Instagram introduced a new Expander feature for Stories

Instagram now supports 3:4 aspect ratio photos, the native format for most phone cameras. When users upload a 3:4 image, it appears exactly as shot. This applies to single photos and carousels. Users can still share posts in 1:1 and 4:5 formats.

Instagram is giving more users access to Shared Access, a long-in-the-works feature a feature first spotted last year.

Instagram recently rolled out more updates for Direct Messages.

Instagram added an enhanced cropping tool to Edits on iOS.

Threads revealed new link-sharing features. Creators can now add up to five links to their bio, each with a custom title, similar to Instagram. Soon, Threads will begin testing link insights that show how often links in profiles and posts are tapped.

Meta unveiled several updates to its creator-brand advertising solutions.

Facebook launched a Facebook for Creators Instagram account.

Instagram partnered with The Weeknd to showcase its new unlockable Reels feature. The singer shared a Reel from his upcoming movie, Hurry Up Tomorrow, that can only be accessed with a code.

Meta is testing advanced original content protection for Meta Verified subscribers.

Meta launched a standalone app for Meta AI.