Facebook has introduced a new "reaction" in Italy, namely the emoji with which it is possible to show appreciation for posts, videos and comments on the social network. This is the embrace, which goes alongside the classic upward thumb, the heart, the laughter and the amazed, sad and angry faces.
The arrival of the emoji was announced two weeks ago on Twitter by Alexandru Voica, Facebook manager for the Emea region (Europe, Middle East and Africa), who had described the pictogram as a tool to "support each other in this unprecedented period. "
"Even if we are far apart, we will do it together," reads the message that appears by selecting the emoji on Facebook.
The goal is to enable users to "convey even more affection in this time when many of us are far apart".