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  X adds two aspect ratio options for in-stream ads

  The new options are aligned with the more compact formatting style popularized across other apps.

  X (Twitter)

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  Threads tests simplified DM connection in-stream

  The new process is being tested in the U.S. and Canada, and allows users to activate direct messaging by typing in a post. 

  Social Media Updates

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  Instagram will alert parents when teens search for self-harm content

  The new safety measure will roll out on the Meta-owned app in the U.S., Canada, the U.K. and Australia over the coming weeks.

  Instagram

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  Google introduces next iteration of AI image generation model

  With Nano Banana 2, the company merged the capabilities of Nano Banana and Nano Banana Pro, combining all the tools into a single app.

  Content Marketing

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  Creators express frustration with Instagram’s latest AI experiment

  A shopping test in the Meta-owned app is being criticized for displaying products influencers don’t endorse and tags that could compete with pre-existing brand deals.

  Social Marketing

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  TikTok releases its 2026 Discover List

  The sixth iteration of the app’s annual roundup highlighted 50 top creators across five categories. 

  TikTok

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  FBI investigates X over nude images generated by Grok

  The artificial intelligence platform was also used to generate professional complaints, according to a report from 404 Media in collaboration with Court Watch.

  X (Twitter)

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  Instagram’s connected TV app comes to US Google TV devices

  The expansion will allow users to watch Reels on their televisions and provide big screen viewing capabilities for Instagram content.

  Instagram

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  YouTube expands voice replies to all creators, adds new Shorts remix options

  The platform also enhanced its Premium Lite subscription program as parent company Google looks to drive revenue for the business.

  Social Media Updates

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  Snapchat announces new awards show designed to spotlight creators

  The Snappys will be hosted by Snap Star Matt Friend and include a lifetime achievement award for DJ Khaled.

  Snapchat

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  Google rolls out updates to image and video tool Flow AI

  New features include an updated user interface, more intuitive editing tools and the ability to generate videos from images using text prompts.

  Content Marketing

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  Pinterest publishes inaugural Parenting Trend Report

  The research highlighted seven key trends and showcased how parents are using Pins to plan vacations and create at-home activities.

  Pinterest

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  TikTok expands its MLB partnership agreement

  The multiyear deal builds on an existing agreement with the league and will offer exclusive in-app content, including highlights and insights.

  TikTok

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  LinkedIn shares top skills on the rise in marketing for 2026

  Social media branding, community engagement and performance analysis were all key trends highlighted in the platform’s annual list. 

  LinkedIn

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  Meta signs long-term supply deal with AMD for AI hardware

  The partnership builds on the companies’ existing collaboration and will help expand Meta’s compute power.

  Social Media Updates

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  Dept. of Defense signs deal with xAI

  The partnership will allow defense applications and military systems to work with Grok’s models, per an Axios report.

  Updated Feb. 25, 2026

  X (Twitter)

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  LinkedIn ID verification partner Persona under fire for security concerns

  A researcher from The Local Stack reported potential data collection questions, leading companies including Discord to reevaluate the system.

  LinkedIn

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  Professional AI adoption could unlock up to $4.1 trillion capacity for US

  A new report from LinkedIn found that more needs to be done in order to maximize the benefit of artificial intelligence in the workforce.

  LinkedIn

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  X plans to combat AI-generated content while promoting Grok

  The platform’s head of product announced anti-bot detection measures, while its chatbot is being widely offered to assist with post creation.

  X (Twitter)

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  Film studio association issues new censure against ByteDance’s AI tool

  The Motion Picture Association sent a strongly worded letter to the Seedance owner demanding that it stop training on copyrighted material, per Variety.

  Social Media Updates

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  Instagram emphasizes Reels in new design update

  Customizable feed options and a new Your Feeds center give users another way to access Reels content, according to an app researcher.

  Instagram

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  X tests AI labeling to combat the rise of generated content

  The app is working on a process that would require users to label posts created using artificial intelligence tools, according to an app researcher.

  X (Twitter)

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  X appeals $140M penalty from the EU Commission

  In a post from the platform’s Global Government Affairs team, X questioned the original investigation and called the challenge a “landmark case.”

  X (Twitter)

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  Brands see biggest growth on TikTok but organic reach is slowing on Instagram

  The 2026 Social Media Benchmarks report from Emplifi also showed flat to negative follower growth on X, as well as the latest metrics for LinkedIn and Facebook.

  Social Marketing

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  WhatsApp adds catch-up function to group chats

  The platform’s Group Message History will give admins the option of forwarding up to 100 previously submitted messages to new members.

  Social Media Updates

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