Instagram growth continues to outpace Facebook in EU
Meta's latest EU Digital Services Act report reveals that in the first half of 2026, Instagram reached 297 million active users in the EU, while Facebook had only 264 million, with Instagram significantly leading in growth. The report also disclosed data on reductions in content moderators and increases in reports of terrorism and child exploitation content.
Meta updates login with Facebook
Meta is upgrading its "Login with Facebook" feature, focusing on simplifying the login process so users can access third-party tools with fewer clicks using their Facebook credentials. This update includes one-click login for Android and web, improvements to the Limited Login flow, and optimizations for iOS fast app switching. Developers can integrate these new features through the latest SDK.
How will Meta’s settlement impact social media?
On August 26, Meta agreed to pay approximately $18 billion to settle a lawsuit filed by a coalition of attorneys general from 29 U.S. states. As part of the settlement, Meta has committed to implementing a series of new restrictions for users under 18 in the U.S., including a default two-hour daily usage limit, default disabling between midnight and 6 a.m., and default muting of notifications during school hours. This article explores the reasons behind Meta's decision to settle, the challenges of teen identity detection, the impact of usage limits on engagement, and the potential implications of these changes for marketers and Meta's overall business.
Meta settles landmark lawsuit for $18B
Meta has agreed to pay over $18 billion to settle lawsuits brought by 29 U.S. state attorneys general over social media harm to teenagers, and has pledged to implement a series of protections for minors.
Social Media Today Trendline on Top 5 stories from Social Media Today
AI-generated spam content is becoming a major challenge for social networks. A Pangram report indicates that 41% of long-form posts on LinkedIn show signs of AI generation, and about one-third on X. Although platforms are taking restrictive measures, rising user aversion to AI tools prompts reflection on the essence of social media.
AI Content Flood: Which Social Platforms Are Most Affected?
AI-generated content is surging across social media, with LinkedIn and X most affected. Platforms like Pinterest and Reddit are fighting back, while Meta pushes AI tools despite user resistance. The trend raises fundamental questions about the future of social interaction online.
新西兰拟立法限制青少年社交媒体使用
新西兰成为最新一个拟对青少年实施社交媒体限制的国家。其《在线安全法案》要求Instagram、TikTok、Snapchat和Facebook等平台采取合理步骤验证用户年龄，但法案在11月大选前难以推进。此前澳大利亚的禁令实施六个月后，多数未成年人仍在使用社交应用，且未显著改善青少年福祉。专家警告，禁令可能将青少年推向更不安全的替代平台。
Meta glasses face more challenges
Although Meta's AI glasses are selling strongly, privacy issues caused by their recording function are becoming increasingly serious. Recently, a German non-profit organization filed a criminal complaint, restaurants and theaters in the UK banned their use, ICE in the US restricted wearing them, and DEF CON 2026 also explicitly prohibited them. Additionally, detection apps targeting the glasses and issues of tampering with LED lights have surfaced. Despite Meta and Snap being optimistic about the prospects of smart glasses, regulatory and public concerns may affect market development.
Meta智能眼镜遭遇隐私阻力：多国机构与场所相继设限
Meta AI眼镜虽销量强劲，但录音功能引发的隐私争议持续发酵。过去一个月内，德国HateAid提起刑事诉讼、英国餐饮剧院场所下达禁令、美国ICE禁止员工佩戴、DEF CON 2026明确禁用。监管与公众压力正成为智能眼镜市场发展的关键变量。
Will Meta be found guilty of driving social media addiction?
Meta is facing the most challenging lawsuit in its history: attorneys general from 29 U.S. states jointly accuse the company of deliberately designing addictive systems, despite knowing these systems pose risks to users. The case opened in California last week, and if the ruling is unfavorable, Meta could face damages exceeding $1 trillion. This article examines the two core allegations in the trial—whether social media addiction constitutes legally recognized harm, and whether Meta acted with knowledge—and assesses the possible direction of the verdict.