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Instagram DMs Just Got A New Location-Sharing Feature

The latest platform update also lets you add nicknames for yourself and your contacts in private chats.

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2 months ago

November 26, 2024

Nour Nasir

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On Monday, a new Instagram update dropped offering several new features for DMs. The platform now allows you to share your live location with contacts and gains the ability to add nicknames to chats, along with 300 new stickers to share in conversations.

The location-sharing feature is switched off by default and can be enabled for up to one hour, making it extremely useful for concerts or crowded events. Only people in your private (one-to-one or group) DMs can see location data, and they can’t forward the information to anyone outside of the chat.

Another new feature, Nicknames, allows you to add custom aliases for yourself and friends inside DMs. Instagram says the feature is ideal to “share an inside joke with a nickname, or simplify lengthy usernames so your friends are easier to recognize”.

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Nicknames only appear in DMs, and can’t be seen elsewhere on Instagram. Users can pick or swap nicknames and choose which friends have permission to change theirs. To create a new alias, simply tap on a chat name at the top of a conversation and select “Nicknames”.

Finally, Instagram has also added 17 new sticker packs containing 300+ individual stickers. The new additions can be added to DMs and favorites can be set for easy repeat use.

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Skyloov Shakes Up UAE Real Estate Sector With Record Growth

Launched in October 2024, the property portal is already recording an impressive 2.7 million monthly visitors.

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4 days ago

January 27, 2025

Nour Nasir

skyloov shakes up uae real estate sector with record growth

Skyloov, the UAE’s newest real estate platform, has gained huge traction since launching in October 2024. Focused on “innovation, transparency, and user empowerment,” the startup has quickly positioned itself as a major player in the region’s competitive property market.

In just a few months, Skyloov has recorded an impressive 2.7 million monthly visitors — an indicator of how well it’s resonating with UAE buyers, renters, and investors. The portal already boasts 110,000 property listings spanning all seven emirates, 1,000 licensed brokers, and over 70,000 daily property searches.

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“Skyloov is not just another property portal; it’s a game-changer in how real estate is discovered and sold,” said Dr. Abdulaziz Albwardi, Chairman of the Board at Skyloov. “Our achievements in such a short time reflect our commitment to offering a transparent and innovative platform that meets the evolving needs of property seekers and brokers alike. We are here to challenge the status quo and empower our users to succeed in a competitive market”.

What sets Skyloov apart is its cutting-edge technology and user-centric design. Features like AI-powered property matchmaking and voice-activated search within its mobile app make finding the perfect property simple and intuitive. The platform’s integration with the Dubai Land Department (DLD) also ensures every listing is verified, offering users peace of mind in their search. Meanwhile, brokers benefit from an array of listing and management tools, supported by real-time analytics that the company claims deliver high-quality leads and tangible results.

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Skyloov’s rapid success makes it one of the fastest-growing platforms in the UAE’s real estate market, and the company is already laying the groundwork to become the leading property portal in the entire MENA region. By continuing to prioritize innovation, transparency, and user empowerment, Skyloov is not just competing — it’s setting new benchmarks for the industry.