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WhatsAppJun 24, 2025

U.S. House bans WhatsApp on government devices over security concerns

The U.S. House of Representatives has banned WhatsApp from all government-issued devices used by congressional staff, citing serious cybersecurity and data privacy concerns. In a memo sent to House staff, the Office of Cybersecurity classified WhatsApp as a “high risk”…

May 15, 2025

OpenAI brings GPT-4.1 to ChatGPT, boosting coding for developers

Asma Hussain

OpenAI is now rolling out its new GPT-4.1 models to ChatGPT, a significant update particularly aimed at improving capabilities for software engineers. The release includes both the standard GPT-4.1 and the more efficient GPT-4.1 mini, designed to offer marked improvements…

InstagramApr 18, 2025Apr 18, 2025

Instagram launches Blend to create shared Reels feeds in DMs

Asma Hussain

Instagram is constantly evolving, seeking new ways to keep users scrolling and engaging within its ecosystem. Meta’s latest effort introduces a feature called Blend, designed to integrate the popular Reels format more deeply into direct messaging. Blend aims to create…

Facebook Instagram iOSApr 17, 2025Apr 17, 2025

Why you can’t use Apple Intelligence Writing Tools in Facebook and Instagram on iOS 18

Asma Hussain

If you’ve been trying to use Apple Intelligence’s handy Writing Tools within Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, or Threads on your iPhone or iPad recently, you might have noticed they’re simply not available. It appears Meta has deliberately opted out of supporting…

Apr 16, 2025

OpenAI may be building a ChatGPT-powered social network to rival X and Instagram

Asma Hussain

OpenAI is reportedly developing its own social media platform, potentially marking its boldest consumer-focused move yet. According to reputable sources, the company has built an internal prototype of a social feed centered around ChatGPT’s image generation tool. While the project…

Instagram iOS iPhoneMar 28, 2025

You can now watch Instagram Reels at 2x speed with fast forward feature

Imran Hussain

Instagram has finally added the ability to watch Reels or videos in its app at 2x speed. Users can fast-forward videos just like how TikTok has supported in its app since a long time ago. Instagram launched Reels by copying…

Facebook iOS iPad iPhoneMar 28, 2025Mar 28, 2025

OG Facebook makes an app comeback with a focus on friends

Imran Hussain

Meta is finally bringing OG Facebook back in a subtle way by renewing its focus on friends. Thanks to a new Friends Tab in the iOS and Android apps, users can chose to see just their friend’s stories, reels, posts,…

InstagramJan 21, 2025

Edits by Meta aims to fill the void left by CapCut’s absence in the U.S. market

Asma Hussain

Meta has once again made a strategic move to dominate the creator economy with its new video editing app, Edits, which aims to rival the now-controversial CapCut. The recent geopolitical struggles surrounding ByteDance and its app ecosystem, including TikTok and…

WhatsAppSep 7, 2024Sep 7, 2024

WhatsApp to integrate third-party messaging services with Meta’s new update

Asma Hussain

Meta is making a significant move in the messaging world with its latest update for WhatsApp and Messenger, designed to enhance user experience and meet regulatory demands. This new feature, rolling out first to users in the European Union, represents…

InstagramSep 4, 2024

Instagram rolls out new public comments feature for Stories, here’s how it works

Asma Hussain

Instagram has introduced a new feature that significantly enhances user interaction by allowing public comments on Stories. Previously, Instagram users could only reply to Stories through private messages visible solely to the content uploader. With this update, users can leave…