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Instagram Launches Restyle AI Feature to Enhance Stories with Creative Edits

1 days ago

Instagram now offers a Meta AI-powered restyle feature for Stories, allowing users to edit photos and videos by adding, removing, or changing elements. Users can apply preset effects or create detailed prompts to customize visuals. The feature supports creativity with options like changing backgrounds or styles and includes Add Yours stickers to start or join trends. Edits are easy, free, and shareable in Stories or DMs.

YouTube Introduces Likeness Detection Tool for Facial Recognition in Videos

3 days ago

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YouTube is launching a likeness detection tool for creators to upload their facial image to identify unauthorized uses, including AI deepfakes. This requires a face scan and government ID for verification within YouTube Studio. Privacy concerns arise from storing facial data on Google’s servers. While it helps manage likeness, it may not be fully reliable, as some instances could be missed. Testing is ongoing, with plans for wider rollout.

Automate Meta Ads Creative Generation and Uploading

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Markifact automates the creation and uploading of Meta ads using AI. Users generate custom visuals and matching ad copy by writing detailed prompts and uploading reference images. Ads are uploaded in a paused status for review before going live. This tool allows for quick creation of multiple ad variations, adaptation to market trends, and scaling of campaigns without needing extensive design or copywriting resources.

WhatsApp limits messages to unknown users to curb spam and improve experience

4 days ago

WhatsApp is addressing spam by limiting how many messages users and businesses can send to unknown people without a response. All messages to others count against this monthly limit unless replied to. The exact limit is still being tested. Users nearing the limit will get a warning to avoid being blocked. This aims to reduce spam without affecting average users, especially in markets like India where WhatsApp is widely used.

X Revamps API Pricing for More Flexible Developer Access

4 days ago

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X has updated its API pricing to provide more flexible access for developers, moving to a usage-based model instead of a flat fee. This includes fewer rate limits and a new dashboard for cost estimates. Selected developers can apply for a beta program with a $500 voucher. However, the new pricing may not significantly lower costs, as the basic package appears more expensive than before. Overall, X aims to attract back developers who left due to prior price hikes.

Meta Enhances AI Safety for Teens and Empowers Parents with New Tools

5 days ago

YouTube rolls out new mental health support tools built for teens

10 days ago

YouTube

YouTube is launching mental health tools and content for teens on topics like depression, anxiety, ADHD, and eating disorders. Partnering with experts and organizations, it offers credible, age-appropriate videos in several countries. The initiative aims to provide trusted information and support on a platform teens use, with policies to protect users and promote safe exploration of health and wellbeing topics.

Instagram Revamps Teen Accounts with PG-13 Guidelines and New Parental Controls

10 days ago

Instagram

Instagram is updating Teen Accounts to align with PG-13 movie ratings, ensuring age-appropriate content for users under 18. Teens will default to a 13+ setting, needing parental consent to change it. New controls include a stricter 'Limited Content' option for more filtering. Age prediction technology will help enforce these guidelines and block inappropriate content. Parent feedback influenced these changes, which will be rolled out gradually.

Facebook Revives Local Jobs Feature for Easier Job Searches in the US

11 days ago

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Facebook is bringing back its jobs feature to help people in the US find local employment. Users can connect with entry-level, trade, and service jobs in their communities. Job listings are public for adults 18 and older and can be accessed through a Marketplace tab, Groups, and Pages. Employers can create listings easily, and users can contact them via Messenger. Facebook also provides personalized job recommendations based on browsing history.

Facebook to retire Gaming Creator Program in 2026 ending partner support

15 days ago

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Facebook is ending its Gaming Creator Program in 2026, with dedicated partner support ending on October 31, 2025. Creators can still use monetization tools until the program ends and are encouraged to explore other earning options like Content Monetization and Facebook Subscriptions. The program helped creators build careers and communities through live streaming on Facebook Gaming.