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Facebook Ad Ban Heats Up Heading into July, Stock Drops 8%

Unilever is the latest to deliver a $7b blow to Facebook Ads’ revenue.
Facebook Update Likely to Hurt Traffic to Older Web Pages

Facebook is updating its interface with a new type of notification that’s likely to hurt traffic to older pages.
New Instagram Advertisers No Longer Need a Facebook Page

The change comes at an interesting time for Facebook, with talk of boycotting and ongoing fury over political content stances.
Facebook Goes After Companies For Fake Likes & Comments

Facebook is taking legal action against software companies responsible for distributing fake likes and comments across Facebook and Instagram.
Users Now Able to Block Political Ads on Facebook and Instagram

Users will be able to opt out of political and social issues ads within the News Feed, or in the Ad Preferences area.
Facebook Search Results Now Include Wikipedia Knowledge Panels

Facebook appears to be testing the addition of Wikipedia knowledge panels in search results, according to reports from multiple users.
Facebook Relaxes Ban on Ads for Non-Medical Masks

Advertisers meeting certain criteria will now be able to advertise non-medical grade face masks on the platform.
Facebook Messenger Can Now Be Used to Answer Customer Messages

Facebook is rolling out an update to Messenger that will allow page owners to toggle back and forth between personal messages and customer messages.
Facebook Tests Email Marketing Tools for Business Pages

Business pages on Facebook may soon have the ability to send marketing emails with a new set of tools that are currently being tested.
Facebook Lets Users Delete Old Posts in Bulk

Facebook users can now manage their previous activity more efficiently by deleting or archiving old posts in bulk.
Facebook Messenger Rooms Can Now Be Created From Instagram

Facebook Messenger Rooms, a new video chat option for up to 50 people, can now be launched from the Instagram Direct inbox.
Facebook Is Testing Mid-Roll & Livestream Video Ads: What It Means

Facebook has confirmed they are testing mid-roll video ads, and livestream video ad placements. Here’s what this tells us about their plans in video.
Facebook & Instagram Let Businesses Sell Products Directly on Their Page

Facebook is expanding its e-commerce capabilities by making it possible for businesses to sell products directly on their Facebook and Instagram page.
Facebook Plans to Integrate Giphy With Instagram Following Acquisition

Facebook is acquiring Giphy, one of the most popular GIF-sharing sites on the web, in a deal that’s reportedly valued at $400 million.
Facebook Continues Creating In-Stream Ad Transparency

Facebook has expanded four brand safety tools announced yesterday, specific to the in-stream ad placements.
Facebook & Instagram Add More Ways to Support Local Businesses

Facebook is expanding its efforts to assist local businesses with overcoming the challenges they’re facing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Best Times to Post on Social Media Right Now

As the coronavirus outbreak continues to disrupt everyday life, the times people are active on social media are drastically shifting.
How to Perfect Your Facebook Ads Placement Strategy

Learn how to craft the ideal Facebook Ads placement strategy for any account.
Facebook Publishes Study on the Mental Health Impact of Social Comparison

Facebook commissioned a study of the psychological impact of social comparison, which can be triggered by content on social media.