Meta has announced a new range of subscription services for Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp users as the company looks to expand beyond its traditional advertising business. The new consumer-focused “Plus” subscription plans will offer additional features aimed at creators.

Meta launches ‘Plus’ subscriptions for Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp alongside new AI plans

Meta has quietly launched a new standalone app called Forum, designed to give users a focused space for discussions built around Facebook Groups. The app is currently available only for iOS users in the United States and has not yet been rolled out globally.


What is Meta’s new Forum app? Facebook Groups gets a standalone AI-powered platform

Facebook has launched Creator Fast Track, a new programme aimed at attracting creators from other platforms by offering guaranteed earnings and reach. Eligible creators can earn up to $3,000 per month for three months, gain boosted visibility, and access monetisation tools immediately.

What is Facebook’s creator fast track? Meta promises payouts and reach for new creators


Australia’s under-16 social media ban has now forced Meta to deactivate Facebook, Instagram, and Threads accounts for the kids. This came after whistleblower revelations and government pressure on Big Tech compliance. How did this world-first move happen?

Meta Australia to ban under-16s from Facebook, Instagram: How whistleblowers and a determined government forced a Big Tech giant to act

Do you know which are the most valuable companies in 2025? Well, here is the list of the top 7 most valuable companies in the world by market capitalisation. The leading firms have valuations ranging from nearly $5 trillion to around $1.7 trillion.

Top 7 most valuable companies in 2025: Nvidia hits $5 trillion, Apple joins $4T club

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Meta launches ‘Plus’ subscriptions for Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp alongside new AI plans

Meta launches Forum: Reddit-style app with AI features

Meta’s new programme promises payouts and reach for incoming creators

Meta Australia under-16s ban on Facebook, Instagram: How govt forced its hand

Top companies 2025: Nvidia at $5T, Apple and Microsoft cross $4T