Meta is preparing to significantly increase its investment in artificial intelligence, with CEO Mark Zuckerberg announcing plans to spend up to $135 billion on AI-related projects in 2026. The move positions the Facebook parent company among the most aggressive investors in artificial intelligence, even as concerns grow within the tech industry about a potential AI…
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, has announced its acquisition of Manus, an advanced artificial intelligence agent created by Singapore-based startup Butterfly Effect, originally founded in China. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. About ManusUnlike standard AI chatbots, Manus is designed as an AI agent capable of autonomously performing complex tasks. Its…
Meta has postponed the launch of its upcoming mixed reality glasses, code-named Phoenix, moving the release window from late 2026 to the first half of 2027. The revised timeline reflects a broader shift in strategy within the company’s hardware division, as leadership prioritises stability, performance and long-term sustainability over rapid releases. Business Insider reported that…
WhatsApp is addressing one of its most frustrating issues for users — storage overload. The Meta-owned messaging giant is testing a new feature that allows users to manage storage directly from individual chats, offering far more convenience and control. The update, first spotted by WABetaInfo, is currently being tested on Android beta and iPhone TestFlight…
Tech giants Meta and TikTok have confirmed they will comply with Australia’s new social media age restriction law, which bans users under the age of 16 from accessing major platforms. However, both companies have warned that the law will be difficult to enforce and could carry unintended consequences. The legislation, set to take effect from…
Long-awaited “Watch History” feature now lets you find Reels you’ve already viewed Instagram has finally rolled out one of its most requested features ever — a “Watch History” option for Reels — allowing users to revisit videos they’ve already watched. The feature, announced by Instagram head Adam Mosseri on Friday, is designed to fix one…
MENLO PARK (California): Facebook parent company Meta Platforms Inc. is reportedly laying off around 600 employees from its artificial intelligence division, as part of ongoing efforts to streamline operations following years of rapid expansion, according to reports from The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. The job cuts come after Meta’s extensive hiring…
Facebook’s complicated relationship with the gaming community is set for another transformation as the platform confirmed that its long-running Gaming Creator Program will officially end in 2026. The program, introduced in 2018, was designed to empower gaming streamers by offering early access to new features, personalized support from Facebook teams, and opportunities to earn revenue…
Instagram has begun testing a bold new redesign that gives Reels and Direct Messages (DMs) prime placement on the app’s main navigation bar — a change that has left users divided. The new layout, announced by Instagram head Adam Mosseri, introduces dedicated tabs for Reels and DMs, reflecting Meta’s growing focus on short-form video and…
Facebook users frustrated by random, irrelevant Reels can finally breathe a sigh of relief. Tech giant Meta has rolled out a major update to Facebook’s recommendation algorithm, giving users greater control over the short-form videos they see. The move aims to make Facebook’s Reels experience more personalized, relevant, and competitive with platforms like TikTok and…