"I was scammed out of £17,000 on Instagram"
Since the pandemic hit the UK, reports of investment scams targeting Instagram users have risen 50%......»»
Instagram tests "Take a break" feature - But it"s just old tool re-pushed
Instagram is testing a feature that enables users to select a time period for a reminder to take a break from the app, which will then also suggest alternate activities they can do to get away for a moment......»»
Instagram tests Take a Break feature for better time management
Instagram is testing a new feature called Take a Break that's designed to help you better manage your time on the popular app......»»
Instagram is preparing its own subscription service
Instagram is the latest social media platform to move towards a subscription service as app store sleuths uncover service pricing......»»
7 of the best presets and filters for Instagram
If you've ever been on Instagram, you know that filters are everything.Filters allow you to give a photo the exact feeling you're trying to convey. A lot of sites know this and have created special presets meant to capture a consistent look, feel, an.....»»
A streamer called SquidGame has suffered abuse, hacks, and lost work because of the Netflix show
The BBC reports that UK-based Ellery, 32, has been on YouTube, Twitch, and Instagram for 11 years as SquidGame, and uses SquidGaming on Twitter. "For me it was just a silly name I thought up on the spot," she said. "My friends called me squid because.....»»
Instagram link previews have finally returned to Twitter
Instagram links on Twitter are showing preview images again. The feature disappeared from Twitter nine years ago, forcing users to click through to Instagram......»»
With Instagram’s newest sticker, you no longer need to say “link in bio”
"Link in bio!" no more -- everyone can put a link sticker on Instagram now......»»
10 Best Instagram Tactics To Implement In 2021
Instagram is one of the most dynamic social media platform out there. With over 800 million users from across the globe, Instagram becomes an essential hub for news, entertainment and business. Instagram is a visual-based feed. Most interactions ha.....»»
Instagram’s newest sticker mean you no longer need to say “link in bio”
Instagram expands the availability of its link sticker after an initial test for verified users......»»
Molly Russell"s father meets Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen
Molly, 14, died after viewing graphic content on Instagram, which is owned by Facebook......»»
Apple Once Threatened Facebook Ban Over Mideast Maid Abuse
Two years ago, Apple threatened to pull Facebook and Instagram from its app store over concerns about the platform being used as a tool to trade and sell maids in the Mideast. From a report: After publicly promising to crack down, Facebook acknowledg.....»»
Unreleased "Beats Fit Pro" earbuds spotted being worn by Kim Kardashian
Media personality Kim Kardashian has been photographed seemingly wearing a pair of Apple's yet to be released "Beats Fit Pro" earbuds.Kim Kardashian (source: JustJared on Instagram)Following the recent report that Apple is preparing a new "Beats Fits.....»»
Senator calls on Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg to testify about Instagram and kids
Sen. Richard Blumenthal wrote to Mark Zuckerberg Wednesday, calling on the Facebook CEO or the head of Instagram to testify on the platform's harms on children......»»
Facebook is reportedly going to change its name
The Verge writes that Facebook's new name will reflect its focus on creating a metaverse. The company will be rebranded as a parent group overseeing its suite of apps, including Instagram, WhatsApp, Oculus, and the current Facebook app—similar to w.....»»
Instagram will finally let you post a photo or video on the web
Reels, fundraising and posting on the web are the big features coming this week from Instagram......»»
Instagram is testing a notification system for ‘confusing’ outages
A week after a massive outage that knocked out Instagram for its global community, the company says it's testing a notification system for similar events......»»
Facebook VP Suggests a Fix: a Prompt Urging Teen Instagram Users to "Take a Break"
"Facebook is trying to mend its reputation in the wake of whisleblower Frances Haugen's testimony," reports Engadget, "and that includes promises of features lessening the potential harm for teens." CNN and Reuters report that Facebook Global Affai.....»»
Chrome Attempts to Resurrect RSS With a New-Tab Feature That "Follows" Your Favorite Sites
It's kind of like an RSS feed — and kind of not. Google now lets you "follow" your favorite web sites with Android versions of Chrome, reports Gizmodo: The feature has a similar effect to following an account on Twitter or Instagram, except you.....»»
Instagram back up after second major outage of the week
Just a few days after a global Facebook outage, Instagram went down for over two hours due to a different technical issue......»»
Facebook Says Some of Its Services Are Having Issues Again
Instagram has been experiencing issues for many of us here at The Verge, but it turns out that the problem might be broader than that, according to a statement from Facebook. From a report: "We're aware that some people are having trouble accessing o.....»»