"Instagram and Facebook to Sever Cross-Platform Messaging in Upcoming Update"
Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, is ending the ability for Instagram users to chat with Facebook accounts later this month. This move rolls back a feature that was introduced over three years ago, which merged Facebook Messenger with Instagram direct messaging. The change means that Instagram users will no longer be able to start new conversations or calls with Facebook accounts, existing chats will become read-only, and Facebook accounts won't be able to view activity status or message read receipts. The reason for the change is unclear, but it could be related to compliance with Europe's Digital Markets Act or a scaling back of Messenger.