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Meta introduces new AI safeguards to protect teens from harmful conversations

Meta is strengthening AI safeguards to prevent teens from discussing self-harm and other sensitive topics with chatbots on Instagram and Facebook.

Instagram introduces retention metrics to help creators improve Reels performance

Instagram introduces retention and skip rate metrics for Reels, enabling creators to track viewer engagement and enhance content performance.

Meta introduces an AI dubbing tool for Instagram and Facebook videos

Meta rolls out an AI dubbing tool for Instagram and Facebook reels, starting with English-Spanish translations for eligible creators.

Southeast Asia drives US$42B surge in social commerce adoption

Southeast Asia is leading a US$42B social commerce boom as TikTok, Meta, and YouTube turn content into seamless shopping.

TikTok trials new ‘bulletin boards’ to rival Instagram’s broadcast channels

TikTok is testing bulletin boards, a new feature similar to Instagram's broadcast channels, for direct creator-to-fan updates.

Instagram users voice frustration over sudden account bans, suspect AI is behind the issue

Instagram users report sudden bans and no replies to appeals, and they suspect AI is wrongly flagging accounts as Meta stays silent.

Instagram now lets you post 3:4 photos without cropping

Instagram now supports 3:4 photo uploads, letting your pictures appear full-size without cropping for a better photo-sharing experience.

Meta’s Oversight Board asks for clarity on new hate speech rules

Meta’s Oversight Board is urging more transparency on hate speech policy changes and urging the company to protect vulnerable users.

Meta steps up AI age checks on Instagram to protect teens

Meta adds AI tools to find underage Instagram users and apply teen safety settings, even if their accounts list an adult age.

Instagram improves its search features to keep up with TikTok

Instagram is improving search to better compete with TikTok. It will focus on content discovery and smarter suggestions based on user comments.

Instagram introduces new speed-up feature for Reels

Instagram now lets you watch Reels at double speed, just like TikTok. The new feature helps you get through longer videos faster and easier.

Instagram partners with schools to tackle online bullying and student safety

Instagram launches a new programme for schools, giving educators priority in reporting online bullying and safety concerns for quicker action.