Instagram direct messages are protected by end-to-end encryption. But in the next few weeks, all of that changes.

Instagram says its goal is to make voice-based conversations more expressive and encourage greater use of voice messaging in private chats.

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Instagram has rolled out a fun new AI-powered effect for voice notes in DMs. The new feature gives users eight filters to choose from — including Chipmunk, Robot, and Stadium. Here is everything you ...

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