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fromThe Verge
1 hour ago

Meta will tell parents when their teens add new interests to their Instagram algorithm

Meta is adding a feature to its Teen Accounts that shows parents the "general topics their teens engage with," like "basketball" or "fashion." Meta also says it will soon start notifying parents when their teen adds a new interest to their algorithm.
Social media marketing
#meta
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Privacy technologies

Facebook and Instagram are using AI bone structure analysis to identify photos of kids

Social media marketing
fromTrusted Reviews
1 week ago

Instagram is cracking down on unoriginal photo posts, not just Reels

Meta penalizes reposted photo and carousel posts without meaningful edits, prioritizing original content creators over aggregator accounts.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
1 week ago

The Morning After: Instagram will try to penalize 'unoriginal' posts - Engadget

Meta is adjusting Instagram's algorithm to promote original content in photo and carousel posts while penalizing recycled Reels.
Silicon Valley
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 hours ago

Santa Clara County sues Meta over alleged scam ads - San Jose Spotlight

Meta is accused of enabling scam ads on Facebook and Instagram by weakening fraud prevention and allowing fraudulent advertisers to profit.
Law
fromThe Center Square
9 hours ago

Santa Clara Co., trial lawyers sue Meta over Facebook, Instagram 'scam ads'

Meta is accused of profiting from scam ads by failing to screen them and allegedly enabling their creation and targeting.
Privacy technologies
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Facebook and Instagram are using AI bone structure analysis to identify photos of kids

Meta introduces AI bone structure analysis to detect and remove users under 13 from Facebook and Instagram.
Law
fromTNW | Meta
1 week ago

Meta would rather leave New Mexico than rebuild its apps for kids

Meta faces potential algorithm changes and age verification requirements in New Mexico after violating consumer protection laws regarding child safety.
Social media marketing
fromTrusted Reviews
1 week ago

Instagram is cracking down on unoriginal photo posts, not just Reels

Meta penalizes reposted photo and carousel posts without meaningful edits, prioritizing original content creators over aggregator accounts.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
1 week ago

The Morning After: Instagram will try to penalize 'unoriginal' posts - Engadget

Meta is adjusting Instagram's algorithm to promote original content in photo and carousel posts while penalizing recycled Reels.
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
3 hours ago

I'm a devoted iPhone user but Android 17 is tempting me with its new video and social features

Android 17 adds creator-focused video editing tools and improves cross-platform app and iOS-to-Android transfer experiences.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
4 hours ago

Instagram's in-app camera will support Ultra HDR and Night Sight on Android - Engadget

Instagram adds Ultra HDR support to its Android in-app camera, improves HDR upload handling, and adds Night Sight and video stabilization support.
Social media marketing
fromLindsey Gamble
1 day ago

Instagram Lets Users Add Unique Captions for Each Carousel Frame (New Feature Test) - Lindsey Gamble

Users can add unique captions to each frame in Instagram Carousel posts or use a single caption across the entire Carousel.
#end-to-end-encryption
fromThe Conversation
1 day ago
Privacy technologies

Instagram can now read all users' private messages. Will this make kids safer or just boost ad targeting?

Privacy technologies
fromThe Conversation
1 day ago

Instagram can now read all users' private messages. Will this make kids safer or just boost ad targeting?

End-to-end encryption for Instagram direct messages was removed, reducing privacy protections and raising concerns about child safety and moderation effectiveness.
Privacy technologies
fromMail Online
4 days ago

Instagram can now read chats as end-to-end encryption is removed

Instagram direct messages will no longer use end-to-end encryption, allowing Meta to access message content and media.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Instagram privacy tech is turned off today- what does this mean for your DMs?

Getty Images Instagram direct messages will lose end-to-end encryption globally, letting Meta access message content and prompting mixed reactions from child protection and privacy groups.
#follower-counts
Social media marketing
fromMiami Herald
3 days ago

Instagram Follower Loss: Why Millions of Followers Disappeared Overnight

Instagram removed followers from inactive accounts as part of a routine process, leaving active followers unaffected and restoring verified suspended accounts.
Social media marketing
fromMen's Journal
3 days ago

Instagram Follower Loss: Why Millions of Followers Disappeared Overnight

Instagram removed followers from some accounts during routine removal of inactive accounts, leaving active followers unaffected and restoring suspended accounts after verification.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
3 days ago

LinkedIn Vs Instagram For Business Growth And Client Acquisition

Instagram drives reach and discovery while LinkedIn drives high-intent audiences and decision-making, so choose the platform that matches your strengths.
fromJezebel
3 days ago

Zoe Kravitz Called Out Her Ex...Employer

Since she was spotted walking around London with a huge diamond ring on her ring finger, Zoë Kravitz has not known peace. For the next week following the outing, the sharks (like yours truly) were circling to see if it could really be true: Could Kravitz and Harry Styles really be engaged after eight months of dating? The next week, it was confirmed. And since then, Kravitz has gone out of her way to avoid being the subject of more engagement fodder.
London music
#zee-entertainment
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

Exclusive-India's Zee sues Nykaa over alleged copyright misuse of songs on Instagram reels

fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

Exclusive-India's Zee sues Nykaa over alleged copyright misuse of songs on Instagram reels

fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

Exclusive-India's Zee sues Nykaa over alleged copyright misuse of songs on Instagram reels

fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

Exclusive-India's Zee sues Nykaa over alleged copyright misuse of songs on Instagram reels

fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

Exclusive-India's Zee sues Nykaa over alleged copyright misuse of songs on Instagram reels

fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

Exclusive-India's Zee sues Nykaa over alleged copyright misuse of songs on Instagram reels

fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

Exclusive-India's Zee sues Nykaa over alleged copyright misuse of songs on Instagram reels

fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

Exclusive-India's Zee sues Nykaa over alleged copyright misuse of songs on Instagram reels

fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

Exclusive-India's Zee sues Nykaa over alleged copyright misuse of songs on Instagram reels

fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

Exclusive-India's Zee sues Nykaa over alleged copyright misuse of songs on Instagram reels

fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

Exclusive-India's Zee sues Nykaa over alleged copyright misuse of songs on Instagram reels

fromMiami Herald
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

Exclusive-India's Zee sues Nykaa over alleged copyright misuse of songs on Instagram reels

Social media marketing
fromInman
1 week ago

Instagram cracks down, Meta doubles down, Vine comes back

Instagram is prioritizing original content over reposts, impacting real estate professionals' content strategies.
Social media marketing
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Instagram is testing optional 'AI creator' labels - Engadget

Instagram is testing optional labels for creators to identify as 'AI creators' to enhance transparency around AI-generated content.
#algorithm-update
Social media marketing
fromCNET
1 week ago

Instagram Cracks Down on Accounts That Mostly Post Unoriginal Content

Instagram is enforcing originality guidelines to limit aggregator accounts that share unoriginal content without meaningful alterations.
Social media marketing
fromPhys
1 week ago

Japanese Instagram ads reveal product-specific words that lift click-through rates

Ad copy strategies should be tailored to product categories for effective Instagram advertising.
Social media marketing
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

They're using my images to sell products': Influencers angry with Instagram over the new feature

Instagram uses influencers' images to sell unrelated products without their consent, leading to potential profit loss for creators.
#content-creation
Social media marketing
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Instagram says it doesn't want your tweet round ups

The platform is enforcing stricter rules against reuploaded content to prioritize original creators and limit the reach of unoriginal accounts.
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
Social media marketing

Instagram cracks down on content aggregators | TechCrunch

Instagram will limit recommendations for accounts that primarily repost others' content to promote originality and credit creators of original work.
Social media marketing
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Instagram says it doesn't want your tweet round ups

The platform is enforcing stricter rules against reuploaded content to prioritize original creators and limit the reach of unoriginal accounts.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Instagram cracks down on content aggregators | TechCrunch

Instagram will limit recommendations for accounts that primarily repost others' content to promote originality and credit creators of original work.
LA food
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

3 Cooks Stanley Tucci Recommends If You Enjoy Watching Content Like His - Tasting Table

Stanley Tucci highlights three culinary content creators he admires on Instagram, showcasing their unique cooking styles and contributions to the culinary world.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

These Are the Best Places in the U.S. to Catch a Sunset

San Diego is recognized as the top destination for sunsets, supported by extensive Instagram activity and favorable environmental conditions.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

There's a new ugly little toy winning the internet

Raoul wants to encourage people to step away from their screens and into the real world, inspired by Emy's adventures in the great outdoors.
Social media marketing
#social-media
Mental health
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health

Most teens report social media apps like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat do not harm their mental health, but some experience negative effects on sleep and productivity.
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
1 month ago

They Knew, They Didn't Care, & We Are All Paying For It

Social media platforms like Instagram have been found liable for mental health damage to young users, with internal documents revealing harmful strategies targeting teens.
Mental health
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Most US teens say TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat aren't hurting (or helping) their mental health

Most teens report social media apps like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat do not harm their mental health, but some experience negative effects on sleep and productivity.
Social media marketing
fromHer Campus
1 month ago

They Knew, They Didn't Care, & We Are All Paying For It

Social media platforms like Instagram have been found liable for mental health damage to young users, with internal documents revealing harmful strategies targeting teens.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

A star reborn: America's sweetheart' Sandra Bullock returns to the spotlight

Sandra Bullock's arrival on Instagram last week says anything, it's that the Oscar-winning actor once routinely dubbed America's sweetheart is ready to embrace the spotlight again.
Film
fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Instagram has launched another Snapchat clone

The app, called 'Instants,' allows users to send each other disappearing photos that are available for 24 hours and can be viewed only once during that window.
Mobile UX
#instants
Photography
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Instagram tests a new 'Instants' app for sharing disappearing photos | TechCrunch

Instagram is testing a new app called Instants for sharing disappearing photos that focus on real-life snapshots and casual connections.
Photography
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Instagram tests a new 'Instants' app for sharing disappearing photos | TechCrunch

Instagram is testing a new app called Instants for sharing disappearing photos that focus on real-life snapshots and casual connections.
Paris food
fromTODAY.com
2 weeks ago

Prince Louis is 8 Years Old (And All Grown Up!) in New Birthday Photo

Prince Louis celebrated his 8th birthday with a new photo and video shared by his family on Instagram.
Social media marketing
fromSilicon Canals
2 weeks ago

Psychology says the people who look the wealthiest on Instagram often aren't the ones with money, they're the ones who got trapped in a performance they can't figure out how to stop without admitting who they've quietly become - Silicon Canals

Instagram serves as a stage for performance rather than a window into real lives, often trapping users in a cycle of impression management.
#subscription-service
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 month ago
Social media marketing

Instagram tests a feature to let you see your ex's Stories without a trace and it's going to cost you

Instagram is testing a subscription service offering stealth viewing of Stories and other premium features to enhance user experience.
Photography
fromMashable
3 weeks ago

Why Instagram was turning some users' photos black and white

Instagram users experienced a bug causing color photos to upload as black and white, which has since been confirmed and fixed by Instagram.
Photography
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Instagram says a bug turned your photos black and white

Instagram confirmed a bug caused HDR photos to appear in black and white, but the issue has been corrected.
Social media marketing
fromMashable
3 weeks ago

TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat: Teens share which app affects sleep most

TikTok is perceived by teens as a major distraction, negatively impacting sleep and productivity more than Instagram and Snapchat.
fromArtnet News
3 weeks ago

Painting Has Entered Its Performance Era | Artnet News

Much of Instagram's video content is organized around transformation-the virtual magic of the before-and-after and clips that show cause and effect. A person makes pasta from scratch in 20 seconds via edits that compress time-intensive labor.
Arts
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Kacey Musgraves Shares Video of "Craziest UFO Orb Experience"

Kacey Musgraves described her experience with three bright, color-changing orbs that flew in shifting formations, stating they were 'not moving like any craft that we can control.'
OMG science
#comment-editing
Privacy professionals
fromBloomberglaw
1 month ago

Instagram Promotes Explicit Content to Teens, Iowa AG Suit Says

Meta Platforms Inc. is being sued for falsely advertising Instagram as safe for teenagers despite harmful content being accessible.
MMA
fromCageside Press
1 month ago

Azamat Murzakanov Says Brazilian Fans Are Rooting for Him Ahead of UFC 327

Murzakanov humorously addresses his Instagram followers and Brazilian support ahead of UFC 327 fight against Costa.
Social media marketing
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Instagram expands its movie inspired content restriction for teens internationally | TechCrunch

Instagram is implementing stricter content restrictions for teen accounts globally, focusing on reducing exposure to harmful themes.
#subscription
Social media marketing
fromInc
1 month ago

Meta Is Testing a Paid Instagram Plan That Could Reveal Who Rewatches Your Stories

Meta is testing an Instagram subscription plan called Instagram Plus to enhance user experience and diversify revenue.
Social media marketing
fromInc
1 month ago

Meta Is Testing a Paid Instagram Plan That Could Reveal Who Rewatches Your Stories

Meta is testing an Instagram subscription plan called Instagram Plus to enhance user experience and diversify revenue.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
1 month ago

Instagram Plus lets your stories last longer for a monthly fee

Instagram is testing a Plus subscription service in select markets with exclusive features for a monthly fee.
Photography
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Erin O'Connor says Instagram removed her pregnancy photo for nudity breach

Instagram removed a photo of pregnant model Erin O'Connor for breaching nudity guidelines, sparking concerns over double standards in content moderation.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Why Young People Are Embracing Kennedy's Make America Healthy Again' Lifestyle

I had really bad gut issues when I was younger. I was crying every day, and it felt like all the foods I ate were destroying my body. Doctors diagnosed me with I.B.S. but told me there wasn't much they could do.
Mental health
Social media marketing
fromVariety
1 month ago

Instagram to Sell Reels Ads for Viral TV and Movies Content, 'Cultural Moments' Like NFL Games and Black Friday

Instagram is enhancing Reels ads to capitalize on viral moments and cultural events for marketers.
Education
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Teen given 10-year contact ban after 'extremely threatening' harassment of teacher and discovery of hundreds of abuse images

A teenage girl harassed a teacher with altered images and possessed hundreds of child pornography pictures, avoiding a custodial sentence.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Instagram, YouTube found liable in lawsuit alleging they were designed to addict kids

Instagram and YouTube were found liable for contributing to a Chico woman's addiction, resulting in a $3 million damages award.
fromRobb Report
1 month ago

This New N.Y.C. Car Show Celebrates Modern Classics to Attract a New Generation of Collectors

"I started Wheels of NYC as an Instagram page of parked cars in the city. No events, only photos."
NYC food
fromDigiday
1 month ago

What happens when agency execs negotiate against AI agents

The interactive game created to test AI agents in advertising negotiations revealed that these agents could represent both buyers and sellers effectively, showcasing their potential in the industry.
Marketing tech
fromVulture
1 month ago

Are You Following Ann Dowd on Instagram?

Hello Instagram and cheers everyone! It's me, Ann. Love to you all ... and wondering how I got here!?
Social media marketing
London food
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago

Where the Chefs Eat: Insta-chef Xavier Bramble's favourite restaurants in London, from Ethiopian to Persian

Xavier Bramble transformed from a psychology student to a successful chef and cookbook author through self-taught cooking during lockdown.
Pets
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Meet Henry: Brooklyn corgi with rare coat gains following on social media * Brooklyn Paper

A corgi named Henry, adopted in 2019, gained popularity on Instagram, attracting over 22,000 followers and securing brand partnerships.
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Sam Smith, on the Way Out of Town, Declares Lovely's a '10 Out of 10 Burger'

Now that Smith's five-week residency at the Castro Theatre has just wrapped, they called on fans to recommend the best smashburger in the Bay, and the answer they received was Lovely's, which has locations in Cole Valley and in Oakland. In the video below, shot on top of the Castro marquee, we see Smith laying out a bevy of delights from Lovely's, including several hot dogs, chili cheese fries, and apparently every burger on the menu.
Silicon Valley food
fromwww.nydailynews.com
2 months ago

Rihanna sparks new music buzz with recording session video

I still have to go to the studio after this and I have to make a Mardi Gras costume for my son after the studio. Longest day ever. Just after 2:30 a.m., Rihanna can be seen hard at work in the studio, with the session going on well past 5 a.m.
Music
Public health
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Zuckerberg grilled in court over social media harms on teens | TechCrunch

Meta research found parental supervision often fails to prevent teen compulsive social-media use; Instagram features and growth goals may increase youth harm.
Public health
fromTODAY.com
2 months ago

Mark Zuckerberg Grilled About Underage Instagram Users, Social Media Addiction During Landmark Trial

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg denies Instagram is designed to addict young users, saying the company prioritizes a sustainable community over maximizing user time.
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