Meta expands AI Reels translations to Hindi and Portuguese on Facebook and Instagram

Meta has expanded its AI-powered Reels translation feature to include Hindi and Portuguese, alongside existing support for English and Spanish. The update aims to make Reels more accessible to global audiences on both Facebook and Instagram, allowing creators to share their content across multiple languages. Continue reading “Meta expands AI Reels translations to Hindi and Portuguese on Facebook and Instagram”

Meta to use AI user interactions for personalized Ads

Meta announced an update to its Privacy Policy targeting personalized ads. The company announced that it will start using users’ interaction with Meta AI on its platform to show more targeted and personalized ads. Meta will notify people about this update via in-product notifications and emails on October 7, 2025, before it goes into effect on December 16, 2025.

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Meta rolls out Fan engagement tools on Facebook for creators

Meta has added new tools on Facebook to enhance fan engagement, allowing fans to connect with creators and with each other. The platform now offers Fan Challenges and Custom Top Fan Badges, providing ways for fans to create content, participate in interactive activities, and gain recognition, while helping creators foster engaged communities. Continue reading “Meta rolls out Fan engagement tools on Facebook for creators”

Meta expands Teen Account settings with AI and Parental support

Meta has announced that it is working with parents and new technology to increase enrollment in Teen Accounts, providing safer digital experiences for younger users. Continue reading “Meta expands Teen Account settings with AI and Parental support”

Meta rolls out revamped Facebook Friends Tab for easier content access

Meta on Thursday introduced a new Facebook Friends tab to simplify connecting with friends. The company said this is the first of “several experiences” planned for 2025 to bring back the joy of what they “first” created on Facebook. Continue reading “Meta rolls out revamped Facebook Friends Tab for easier content access”

Facebook Messenger gets HD video calls, AI backgrounds, Hands-free calling on iOS and more

Meta has announced several new features for Facebook Messenger Calling, designed to make calls “easier, more reliable, and more fun.” The company highlighted that many of these updates are driven by user requests. Continue reading “Facebook Messenger gets HD video calls, AI backgrounds, Hands-free calling on iOS and more”

EU Commission fines Meta €797.72 million for Facebook Marketplace antitrust violations

The European Commission on Thursday fined Meta €797.72 million for violating EU antitrust laws. The penalty stems from Meta’s integration of Facebook Marketplace with its social network, Facebook, and its imposition of allegedly unfair terms on other online classified ad providers. Continue reading “EU Commission fines Meta €797.72 million for Facebook Marketplace antitrust violations”

Meta launches less personalized ads and new subscription plans for EU users

Meta has announced key changes to Facebook and Instagram services in the European Union, including a significant reduction in the subscription price for an ad-free experience. Continue reading “Meta launches less personalized ads and new subscription plans for EU users”

Meta unveils Llama 3.1 AI model with 405B parameters, Meta AI gains multilingual support and more

Meta, led by Mark Zuckerberg, has introduced Llama 3.1 405B, the largest and most capable open-source AI model. With over 300 million downloads of all Llama versions, Meta aims to continue driving innovation. Continue reading “Meta unveils Llama 3.1 AI model with 405B parameters, Meta AI gains multilingual support and more”

Meta Verified subscription for Businesses now available in India

Meta has launched Meta Verified subscription plans for businesses on Facebook and Instagram in India. This follows a test that started last year to develop a valuable subscription toolkit for businesses. Continue reading “Meta Verified subscription for Businesses now available in India”

Meta expands ‘Take It Down’ to more countries with new tools to combat sextortion

Meta today announced new measures to combat online exploitation for Safer Internet Day this year. These efforts aim to empower teens, parents, and educators, raise awareness, and provide resources to prevent sextortion. Continue reading “Meta expands ‘Take It Down’ to more countries with new tools to combat sextortion”

Meta to Label AI-generated images on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads

Meta today announced its collaboration with industry partners to establish common technical standards for recognizing AI-generated content, encompassing both video and audio formats. Continue reading “Meta to Label AI-generated images on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads”

Meta to end cross-platform chats between Instagram and Facebook

In a recent update, Meta quietly announced that from mid-December onwards, Instagram and Facebook’s messaging services will no longer support cross-compatibility. The cross-app chatting feature, initially introduced in 2020, is set to be discontinued.

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Meta launches ad-free subscription plans for Facebook, Instagram in Europe

Meta has introduced a new subscription option in the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), and Switzerland to adhere to evolving regulations in the region. Continue reading “Meta launches ad-free subscription plans for Facebook, Instagram in Europe”