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’s Threads gains 175 million users; India leads global engagement

Meta has announced that Threads now boasts over 175 million monthly active users. Continue reading “Meta’s Threads gains 175 million users; India leads global engagement”

Meta updates AI labeling to ‘AI Info’ for enhanced transparency

Meta announced updates to their AI labeling and manipulated media policies across Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, addressing concerns about accuracy and transparency. Continue reading “Meta updates AI labeling to ‘AI Info’ for enhanced transparency”

Meta’s ‘Pay or Consent’ model violates Digital Markets Act: EU Commission

The European Commission has accused Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta of violating the EU’s new digital laws with its advertising model that charges users for ad-free versions of Facebook and Instagram. Continue reading “Meta’s ‘Pay or Consent’ model violates Digital Markets Act: EU Commission”

Meta rolls out ‘Meta AI’ in India across WhatsApp, Facebook, Messenger and Instagram

Meta has announced the launch of ‘Meta AI’ in India, available in English, following its debut in April earlier this year. This new AI, powered by Meta Llama 3, is now live on WhatsApp, Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram. Continue reading “Meta rolls out ‘Meta AI’ in India across WhatsApp, Facebook, Messenger and Instagram”

Instagram Notes and Limits get new updates; Threads web revamped

Meta-owned Instagram is rolling out three new updates for its Notes feature. These updates include the introduction of likes, mentions, and prompts for Notes. Continue reading “Instagram Notes and Limits get new updates; Threads web revamped”

WhatsApp gets revamped interface, new colors, icons, and better dark mode

Meta has unveiled a series of updates for WhatsApp, aiming to give the platform a fresh, approachable, and simple look. These changes mark the first major overhaul since 2021. Continue reading “WhatsApp gets revamped interface, new colors, icons, and better dark mode”

Meta unveils AI Image and Text generation tools for business

Meta has introduced advanced generative AI features tailored for advertisers, aiming to support businesses in their growth endeavors. These features offer comprehensive image and text generation capabilities to aid advertisers at every stage of their journey. Continue reading “Meta unveils AI Image and Text generation tools for business”

Instagram gets four new sticker packs for Stories

Meta has introduced new sticker packs for Instagram Stories, offering fresh ways to connect with your friends over your interests. These stickers include: Continue reading “Instagram gets four new sticker packs for Stories”

Meta unveils ‘Meta Horizon OS’ open app platform for mixed reality

Meta has introduced Meta Horizon OS, a mixed reality operating system powering Meta Quest headsets. Continue reading “Meta unveils ‘Meta Horizon OS’ open app platform for mixed reality”

Meta AI powered by Llama 3 now available across its apps

Meta has unveiled the launch of ‘Meta AI,’ powered by Meta Llama 3. This new AI assistant is touted as the smartest one yet and is now accessible in multiple countries through Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Messenger. Continue reading “Meta AI powered by Llama 3 now available across its apps”

Instagram gets nudity protection in DMs to combat sextortion

Meta has introduced new tools on Instagram to fight against sextortion and intimate image abuse. To develop these tools, Meta has collaborated with experts who have experience in combatting these crimes. Continue reading “Instagram gets nudity protection in DMs to combat sextortion”

Instagram adds Editing, Pinning, and Theme options to Direct Messages

Meta today has announced new features for Instagram DMs, making it easier to connect, express yourself, and manage your inbox. Here’s what’s new: Continue reading “Instagram adds Editing, Pinning, and Theme options to Direct Messages”

LG and Meta strengthen collaboration for XR Business expansion

LG Electronics is strengthening its partnership with Meta Platforms to boost its efforts in extended reality (XR). The goal is to blend their strengths in products, content, services, and platforms to push innovation in customer experiences within the growing virtual realm. Continue reading “LG and Meta strengthen collaboration for XR Business expansion”