A trial to determine whether Meta purposely made its apps addictive to children is underway in California. That’s according to a report Tuesday (Aug. 18) from Reuters, which said the case marks the most significant test to date for social media platforms facing similar youth...
Meta will soon roll out subscriptions for three of its apps and for creators, businesses and power users of its artificial intelligence (AI) offering. Subscription plans called Instagram Plus, WhatsApp Plus and Facebook Plus are rolling out globally, Meta Head of Product Naomi Gleit said in a Wednesday (May 27) post on...
Meta platforms operate on a tight feedback loop across its family of apps — Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. Content drives engagement. Engagement drives ad impressions. Advertisers pay for access to that attention. The loop remains solid. And the engine powering it has become more sophisticated....
Meta said Thursday (March 19) that over the next few years, it will shift the content enforcement efforts on its apps from the current third-party vendors to the company’s new artificial intelligence systems. “While we’ll still have people who review content, these systems will be...
July 30, 2025
If Mark Zuckerberg is right, the next must‑have wearable won’t count your steps or flash your texts. It will out‑think you on everything from homework to holiday planning. In short: He believes a “personal superintelligence” clipped to your glasses just might be the next smartphone. The Meta CEO unveiled the ambition on Wednesday’s Q2 earnings […]
June 04, 2024
Meta’s recent news that it is seeing a surge in younger users may help set the stage for a rising tide in social commerce. The platform model — not just...
November 13, 2023
In today’s digital age, consumers have access to a wealth of information that helps them make informed decisions, especially when choosing a restaurant. In this context, online reviews and social...
November 08, 2023
Consumers are becoming increasingly connected on social media, and retailers are taking notice. In a bid to grow engagement and sales, merchants have taken to social media platforms to promote...
August 18, 2026
A trial to determine whether Meta purposely made its apps addictive to children is underway in California. That’s according to a report Tuesday (Aug. 18) from Reuters, which said the case marks the most significant test to date for social media platforms facing similar youth safety lawsuits. Meta is facing a group of attorneys general […]
May 27, 2026
Meta will soon roll out subscriptions for three of its apps and for creators, businesses and power users of its artificial intelligence (AI) offering. Subscription plans called Instagram Plus, WhatsApp...
March 19, 2026
Meta said Thursday (March 19) that over the next few years, it will shift the content enforcement efforts on its apps from the current third-party vendors to the company’s new...
March 12, 2026
Facebook Marketplace has added four new Meta AI-powered features for sellers. These features “make selling more efficient so sellers can list more items with less effort, and shoppers can find...
