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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.
4 AI tools that turn pets into comedy stars
An AI app that generates funny animal speeches for pet videos is the fastest way to turn a plain dog or cat clip into a shareable comedy post.
Your public posts power Meta's new AI Mode on Facebook
Meta has launched a new feature called "AI Mode" on Facebook.
UK bans social media for under-16s
The UK government has announced a ban on social media platforms for children under the age of 16.
KEM Hospital student sent on leave over 'male corpses' joke
Sejal Pawar, a final-year MBBS student at Mumbai's KEM Hospital, has been placed on a 15-day forced leave.
'Lapse in judgment': Pranit More apologizes over '₹370 biryani' controversy
Stand-up comedian Pranit More has issued an apology over the recent "₹370 biryani" controversy.
Instagram down! Users reporting app crashes, DM issues, login problems
Instagram appears to be facing a widespread outage, with users reporting app crashes, login troubles, and timeline access issues.
Meta's Edits app gets AI assistant to brainstorm content ideas
Meta has announced major upgrades for its video-editing app, Edits. The updates were revealed at an exclusive creator event in Los Angeles.
Snapchat restricts underage users from sharing Spotlight posts publicly
Snapchat is tightening its content control measures to protect underage users from potential doxxing.
You can now tell Instagram's algorithm what to show you
Instagram is introducing a new feature, "Your Algorithm," to give users more control over their main feed.
Your searches on other websites will shape your Instagram feed
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has announced a major update in its content personalization strategy.
Cockroach Janata Party to protest in Pune, demands Pradhan's resignation
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) has announced a protest in Pune on June 11, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Instagram now lets you rearrange posts on your profile
Instagram has finally rolled out the long-awaited feature to rearrange posts on user profiles.
BTS now has 80M followers across 4 different platforms!
BTS has made history by becoming the first and only artist to surpass 80 million followers on four major digital platforms simultaneously.
Instagram Reels: Most popular content categories among Indian users
A recent study commissioned by Meta has revealed the most popular content categories among Indian users of Instagram Reels.
Meta's future AI models to focus on consumer health
Meta Platforms Inc.'s Chief AI Officer, Alexandr Wang, has revealed that the company's future artificial intelligence (AI) models will focus on consumer health.
Meta's own watchdog flags transparency gaps in account bans
Meta's independent Oversight Board has flagged concerns over the company's account deactivation practices.
Google lets popular creators build custom search result pages
Google has introduced a new feature called "Search Profiles," allowing popular creators and publishers in the US to customize their search result pages.
Instagram warns users after hackers exploit chatbot to access accounts
Instagram is warning users whose accounts may have been compromised during a recent hacking campaign.
Meta tests new feature that groups reels into a series
Meta is testing a new feature called "Series" for Reels on Instagram and Facebook. The move is aimed at helping creators organize episodic content and making it easier for users to follow ongoing video stories.
ChatGPT hits 1B monthly users in record time
OpenAI's ChatGPT has set a new record by becoming the first app to cross one billion monthly active users (MAUs) in just three years.
How hackers used Meta AI flaw to hijack Instagram accounts
Several Instagram users have reported losing access to their accounts after hackers exploited a vulnerability in Meta's AI-powered support assistant.
'Make reels, back OSM': CBSE sends schools script amid backlash
The regional offices of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) issued a social media toolkit to school principals, asking them to defend its on-screen marking system this week, HT reported.
'Clickbait something else': Karan Johar addresses Instagram unfollowing spree
Filmmaker Karan Johar recently sparked a social media frenzy after fans noticed he had unfollowed several close friends and industry colleagues on Instagram.
Meta tests AI subscriptions, launches paid plans for Facebook, Instagram
Meta has announced the global launch of its consumer subscription plans for Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
CJP founder moves Delhi HC against blocking of X account
Abhijeet Dipke, the founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has approached the Delhi High Court seeking to overturn the blocking of his party's account on X.
'Don't take it sentimentally': SC rejects hearing against Cockroach party
The Supreme Court on Monday refused an urgent hearing on a petition seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), a satirical social media campaign.
Cockroach Janta Party founder's Instagram account hacked
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has alleged that his personal Instagram account was hacked. The party's backup Instagram account was also briefly taken down before being restored hours later.
'National security concerns': Why government blocked 'Cockroach Janta Party' handle
The X handle of the "Cockroach Janta Party," a satirical account launched after Chief Justice of India Surya Kant's remarks about those who "attack the system," has been withheld on the orders of the central government.
350 jobs at risk in Ireland as Meta plans layoffs
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has announced plans to cut about 10% of its workforce.
Cockroach Janta Party beats BJP on Instagram, crosses 10M followers
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), a satirical political movement, has crossed 10 million followers on Instagram in just five days.
Discord now offers end-to-end encrypted calls to all users
Discord, the popular messaging platform, has announced that it is rolling out end-to-end encryption for voice and video calls to all its users.
Who's behind 'Cockroach Janta Party' with million followers in days
A remark by India's Chief Justice Surya Kant has given birth to a satirical political party called the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).
How to apply Instagram's Lofi Dusk filter in your Stories
Instagram has a new AI-powered visual effect filter called Lofi Dusk.
Spotify's disco ball app icon is temporary
Spotify has confirmed that its recent app icon change is a temporary affair.
Meta's smart glasses now let you type messages using gestures
Meta has announced a major update for its AI-powered smart glasses, the Meta Ray-Ban Display.
Instagram 'Instants': How to disable the feature and unsend photos
Instagram has recently launched a controversial new feature called "Instants," aimed at sharing real-time, disappearing photos.
Influencer arrested for posts about Sunjay Kapur's family
The Delhi Police have arrested social media influencer Dr. Neelam Singh, popularly known as The Skin Doctor, for allegedly posting objectionable remarks about the Kapur family following the death of businessman Sunjay Kapur.
Instagram takes on Snapchat with disappearing one-view photos
Instagram has launched a new feature called "Instants," aimed at helping users share real-time moments.
Instagram's Android app will soon catch up to iPhone quality
Google and Meta have joined forces to enhance the Instagram experience on high-end Android devices.
Europe is coming after TikTok and Instagram's addictive feeds
The European Union (EU) is preparing to crack down on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram for their "addictive design" features.
Bengaluru couple becomes 1st pair to swim Sri Lanka-India
Danish Abdi and Vrushali Prasade, a Bengaluru-based couple, have made history by becoming the first pair to swim from Sri Lanka to India.