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Mark Zuckerberg has said that 2026 will mark a turning point where artificial intelligence will "dramatically" change how Meta operates. By using AI agents and AI-native tools, the company aims to become more efficient, build better products faster, and deliver more personalised experiences.

Instagram users reported posting and messaging issues. Many said stories, reels, and voice notes failed to upload across both mobile and web platforms. Meta has not yet confirmed the cause of the outage., US News, Times Now

WhatsApp and Instagram users may soon have to pay to use AI features. Meta is reportedly testing subscription for exclusive features geared at increasing productivity and creativity.

WhatsApp has announced a new stricter security mode, aimed at users who may be at risk of facing cyberattacks, such as journalists or public figures. However, anyone can use this mode. The Meta-owned platform has also stated that the app is now better protected from spyware for all users.

A Reuters report alleges Meta ignored internal safety warnings and allowed minors to access AI chatbots capable of sexual interactions, triggering a major legal battle and renewed scrutiny over child safety on Facebook and Instagram.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg faces legal challenges over the company's AI chatbots, which allegedly allowed minors to engage in inappropriate interactions despite staff warnings. , Technology & Science, Times Now

We "pushed hard for parental controls to turn GenAI off - but GenAI leadership pushed back stating Mark decision," one Meta employee wrote in that exchange.

Meta's WhatsApp messaging service is offering users an advanced security mode, joining a growing number of U.S. tech firms that are letting users opt into stronger protections against hackers

The company will test premium features focused on creativity, productivity, and AI, while keeping core services free.

The company says chats remain end-to-end encrypted and inaccessible to WhatsApp or Meta. Elon Musk, Telegram CEO have publicly claimed that WhatsApp chats aren't really safe.