News & Reviews:   Instagram

Instagram is expanding its "Your Algorithm" feature, giving users more control over the content they see across the app. The update allows people to adjust the topics that influence recommendations in their Feed, Reels, and Explore sections. This is what you need to know.

Instagram is now starting to introduce a new feature that allows users to rearrange the position of content on the profile grid. That said, what should you know about it? Here’s everything you need to know.

Besides the WhatsApp Plus subscription, Meta also reveals paid subscription plans for Instagram Plus and Facebook Plus. That said, what should you know about it?

According to Meta, there has been a change in the way users use the service, where users are now more likely to search for products on social media, rather than using Google. So, what should you know about it?

As if one photo-sharing app isn't enough, Instagram launched another one today. The company has announced a new Instants app, which was intended for users to share "spontaneous, unfiltered photos– with friends". Let's take a look at what this app can do.

Meta Newsroom has announced a new set of parental supervision features across Instagram and Facebook aimed at giving parents greater visibility into how teenagers interact with recommendation algorithms and online content. The update expands Meta’s existing family supervision tools as global scrutiny around teen social media safety, mental health, and algorithmic influence continues to intensify.

The BBC reported that Instagram is removing its end-to-end encryption (E2EE) feature starting today, May 8, 2026. The E2EE feature was removed because not many people used it when sending messages on the Instagram service. That said, what should you know about it?

Rumour says Instagram is working on a new feature that allows you to edit your Stories after posting them. That said, what should you know about it?

Instagram is rolling out enhanced safety features for teens in Malaysia, introducing an updated 13+ content rating system alongside a new Limited Content setting aimed at providing stronger parental controls.

According to an Omdia report via The Hollywood Reporter, the four major social media platforms, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok, control over 90% of social media advertising revenue. Of this pie, Meta takes 70% of it, making them the world's largest social media advertising platform.