links
X is redesigning how links work on iOS to keep users engaged, even after they click away. The update also pairs with an AI-powered recommendation system for smarter content delivery.
You’ll soon be able to buy that dormant X handle you’ve had your eye on
X is opening a Handle Marketplace that lets paying users claim inactive usernames, with free priority picks and rare names priced. You keep the handle while you keep the subscription.
Reddit AI apparently thinks a deadly narcotic is good health tip
Reddit’s AI chatbot “Answers” shocked users after recommending heroin and kratom for pain relief. The dangerous suggestions highlight how AI can spread misinformation when sourcing from user-generated content unchecked.
Facebook’s AI now helps you pick your best photos and videos
Facebook is rolling out a new AI feature that suggests the best photos and videos to share from your camera roll.
Pinterest’s anti-AI update is the social media cleanse we didn’t know we needed
Pinterest is pushing back on the flood of AI-generated content by giving users more say over what they see. New features include "AI-modified" labels and filter options so you can reduce how much generative AI content shows up in your feed. It’s a welcome antidote to the endless AI slop most platforms now push by default.
Messaging on Threads just got a big upgrade with group chats
Meta is rolling out group chats on Threads, allowing up to 50 people in shared conversations. The feature enhances communication and will soon include link invites and improved inbox tools.
Instagram now restricts what teens can see using the PG-13 film rating system
Instagram is rolling out a movie-style PG-13 filter for teen accounts, limiting what young users can see or search. It’s Meta’s latest attempt to make feeds safer for young users.