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Free to Fee: Meta Rolls Out Paid Subscriptions to Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp

Summary by The Citizen
Meta has shattered its long-standing “free forever” ethos with the global launch of paid consumer subscriptions. The company has launched paid subscription plans for its flagship apps, marking a major push by the tech giant to diversify beyond its longtime reliance on advertising revenue. Subscriptions The move comes as Meta faces investor scrutiny over its massive artificial intelligence (AI) spending. Meta has projected capital expenditure, ma…

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Millions of people use Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp every day for free, but that could partially change in the future. Meta, the company behind these popular platforms, is testing new subscription plans that would offer exclusive features, advanced tools, and customization options for those willing to pay a monthly fee. The initiative has generated interest because it could mark a significant shift in the company's business model, which has…

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Periódico Expreso - Más Cerca de Ti broke the news on Monday, June 1, 2026.
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