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Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat Blocked in Afghanistan: Report

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Social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat are restricted in Afghanistan, a report said on Wednesday, October 8. Internet observatory NetBlocks has confirmed that social media platforms Instagram, Facebook, and…

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Facebook New Feature Update: Meta-Owned Platform Introduces ‘Friend Bubbles’, AI-Powered Suggestions To Discover Similar Reels and More; Check Details

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Meta has updated Facebook’s algorithm to improve Reels discovery, offering personalised recommendations based on user preferences. New features include AI-powered suggestions, 'friend bubbles' to see friends’ liked content, enhanced…

Meta Revamps Facebook Videos with AI Search, Friend Bubbles, and Smarter Feeds

Facebook is updating how its video recommendations work, giving people more control over what appears in their feed. The company has introduced several small tools that let users manage their viewing experience and interact more easily…

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Italian Families Target Facebook, Instagram and TikTok Over Child Safety

A group of Italian families has filed a lawsuit against Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, accusing the platforms of failing to enforce age restrictions and using addictive features that harm children’s mental health. The case asks a Milan…

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Facebook Reels Algorithm Will Suggest Videos You'll Like, Similar to TikTok's For You Page

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Facebook is revamping its algorithm to show users Reels that they would actually like, which is similar to TikTok's FYP.

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Reform treasurer's firm seeks millions in damages over investment 'fraud' after tech start-up claimed to be the 'next Facebook'

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Candy Ventures Sarl (CVS) insists it has been the victim of a 'clear case of fraud', the High Court heard yesterday.

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Kids and breweries: Wake County brewery's Facebook post sparks public debate

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Many Triangle area breweries are kid-friendly, but not without rules.

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Facebook Adds Topic Search Recommendations and Friend Likes To Reels

Some new measures to get Facebook users to spend more time scrolling Reels.

Meta makes Facebook Reels more like their Instagram counterparts

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Meta is rolling out some serious changes to Facebook Reels to make the experience more like Instagram Reels. First of all, the Reels will now be accompanied by friend bubbles. This shows users which posts their friends like and makes it …

Facebook is turning into TikTok

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Meta is making some updates to reels on Facebook, including that it has upgraded the platform’s “recommendations engine” so that “it learns your interests quicker and shows you newer and more relevant reels.” This year, Meta has been…

Meta Upgrades Facebook Reels with Smarter Recommendations

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Meta has rolled out a major update to Facebook Reels, introducing smarter recommendations, interactive friend features, and enhanced personalization tools aimed at making the platform more engaging, social, and tailored to user preferences…

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Facebook updates its algorithm to give users more control over which videos they see

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Facebook updated its algorithm so users can have greater control over which Reels videos they see.

Facebook's Algorithm Update Aims to Show You Reels You'll Actually Like, Even if They're AI

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Facebook's vice president of product, Jagjit Chawla, talks about how the platform treats AI-generated content and how you can see less of it.

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Meta updates Reels on Facebook to prioritize showing fresher and more-relevant content, and adds AI search suggestions and friend bubbles like on Instagram (Katelyn Chedraoui/CNET)

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Meta updates Reels on Facebook to prioritize showing fresher and more-relevant content, and adds AI search suggestions and friend bubbles like on Instagram — Facebook's vice president of product, Jagjit Chawla, talks about how the platform…

Finding and Sharing Reels on Facebook Just Got Easier and More Fun

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We upgraded Facebook's recommendations to surface more reels you’ll love, and we’re introducing features to make reels more social.

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Chaos, Confusion, and Conspiracies: Inside a Facebook Group for RFK Jr.’s Autism ‘Cure’

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A Facebook group set up to share information about leucovorin has been spammed by affiliate links and supplement companies trying to shame parents of autistic kids.

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Tunisia pardons man sentenced to death over Facebook posts

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Saber Ben Chouchane, who was given the death penalty over posts insulting President Kais Saied, is released.

Tunisia Frees Man Sentenced To Death Over Facebook Posts

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The 51-year-old man, Saber Ben Chouchane, had been sentenced on charges including "spreading false news."