Facebook Acquires Instagram

Instagram has become an immensely popular platform for young people. It's also been a bright spot for Facebook amid a tumultuous time for that platform, which is grappling with fake news, foreign election meddling and privacy issues. It's unclear what Instagram's future will look like without the original duo at the helm.

Instagram founders Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger are out. Now the question is what happens to the business they started, and what that will mean for its owner, Facebook.

"One of the key hallmarks of Instagram has been its independence and uniqueness from Facebook. The founders closely guarded that," said Debra Aho Williamson, principal analyst at eMarketer.

Facebook Video Views Grows

Bloomberg reported that Systrom and Krieger are departing because of tensions with CEO Mark Zuckerberg over the direction of Instagram. According to Bloomberg's sources, Instagram could become more integrated with Facebook now that the co-founders are leaving.

With Systrom and Krieger gone, Williamson says it could be more challenging for Instagram to maintain that independence, especially if Zuckerberg installs his own executives to lead Instagram now.

Instagram Releases New Video Photo Sharing Service

That doesn't have to be a bad thing, even for users who prefer Instagram to Facebook. There are some popular features on Facebook that Instagram may be able to adapt. In fact, it's already done this by adding tools like messaging, the ability to mute users and indications showing whether someone is online. It also allows users to post Instagram photos to Facebook, and prompts users to add their Facebook friends on Instagram.

How Beyoncé, Kim Kardashian and More Changed Instgram

Instagram has not only changed the way we all share glimpses into our own personal lives, but it began giving us access, like never before, into the worlds of our favorite celebrities and public figures. Stars like Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Ashton Kutcher and Kylie Jenner were some of the first to start inviting fans into their homes through the app.

Which Female Superstar Has the Best Beach Body?

 

Now that summer is out and the winter holidays are here, let's take time to reflect on all the toned-up beach bodies this year we all encountered. Celebrities put their best bikinis — and boardshorts — forward this summer as they sunned, swam and swanned around hot spots from South Beach to St. Barts.

But while celebs such as J.Lo and Halle Berry basked in beach glory, others committed fashion crimes in paradise like Mariah Carey and so on. Between their envy-inducing abs and super-toned stems, these celebrities are bringing the heat.

Did Instagram Addiction Result in Eating Disorder

 

A California family is suing Meta, claiming Instagram is to blame for their teenage daughter’s eating disorder and mental health issues.

NBC News reports the lawsuit was filed Monday in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, by Kathleen and Jeffrey Spence on behalf of their daughter Alexis Spence. The lawsuit alleges Alexis, who began using Instagram at age 11, suffered from “anxiety, depression, self-harm, eating disorders, and, ultimately, suicidal ideation” after becoming addicted to the social media platform.

Top 5 Jen Selter Hot Photos

The Wrap-Up Magazine has released the top 5 hottest photos of +Jen Selter. Instagram model Jen Selter added a new photo to her page that shows less of her shapely figure and more of her elegant beauty. Jen Selter is an American fitness model from Bay Shore, Long Island.

Instagram Teaming up with Brooklyn Museum for #BlackVisionaries Program

 

Instagram is teaming up with the Brooklyn Museum to debut the 2022 #BlackVisionaries Program to provide $650,000 in grants to Black artists, designers, and small businesses.

This year’s round calls for 10 creators to obtain essential funding. That includes five Visionary Small Business Grants of $100,000 for Black designers. Five Emerging Visionary Grants of $30,000—with the backing of Meta Open Arts—will be for people centered on arts and design based in the United States.

#Stream #NewMusic MURS x Wiardon - Starting Lineup

 

California emcee Murs & Texas beatsmith Wiardon present "Starting Lineup", featuring Larry June & ICECOLDBISHOP, the lead single from their collaboration EP speak n spell. Murs is a trailblazer of first the West Coast then the global underground hip-hop scene, going from selling cassettes of his music around the world with Living Legends to releasing albums with Warner Music Group, Def Jux, Rhymesayers, Strange Music and Dame Dash to name just a few.

Jennifer Lopez Joined Protesters In LA

The celebrity power couple joined Black Lives Matter co-founder Patrisse Cullors and a large crowd of protesters as they marched down Hollywood Blvd.

"We must take a stand for what we believe in and fight against the injustices in this world," Lopez wrote in an Instagram post. "So we continue to peacefully protest until there is change."

Jennifer Lopez carried a sign that read "BLM #EnoughIsEnough" on one side and "Black Lives Matter" on the other side.

How To Make Money as An Artist

 

Here are some tips on how to make money as an artist:

Making money as an artist can be a challenge. You need to find ways to make a name for yourself and stand out from the competition. In this blog post, we will explore some tips from the pros on how to make money as an artist. We will discuss how to use Spotify, Instagram, and other platforms to make a name for yourself and sell your music. Let’s get started!

Young Thug Changes Album Title

I still lost all respect for +Young Thugga only due to the fact of whats going on with +Birdman and +Lil Wayne. Young Thug has renamed his upcoming album to the Barter 6. In addition to switching the title, Thugga took to Instagram to announce that his first show, following the album’s release, will be in Hollygrove, Louisiana.

Young Thug is referring to the same Hollygrove neighborhood in New Orleans, Lil Wayne and Mack Maine grew up in. “YSL Carter 6 coming out Friday. First show, New Orleans, Hollygrove fuck nigga, meet me there, better yet beat me there,” Thug says in a new Instagram video, as two men stand behind him waving firearms. Just a few days later, Thug uploaded a video to Instagram that features various clips of him performing while a woman narrates what seems to be shots at Wayne and his imprint.

The “New Atlanta” rapper has been using his Instagram account to fuel his feud with Lil Wayne.After Wayne urged fans to “stop listening to songs of niggas who pose naked on their motherfucking album covers,” Thug responded by saying, “I understand that Lil Wayne is frustrated about his career and I feel him on that, but this is my idol. I would never in my life swap words with him or beef with him about nothing. This is a person that I look up to. Ha Ha.”

Fetty Wap Robbed

As news of the shooting filters in, a man known as Fuzz, CEO of Muscle Team Ent, posted a photo on his Instagram of a man covering his face with what appears to be Fetty Wap's "1738" chain. In the bio of Fuzz's Instagram there is a link to his song which features former Remy Boy P-Dice. P-Dice is currently suing Fetty Wap for $7 million over unpaid royalties.

The Instagram caption states:

"Just to set the record straight. I personally didn't take @fettywap1738 chain. I'm not responsible for no one else action but my own. I don't have a personal problem Fetty Wap. He just a good kid in the way. How he got his chain taken I don't know and I don't care. That's none of my business. Did I take a picture with it? Yes. The whole down the hill got a picture with it on. Now enjoy the rest of y'all night. 💪🏿 I will love to take the credit for it but unfortunately, my Instagram is no liar."

Hailie Jade Sets New Milestone on Instagram

 

Eminem's daughter Hailie Jade has reached three million followers on Instagram. She hit the milestone without any help from her father or using his name.

The social media influencer is also followed by Cardi B on the photo and video sharing app. Hailie Jade was the reason behind Eminem's beef with Machine Gun Kelly.

What Rihanna Thinks of Donald Trump

In case fans didn't already know how she feels about the president, the singer used her platform to share the spray-painted words "F--- TRUMP" in a series of colorful graffiti photos posted on Instagram Friday night (Aug. 14). The graffiti artist wore an oversized "psychedelic" Fenty hoodie.

"art," Rihanna captioned the image, adding the hashtag #81 days, her countdown to the 2020 presidential election.

Drake Is Launching a Luxury Candle Company

 

If you’ve ever seen inside Canadian rapper Aubrey Drake Graham's Toronto mansion, you already know that he's got impeccable taste. The sprawling 50,000 square-foot home boasts not only an NBA-sized basketball court with a pyramidal skylight, but a chandelier adorned with 20,000 pieces of hand-cut Swarovski crystal. It's "overwhelmingly high luxury," the 34-year-old told AD earlier this year.

While owning a property that exquisite might not be in the cards for most of us, bringing some of Drake's "overwhelmingly high luxury" energy into our own homes is. The Tootsie Slide artist has a new business venture up his sleeve and you're going to love the smell of this.

Order Your Luxury Scented Candle

An October Instagram post from women’s fashion brand, Revolve, revealed that Drake was starting his own luxury candle company, dubbed Better World Fragrance House. The caption noted that Revolve had partnered with this upcoming fragrance house to offer a sneak peek of the rapper's first ever candles.

What Is the ‘J. Lo Effect’?

 

Just last week, one of the “Selling Sunset” stars, Chrishell Stause, revealed on Instagram that she is dating Jason Oppenheim, who, with his twin brother, Brett, owns the high-end brokerage where she is an agent. Ms. Stause captioned the post, which featured several pictures from a cast trip to Capri, Italy: “The JLo effect."

Jay-Z sells trading card for $100k

 

Online sports card platform SlabStox made a “public service announcement” on Instagram this week to reveal that an autographed card of the rapper had gone under the hammer at Goldin Auctions.

The company said that the collectable sold for $105,780 (£76,278), marking “the all-time record for a non-sports/TCG [tradng card game] card”.

An earlier Instagram post said that there had been a previous bid of $2,200 (£1,586) before the huge increase to six figures.

Jennifer Lopez Sends Britney Spears Touching Message

 

Jennifer Lopez is showing her support for Britney Spears.

Jennifer Lopez took to her Instagram story to share Spears' now-deleted Instagram post where she is embracing her "freedom" and "independence" post conservatorship.

Ariana Grande Gifts Kim Kardashian

 

It looks like there's nothing but love between Ariana Grande and her ex-fiancé's new girlfriend, Kim Kardashian.

Kim Kardashian, who recently made her relationship with Pete Davidson Instagram official, took to her Instagram Stories to show off a gift box she received from the R.E.M. beauty founder. Kim tagged both Ariana Grande and her brand, R.E.M Beauty, in her post.

Justin Timberlake And Taylor Swift Calls For Removal Of Confederate Statues

Justin Timberlake is joining a growing list of celebrities calling on their hometowns to remove Confederate monuments and memorabilia amid national anti-racism protests.  

The "Mirrors" singer, 39, wrote on Instagram Monday that his home state of Tennessee "happens to be the home of many many confederate monuments."

"If we plan to move forward, these monuments must come down," Justin Timberlake wrote. "But let’s remember: Removing these statues does not erase our country’s vile history of oppression — removing them is a symbol of respect for Black people in America and it’s a step towards progress and actual equality for all."

Iggy Azalea Gets Playboi Carti A Lamborghini For Christmas

Iggy recently jumped onto her Instagram Story and shared with her followers the special gift she copped Carti for Christmas. In the clip, the Survive the Summer artist presents Carti with a new Lamborghini. “Merry Christmas,” she yells, before jokingly adding, “loser, you dork.”

Love is definitely in the air for Iggy Azalea and Playboi Carti. Although they haven’t officially confirmed they are a couple, this latest Instagram video pretty much says it all.

There’s no word on what Carti got Iggy for Christmas, but we have a feeling these two treat each other all the time. Just for the record, the price range for most Lambos fall between $200,000 and $300,000.

Check out Iggy Azalea surprising Playboi Carti with his expensive Christmas gift below.

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Looks like Iggy Azalea copped a new whip for Playboi Carti.

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