Google Discover Evolves into a Multimedia Hub, Integrating Instagram, X, and YouTube

Google Discover is evolving from a news-focused tool into a personalised multimedia hub that will incorporate posts from Instagram and X, as well as YouTube Shorts, all within a single feed. The rollout will begin gradually over the coming weeks, with Discover offering richer interaction options such as viewing short clips in the feed, browsing social posts, and opening a creator’s profile page for previews before following.

In addition to the content expansion, Google is introducing a new following feature so users can prioritise posts from specific creators, media outlets, or channels. The update mirrors the recently introduced Preferred News Sources setting in Google Search, giving users greater control over what appears in their Discover feed. According to Google, most users want a broader range of content beyond news, and every post or video will include a preview to help users decide what to keep in their regular browsing. The shift aligns with the growing role of YouTube Shorts and strengthens Discover as a multi-format content gateway.