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After Twitter, Meta announces paid verification for FB, Instagram
Meta Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced that a "Meta Verified" account will grant users a verified badge, increased visibility on the platforms, prioritised customer support, and more. The company is first rolling out the feature to Australia and New Zealand and it will arrive in more countries "soon."
WhatsApp adds new stickers for avatar pack on iOS, Android
In spite of the same number of stickers in the avatar pack, the changes made have given it more personality and depth by redesigning and replacing some stickers in order to improve their visual appeal and reflect the diverse range of feelings and expressions users wish to convey, reports WABetaInfo. New stickers within the avatar pack are now available for all users on WhatsApp for iOS and Android, said the report.
Meta gives thousands of workers 'subpar' performance ratings, more layoffs likely
The Wall Street Journal, citing people familiar with the matter, reported that the leadership at Meta "expects the ratings to lead more employees to leave in the coming weeks". "The company will consider another round of layoffs if not enough depart," according to the report. Meta managers gave approximately 10 per cent of employees a rating of "meets most.
Meta gives thousands of workers 'subpar' performance ratings, more layoffs likely
The Wall Street Journal, citing people familiar with the matter, reported that the leadership at Meta "expects the ratings to lead more employees to leave in the coming weeks". "The company will consider another round of layoffs if not enough depart," according to the report. Meta managers gave approximately 10 per cent of employees a rating of "meets most.
Meta planning fresh round of layoffs in 'year of efficiency': Report
According to a report in the Financial Times, citing sources, there had been a "lack of clarity about budgets or future headcount in recent weeks". As a result, staff have complained that "zero work" is getting done as managers have been unable to plan their coming workloads, the report noted. Certain budgets would typically get finalised by the end of the year at the company.
WhatsApp rolling out feature to let users share up to 100 media on iOS beta
With the new feature, beta users can now select up to 100 media in the media picker within the application, which was earlier limited to only 30, reports WABetaInfo. This feature is useful as users will finally be able to share entire albums, making it easier to share memories and moments. The ability to share up to 100 media within the chats is available for some beta testers after installing the latest update of WhatsApp beta for iOS from TestFlight app and is expected to roll out to more people over the coming days, the report said.
WhatsApp lets users easily record videos hands-free on iOS beta
This feature is rolling out to some beta testers after installing the latest WhatsApp beta for iOS 23.3.0.74 update from the TestFlight app, reports WABetaInfo. Users are now able to switch to video mode easily with just a tap and they don't need to tap and hold to record videos hands-free. Moreover, it is now possible to switch from front to back camera.
Meta expands its monetisation feature 'Gifts' across US on Instagram
Gifts allow followers to show their appreciation through direct monetary support, the company said in a blogpost on Wednesday. Creators can receive gifts from followers who purchase them directly within the Instagram application using Stars. These themed virtual gifts allow people to creatively express their appreciation for creators, which can result in earning money.
Meta plans to include younger teens in its Horizon Worlds app
The app is currently available to users aged 18 and up, and the teen launch could happen as soon as March, reports The Wall Street Journal, citing sources. According to a memo sent to the team working on the initiative, the new strategy includes opening up Horizon to teens aged 13 to 17. Today our competitors are doing a much better job.
WhatsApp may soon let users schedule calls within group chats
Users will be able to select a title, date and time for their call, making sure that everyone in the group is aware of when it will take place, reports WABetaInfo. It is useful when the group is organising an event, by allowing members to schedule a call to discuss the details and confirm that everyone is available. The ability to schedule a call .
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