Key Highlights
- Facebook’s latest Friends Tab aims to bring back the authentic connections by steering clear of algorithmically recommended content.
- This feature is readily accessible through the main navigation bar and can be customized for ease of access, showcasing posts, stories, reels, birthdays, and friend requests from your contact list.
- Initially rolled out in the United States and Canada, the global release timetable remains uncertain, indicating a potential phased introduction.
Impressive Figures
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As of now, Meta stands with a market capitalization of a whopping $1.46 trillion.
Challenges Persist
Over the years, Facebook, under the stewardship of Mark Zuckerberg, has encountered significant scrutiny relating to privacy discrepancies, misinformation dissemination, and corporate governance. A notable step was taken in January 2025 when Zuckerberg announced Meta’s cessation of its fact-checking program, now favoring a new system called Community Notes, inspired by other social platforms like X.
Historic Context
The News Feed feature, a core component since 2006, has undergone various transformations with additions like the Like button, Timeline, and Pages. The evolution of Facebook into a public entity in 2012 brought about structural changes at valuations over $104 billion, marking its crescendo with acquisitions such as Instagram and WhatsApp. In 2021, Meta redefined its brand commitment by pivoting towards the concept of the Metaverse.
