BeReal
Coverage of BeReal in the Nexus archive.
- This startup is betting GIFs and 'micro memes' will be supercharged in the AI era. Read its pitch deck.
Klipy, a GIF and meme content startup, raised $3.8 million from Google's AI Futures Fund and other investors to expand its platform. The company provides an API for apps like BeReal and Canva to integrate GIFs and stickers, targeting growth in AI-driven visual communication.
- Instagram hits the copy button again with new disappearing Instants photos
Instagram introduces a new photo-sharing format called Instants, which are ephemeral photos that can only be shared with close friends or followers who follow back. Instants are available globally in the Instagram app and as a separate app in select countries. The feature allows users to post unedited photos and receive emoji reactions and replies from friends.
- Instagram’s new ‘Instants’ feature combines elements from Snapchat and BeReal
Instagram's new 'Instants' feature allows users to share disappearing photos with Close Friends or mutual followers, which can be viewed only once and remain available for 24 hours. The feature combines elements from Snapchat and BeReal. This new feature is likely to change the way users interact on Instagram.