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Facebook and Instagram appear to be down
Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp experienced widespread outages this morning, affecting many users. The cause of the service disruption for Meta Platforms' social media and messaging applications is currently unknown.
You can personalize your Instagram algorithm now — unless you want to see more posts from accounts you follow
Instagram has introduced new features allowing users to personalize their main feed algorithm. This update enables users to have more control over the content they see, though it may limit the visibility of posts from accounts they already follow.
Instagram finally lets you reorder posts on your grid
Instagram has introduced a new feature allowing users to reorder posts on their profile grid. This update provides users with greater control over the visual presentation of their content on the platform.
The Instagram Plus subscription has officially launched
Instagram has officially launched its new subscription service, Instagram Plus. This paid tier offers users tools designed to help them reach broader or more targeted audiences on the platform.
Dulu Akrab, Model Ini Tak Diundang Taylor Swift ke Nikahannya
Model Keleigh Sperry and her husband Miles Teller are reportedly not invited to Taylor Swift's wedding to Travis Kelce, despite Sperry and Swift's past closeness. This follows rumors of tension between the couples, with Sperry and Teller last seen with Swift at the Super Bowl in February 2024. The article also touches on other celebrity guests like Blake Lively, Zoë Kravitz, and Karlie Kloss, with Swift reportedly being selective about her wedding attendees.
Instagram tests new limits on what types of posts teens can 'repeatedly' see
Instagram is testing new restrictions on the types of posts teens can repeatedly see, focusing on content related to body image and mental health. These measures aim to create a safer online environment for younger users.
Evening Metaverse
Meta is introducing 'Plus' subscription features to Instagram and Facebook, mirroring a strategy previously implemented by Snapchat. These new features aim to offer enhanced functionalities and benefits to users who subscribe.
Sunday Mobilization
Instagram has launched a new app called Instants, which is described as a clone of Snapchat. The app appears to be designed for sharing ephemeral content, often referred to as 'thirst traps'.
Instagram debuts a new disappearing-photo app called Instants
Instagram has launched a new photo-sharing application called Instants. The app is designed for sharing candid, in-the-moment snapshots.
Ini Alasan Erin Masih Pakai Nama Taulany di Instagram
Erin Wartia Trigina, formerly married to Andre Taulany, explained her continued use of the Taulany surname on Instagram, citing a lengthy process with Meta for name change requests initiated in September. Her lawyer, Sunan Kalijaga, corroborated this, stating platform validation takes time. Both Erin and Andre Taulany have publicly stated they have no remaining personal relationship and wish not to be associated, especially amidst a legal dispute involving a former household assistant.
Instagram is testing optional 'AI creator' labels
Instagram is testing an optional label for accounts that frequently use generative AI in their content creation. The platform is encouraging its use but not mandating it for all AI-generated posts.
Ahmad Dhani Datangi Polisi setelah Instagramnya Hilang
Musician Ahmad Dhani visited the police after his Instagram account disappeared, suspecting a targeted takedown rather than mass reporting. He consulted with cyber experts and reported the issue to Instagram, believing a powerful entity was involved. Dhani suggested his recent posts, including one featuring his daughter Shafeea, might have been perceived as threatening by some, leading to an attempt to silence him.
The Morning After: Instagram will try to penalize 'unoriginal' posts
Instagram is reportedly testing a new policy to penalize 'unoriginal' content, such as reposts or content aggregated from other sources. This move aims to prioritize original creations within the platform's feed.
The FTC says Americans lost at least $2.1 billion to social media scams in 2025
Americans lost at least $2.1 billion to social media scams in 2025, an eightfold increase since 2020, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Investment and shopping scams were prevalent, with Facebook being the primary platform, followed by WhatsApp and Instagram. The FBI also reported significant losses to internet-related crimes, including cryptocurrency and AI scams.
Turkey wants to ban social media for kids under 15
The Turkish parliament has passed a bill that would ban children under 15 from using social media, requiring platforms to implement age verification and parental controls. The legislation also impacts online gaming companies, with potential penalties for non-compliance. This move follows similar regulatory trends in other countries like Greece, Austria, and Australia.
Instagram says a bug turned your photos black and white
Instagram has confirmed a bug that caused some HDR photos to incorrectly appear as black-and-white for a subset of users. The Meta-owned app stated that the technical issue has since been corrected and affected photos will revert to their original colors automatically over the next few hours.
Sakit Hati Dituding Gagal Oplas, Rossa Somasi Puluhan Akun Medsos
Singer Rossa's management has issued a legal notice to dozens of social media accounts accused of spreading defamatory content and manipulating videos and photos of the artist. The legal team is demanding the removal of the content and public apologies within 24 hours, threatening legal action under Indonesia's Electronic Information and Transactions Law if the demands are not met.
Majority of Australian kids are still on banned social media platforms, study finds
A study by the Molly Rose Foundation found that 61% of Australian children aged 12-15 continue to use social media platforms banned for their age group, questioning the effectiveness of the country's new regulations. Many children reported easily bypassing the ban, and the Australian government is investigating platforms like TikTok and Meta for non-compliance, with potential penalties up to A$49.5 million.
Meta's latest creator push comes with $3,000 bonuses for posting on Facebook
Meta has launched a new "Creator Fast Track" program offering bonuses up to $3,000 per month to lure popular creators from platforms like TikTok and YouTube to post on Facebook. The initiative aims to boost Meta's Content Monetization program, with bonuses lasting for three months and intended to offset the initial effort of joining a new platform.
Evening Safety Dance
Meta is reportedly ending end-to-end encryption for Instagram direct messages soon. Separately, a credential-stealing group has been observed spoofing Ivanti, Fortinet, and Cisco VPNs to compromise user data.