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IGTV: Everything You Need To Know About Instagram’s New Feature
Instagram’s plan for world domination is not a new thing. From being just a photo sharing social media app, the platform grew to become a video sharing and messaging service! For a while now, users complained about how Instagram was living off of Snapchat’s ideas. With the new IGTV app, however, the online content sharing app opened up a new world. To put it in simple terms, IGTV is a stand alone video watching app from your favourite Instagram creators. Before you use the app, here is everything to know about the platform’s latest feature!
1. A standalone app which works with Instagram
Not only is IGTV a standalone app, it is also integrated into the social media platform’s user base. For those who want to view only the content without downloading IGTV, they can access the service via a tab within the regular Instagram app.
2. Longer clips
As of now, Instagram lets users view videos only for 60 seconds. With IGTV, one will be able to create videos for longer than a minute. The videos will last for about an hour, putting Instagram at par with YouTube! What makes IGTV all the more interesting is users with verified accounts will be able to host shows and press releases with the new feature.
3. No ads
Instagram stories and Snapchat’s stories caused a major hindrance because of a large number of ads which played on the platform. The new feature promises no ads, at least for the initial part of IGTV. This means you can view and flip through content form your favourite Instagrammers with just a flick! Essentially, IGTV is taking Instagram back to the good ol’ days!
4. Autoplay
IGTV acts on autoplay. with videos playing as soon as the feature is opened. Not only can you flick through content instantaneously, you can also discover original content as soon as you access the new feature.
Through IGTV, Instagram plans on increasing its world domination through installing new features which not only compete with YouTube but make the user experience smoother and better!
OpenAI’s introduction of trusted contact safeguards for potential self-harm cases reflects a major evolution in AI responsibility.
Beyond Moderation
AI safety is shifting from simply blocking harmful content to actively supporting user wellbeing through:
- early risk detection
- human-centered intervention
- stronger emotional safety frameworks
This positions AI as more than an information tool—it becomes part of broader digital support systems.
Key Industry Impact
Trusted contact models could influence future safety standards across:
- AI assistants
- mental health platforms
- social media
- digital health services
The Bigger Challenge
While promising, success depends on balancing:
- privacy
- consent
- ethical intervention
- user trust
Final Take
This move signals that the future of AI safety may rely not just on preventing harmful responses, but on building more responsible, human-connected support systems.
Rozana, India’s leading rural retail platform, has secured ₹290 crore ($35 million) in a Series B funding round led by Bertelsmann India Investments (BII), with participation from Omidyar Network India, Vivid Capital, and Tana Investment Holding. This Rozana funding brings its total capital to over ₹500 crore, fueling hyperlocal expansion in underserved rural markets. Founded in 2021 by brothers Prashant and Prateek Chauhan, the startup’s phygital model blends micro-stores, app-based ordering, and last-mile delivery to connect 5 million+ users in 12 states with brands like ITC and HUL.
The ₹290 crore investment will supercharge Rozana’s rural omnichannel retail strategy, targeting 5x growth in 18 months. Plans include adding 5,000 micro-stores in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Rajasthan; AI-powered inventory tech; and new categories like groceries and electronics. By empowering 20,000+ rural micro-entrepreneurs, Rozana taps into India’s $700 billion rural retail boom, where smartphone penetration and UPI drive 12% annual growth.
This Rozana Series B milestone positions it as a frontrunner against rivals like Ninjacart, eyeing unicorn status by 2028 amid ONDC tailwinds. CEO Prashant Chauhan emphasized, “We’re building rural prosperity through accessible premium brands.” For more on Rozana funding news and rural retail trends, stay updated on India’s startup ecosystem.
Peak XV Partners has launched three new funds totaling $1.3 billion, targeting India’s booming startup ecosystem. The lineup features the $600M Surge fund (8th edition) for early-stage ventures, a $300M Growth Fund for Series B+ scaling, and a $400M Acceleration Fund for rapid portfolio expansion. This commitment arrives as India’s VC inflows rebound, with AI and fintech leading 2026 trends.
These funds build on Peak XV’s legacy of backing unicorns like Zomato and Pine Labs, offering founders capital plus strategic guidance amid post-winter recovery. Early-stage deals surged 20% last year per Tracxn, positioning Peak XV to fuel the next wave of innovation in SaaS, climate tech, and consumer plays.
For startups eyeing Peak XV new funds or Surge fund 2026 applications, this signals prime opportunities. Investors and marketers should watch for deployment updates India remains a global VC hotspot.
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