The Instagram Stories - 7-5-24 - Threads 1 Year Meetup and Mark Zuckerburg talks the Creator Economy
Jul 5, 2024
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An interview with Mark Zuckerberg on the Creator Economy and Instagram's new features like messaging restrictions, image preferences, and collaboration status. Discussion on trends in social media including personal messaging, AI in DMs, and the rise of short-form video content.
Threads celebrates 1 year with daily changing app icons, creating community engagement.
Instagram testing messaging settings to restrict messages to followers, enhancing user control and reducing spam.
Deep dives
Threads App Anniversary Update
Threads is celebrating its one-year anniversary with a new feature that allows users to change the app icon daily. By clicking a cake icon on the profile page, users can select a new app icon every day. The Threads one-year meetup in Manhattan had 175 RSVPs out of 175 million monthly active users, creating excitement within the community.
Instagram Messaging Changes
Instagram is testing changes in messaging settings to restrict messages to only people you follow. This feature aims to reduce spam messages within the platform while ensuring that users receive messages only from desired contacts. By allowing customization of message delivery settings, users can maintain control over their messaging interactions.
Enhanced Carousel Customization on Instagram
Instagram now enables users to overlay images on carousels, offering creative opportunities to enhance visual storytelling. By selecting different shapes for overlaid images, users can create unique and engaging carousels. This feature allows for personal branding, such as adding headshots or logos to each slide, enhancing content visibility and creativity.