Instagram: News
Instagram is a Facebook-owned social media platform that focuses on image sharing. The platform was released in October 2010 by Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger. In April 2012, the platform was acquired by Facebook for just $1 billion in cash and stock. As of 2018, Instagram was valued at approximately $100 billion. The platform is accessible on Android, iOS, Windows, and via a website in 32 languages. Instagram originally supported posting images only. Now, it allows users to post ephemeral content in the form of Stories (just like Snapchat), short-format video content (Reels), long-form videos (IGTV), and video posts. The platform sees millions of posts and stories uploaded each day with the most-like post of all time being a picture of an egg. The egg got around 55 million likes to supersede a record of 18 million likes on a post by American celebrity Kylie Jenner. Instagram is monetized via in-app advertising just like Facebook. Advertisements can be seen between stories, reels, and posts on the main feed. Instagram also allows users to call and message each other individually or in groups using a direct message feature called DMs.
26 Apr 2024
MetaThreads's new feature lets you filter offensive words and emojis
Threads is set to improve user experience with the launch of an automatic filtering feature called 'Hidden Words.'
23 Apr 2024
MetaInstagram is profiting from ads promoting nonconsensual nude image creation
Instagram, a Meta subsidiary, is profiting from advertisements that encourage the creation of nonconsensual nude images through AI-powered apps.
23 Apr 2024
Kim KardashianKim Kardashian loses 120K followers! Blame it on Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift's 11th studio album, The Tortured Poets Department was anticipated to address her past flames, but it was Kim Kardashian who found herself at the center of the storm.
23 Apr 2024
AndroidWhatsApp's new feature will let you share files without internet
WhatsApp is reportedly developing a new feature that will allow users to share files without an internet connection.
17 Apr 2024
Adil Hussain'Ulajh' teaser: Janhvi Kapoor ready to pay price of deception
The official teaser for the highly anticipated political thriller, Ulajh, starring Janhvi Kapoor, was released on Wednesday.
16 Apr 2024
MetaZuckerberg dodges personal liability in Meta addiction lawsuits in US
Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta Platforms Inc., has successfully avoided personal liability in approximately two dozen lawsuits.
16 Apr 2024
Artificial Intelligence and Machine LearningFirst-ever AI beauty pageant to crown winner with $13K prize
The world is about to witness history in the making with the announcement of the first-ever beauty pageant dedicated to artificial intelligence (AI) models and influencers!
15 Apr 2024
WhatsAppWhatsApp status updates will soon be shareable on Instagram
WhatsApp is developing a new feature that will allow users to share their status updates directly on Instagram, according to WABteaInfo.
12 Apr 2024
TechnologyInstagram brings status update feature to user profiles
Instagram is amplifying the visibility of its status update feature, Notes, within the app.
12 Apr 2024
MetaInstagram trials new auto image-blurring feature to combat sextortion
Instagram is set to test a new facility aimed at tackling sextortion on its platform.
09 Apr 2024
TikTokTikTok to challenge Instagram with its photo-sharing app TikTok Notes
TikTok is set to take on Instagram's dominance in the photo-sharing app market with its new platform, TikTok Notes.
08 Apr 2024
United States of AmericaUber Eats introduces TikTok-inspired video feed for food discovery
Uber Eats is introducing a short-form video feed, similar to the popular social media platform TikTok, with the aim of enhancing food discovery.
31 Mar 2024
SpotifyInstagram's 'Blend' feature recommends Reels for you and your bestie
Instagram is currently developing a new feature called "Blend," aimed at creating a private feed of recommended Reels for users and their friends.
26 Mar 2024
FloridaUS Governor DeSantis mandates parental consent for kids on internet
Florida's Governor, Ron DeSantis, has put into effect House Bill 3 (HB 3), a law that tightens the rules around social media use for those under 16 years of age.
25 Mar 2024
Social MediaAnjali Chakra-Sufi Malik part ways after 5yrs: Their relationship timeline
Anjali Chakra and Sufi Malik, popular social media influencers based in New York City, have decided to part ways after a five-year relationship.
25 Mar 2024
Selena GomezSelena Gomez sparks fan outrage with her quick post-and-delete
Selena Gomez sparked a frenzy on social media when she briefly shared two bold images on her Instagram account on Sunday evening.
23 Mar 2024
Arbaaz KhanArhaan Khan announces debut podcast, special guest Salman Khan joins
A new starkid is stepping into the limelight.
19 Mar 2024
FacebookMeta proposes lower subscription fees for ad-free Facebook, Instagram
Meta is planning a significant reduction in its monthly subscription charges for Facebook and Instagram in response to privacy and antitrust regulator concerns.
18 Mar 2024
Ammy Virk'Good or bad news': Vicky-Triptii-Ammy tease announcement of upcoming romcom
Vicky Kaushal and Triptii Dimri have become household names with their respective works and now they are set to star in a romantic comedy.
15 Mar 2024
MetaCritics miffed as Meta restricts access to content monitoring tool
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has announced plans to replace its data tool, CrowdTangle, with a new one named Meta Content Library this August.
12 Mar 2024
MetaMeta's Ray-Ban smart glasses can now recognize landmarks
Meta's latest generation of Ray-Ban smart glasses now have the ability to recognize landmarks, thanks to a new beta update.
09 Mar 2024
ThreadsThreads now lets users save drafts, take photos within app
Threads has introduced new features, including the ability to save drafts and take photos within the app.
05 Mar 2024
FacebookFacebook, Instagram, and Threads face global outage
Meta's popular platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, are facing technical glitches, leaving many users unable to access their accounts.
05 Mar 2024
MetaInstagram now allows you to edit DMs: How it works
Meta has rolled out a new update for Instagram, giving users the ability to edit their direct messages (DMs) within 15 minutes of sending them.
05 Mar 2024
GooglePixel smartphones now support Instagram's Ultra-HDR photos, next-gen call screening
Google's Pixel devices, such as Pixel 7 and Pixel 8 series models, along with Pixel Fold, can now upload and view Ultra HDR photos and videos on Instagram.
27 Feb 2024
Kim KardashianKim Kardashian criticized for sharing wrong picture of death-row prisoner
Kim Kardashian, the reality TV star with 364M Instagram followers, recently faced criticism for mistakenly posting a wrong picture while highlighting a legal case.
27 Feb 2024
MakeupMaster lip liner with this guide to the perfect pout
Lip liner has become a beauty essential, transforming ordinary lips into extraordinary pouts.
27 Feb 2024
MetaInstagram will soon show where your besties are hanging out
Instagram is developing a 'Friend Map' feature that will allow users to view their friends' real-time locations, according to a Meta spokesperson.
26 Feb 2024
Karan JoharKaran Johar hints at next directorial during Instagram live
Amid his current focus on the impending release of his next production, Yodha, starring Sidharth Malhotra, Karan Johar took a moment from his busy schedule to connect with fans.
16 Feb 2024
MetaMeta charging 30% fee on boosted posts in iOS apps
Meta has announced that starting later this month, advertisers will face a 30% fee when boosting the visibility of their posts, on Facebook and Instagram's iOS apps.
11 Feb 2024
MetaInstagram, Threads to soon limit political content recommendations
American technology conglomerate Meta has announced that Instagram and Threads will no longer suggest political content to users unless they specifically choose to see the same.
09 Feb 2024
TechnologyInstagram is developing an AI-assisted messaging feature: What to expect
Instagram, a Meta-owned social media platform, is reportedly developing a feature that will use artificial intelligence (AI) to assist users in composing messages.
07 Feb 2024
MetaMeta to label AI-generated images across Facebook, Instagram, and Threads
Meta is stepping up its game to help users spot AI-generated images on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Threads.
02 Feb 2024
MetaMeta shares surge as Q4 revenue jumps 25% to $40bn
Meta Platforms, the company behind Facebook and Instagram, has posted a 25% revenue increase, reaching $40.1 billion for the quarter ending December 31.
31 Jan 2024
Music IndustryMelinda Wilson, 'savior' of musician-husband Brian Wilson's mental illness, dies
Melinda Wilson, wife of the Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson, died on Tuesday (local time). She was 77.
26 Jan 2024
MetaInstagram's Flipside lets you create 'Finsta' account for close friends
Instagram is testing a new feature called 'Flipside' that lets users create a private side to their profile for sharing personal content with close friends.
25 Jan 2024
MetaMeta introduces new safety measures for minors on Instagram, Facebook
Meta is taking steps to enhance the safety of young users on Instagram and Facebook Messenger.
24 Jan 2024
MetaMeta neglected children's safety on its platforms, claims whistleblower
Arturo Béjar, a former Meta senior engineer, asserts that the company hasn't done enough to shield young users from harmful content following Molly Russell's tragic death in the UK.
22 Jan 2024
MetaMeta to let EU users unlink Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger
Meta is making some changes for European Union (EU) users ahead of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) implementation in March.
19 Jan 2024
Meta100K children being sexually harassed daily on Facebook, Instagram
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, is facing allegations that around 100,000 children using its platforms encounter online sexual harassment daily.
19 Jan 2024
Health & WellnessFSSAI gives tips on how you can reduce oil consumption
Recently, the Food Safety & Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) posted a video on Instagram that offers some doable tips on how you can reduce your daily oil intake at home.
18 Jan 2024
SamsungSamsung Galaxy S24 first to upload HDR photos on Instagram
Samsung's Galaxy S24 series is making waves as the first smartphones to allow HDR photo uploads on Instagram.
13 Jan 2024
MetaInstagram co-founders' Artifact news app shutting down soon: Here's why
Artifact, a US-based news aggregation app-turned-social network launched by Instagram co-founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger, is shutting down.
10 Jan 2024
MetaLawsuit alleges Meta runs content sexualizing minors besides corporate ads
Facebook and Instagram are facing accusations of profiting from corporate ads placed next to content, that may promote child sexual exploitation.
07 Jan 2024
ThreadsInstagram boss apologizes for irrelevant, hateful recommendations on Threads
Over the last few weeks, Threads has flooded user feeds with low-quality recommendations, including irrelevant content, engagement baits, and even hate speech, particularly transphobic posts.
04 Jan 2024
Hollywood'The Social Network' to 'Unfriended': Hollywood movies on social media
In the world of ever-evolving sources of communication and connectivity, Hollywood has embraced the pervasive influence of social media, weaving captivating narratives around the digital age.
29 Dec 2023
MetaBest Instagram updates that caught our attention in 2023
In 2023, Instagram rolled out a variety of new features and updates to boost user experience and cater to content creators, and users alike.
27 Dec 2023
Telugu FilmsTollywood: Director Naveen Medaram addresses 'Devil' controversy; pens emotional note
Naveen Medaram—the director initially in charge of Nandamuri Kalyan Ram's upcoming Telugu film Devil—has finally spoken up about the controversy surrounding the movie.
19 Dec 2023
WhatsAppWhatsApp will soon let you share statuses to Instagram
WhatsApp is gearing up to introduce a new feature that will allow users to share their status updates directly to Instagram, as reported by WABetaInfo.
17 Dec 2023
Alia BhattAlia Bhatt shares daughter Raha's nicknames, talks about separation anxiety
Alia Bhatt held an AMA (ask me anything) session on Instagram on Sunday, where she discussed several things with her fans. She also unveiled some never-seen-before photos.
14 Dec 2023
MetaInstagram makes it easier to remove fake followers: Here's how
Meta is introducing new tools on Instagram to help users take control of spam and bot content on their feeds.
13 Dec 2023
MetaHow Meta's fact-checking program will work on Threads
Meta is gearing up to launch its fact-checking program on the Threads platform, ahead of the major elections in the US and India next year.
09 Dec 2023
Indian GovernmentOver 36,800 URLs blocked by Indian government since 2018
Over the past five years, the Indian government has blocked a whopping 36,838 URLs, as revealed by Minister of State for IT Rajeev Chandrasekhar.
07 Dec 2023
RelationshipsSoft launching your partner and ways to do it
Sharing your budding relationship online can be a delicate process, especially when still in the exploratory phase.
05 Dec 2023
MetaMeta to discontinue cross-messaging between Instagram and Facebook: Here's why
Meta has decided to discontinue the feature that lets users chat with Facebook friends on Instagram. The change will come into effect later this month.
03 Dec 2023
WhatsAppWhatsApp to soon let users share statuses directly to Instagram
WhatsApp has constantly been exploring innovative methods for users to share status updates on various platforms.
02 Dec 2023
MetaMeta platforms failing to stop child abuse content, says report
Meta has reportedly dedicated months to addressing child safety issues on its platforms, Instagram and Facebook. However, it is still encountering challenges in preventing its own systems from promoting an extensive network of accounts associated with pedophilia.
28 Nov 2023
MetaInstagram promotes child-sexualizing reels to followers of teen influencers: Report
Instagram's Reels feature has come under fire for allegedly showing explicit content, including "risqué footage of children" and adult videos, to accounts that followed young influencers, according to an investigation by The Wall Street Journal (WSJ).
27 Nov 2023
MetaMeta intentionally made social media addictive for children: Court documents
Meta Platforms, the company behind Facebook, is facing allegations of intentionally designing its social media platforms to be addictive for children, according to a legal complaint unsealed recently and reported by The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times.
26 Nov 2023
MetaMeta accused of targeting under-13s, deceiving public about age-verification measures
A freshly unsealed complaint in a lawsuit against Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has claimed it knowingly allowed and even pursued children under 13 to use its platforms.
