The world of messaging apps has been a hotbed of speculation lately as reports emerge suggesting that WhatsApp, the popular messaging platform owned by Meta (formerly Facebook), might soon introduce advertisements within its chat interface. The news has sent ripples through the tech community and privacy-conscious users, as it seems to contradict the promise made by the company when it was acquired by Meta nearly a decade ago. Back in 2014, when Meta acquired WhatsApp, one of the key assurances given to users was that the platform would remain ad-free,…
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Meta Platforms Set to Unveil AI-Powered Chatbots with Unique Personalities in September
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, is gearing up to introduce a diverse range of artificial intelligence (AI) powered chatbots with distinct personalities as early as September, as reported by the Financial Times. These chatbots are designed to engage users in human-like conversations, aiming to enhance user engagement across Meta’s social media platforms. The company has been diligently developing prototypes for these chatbots, drawing inspiration from historical figures like Abraham Lincoln and adopting fun themes like that of a surfer to offer travel advice. These AI-driven chatbots are expected…
Read MoreTelegram Set to Launch Instagram-Like Stories Feature with Enhanced Privacy Control
Telegram founder and CEO, Pavel Durov, recently announced that the popular messaging app will be introducing a new feature called Telegram Stories, similar to Instagram’s Stories. With competitors like Snapchat, Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp already offering this feature, Telegram aims to provide users with enhanced functionality and greater privacy control. In this article, we will delve into the details of Telegram Stories and explore the unique features it brings to the table. Telegram Stories: A New Way to Share: Telegram Stories will appear in a dedicated bar at the top…
Read MoreMeta Verified Launches in India: Enhancing Online Identity Trust for Instagram and Facebook Users
Months after its initial launch, Meta Verified is finally making its way to India, allowing Instagram and Facebook users to verify their identities on the popular social media platforms. However, unlike Twitter, Meta (formerly known as Facebook) has decided to honor legacy verified badges in India. To avail themselves of Meta Verified, Indian users on iOS and Android platforms will have to pay a monthly subscription fee of Rs 699. While the feature will initially be available only on mobile devices, Meta has plans to extend it to the web…
Read MoreAfter Meta COO Sheryl Sandberg, another top executive leaves the company
Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Meta, has left the company after 14 years. In yet another blow to the company, Jerome Pesenti, Meta’s VP of AI, has announced his departure. Pesenti will leave the company in mid-June after assisting it through the early stages of the AI transformation, according to the company. Pesenti has been a member of Meta for four years. Bosworth also stated that Meta’s AI technology and community will form a new cross-functional AI leadership team led by Joelle. “We are grateful for the incredible work Jerome has…
Read MoreFacebook to roll out a new design for the settings menu in the app
Facebook Inc announced that they will redesign the settings menu of the FB mobile application. The new design will be available on the application later this week. Both android and iOS users will get to see the new design and it’s even applicable in Facebook Lite. The new design is aimed at providing the user with an easier way to navigate and find tools.” Whether it’s managing the ads people see, adjusting sharing settings, or curating an audience for posts, people shouldn’t have to think too hard about where to start,”…
Read MoreFacebook Rolls-Out Covid Announcement Tool to Help Health Depts in India
Social media giant Facebook on Wednesday said it is expanding its ‘COVID-19 Announcement’ in India that will help health departments of states and union territories share essential COVID-19 related updates with their communities. India is the second country after the US to launch this feature. Facebook said it has partnered with 33 states and union territories to roll out this tool in their respective jurisdictions. “The COVID-19 Announcement feature will give health departments the ability to push out timely, credible COVID-19 and vaccine information to people in their local communities/ state jurisdictions. States…
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