Elon Outlines Plans to Power-Up xAI, Open Source AI Models

Elon Musk is hoping to significantly boost xAI's processing power over the next few years. 

IG Chief Says Longer Captions Won’t Increase Reach

Also, a look at those weird, unrelated captions on IG posts. 

Bluesky Shuts Down in Mississippi Due to New Age Verification Laws

Bluesky says it can't adhere to the state's new age restriction laws. 

TikTok Sees Big Revenue Increase in the UK Market

TikTok's business is stabilizing outside the U.S.

Instagram Adds Virtual Pets for Instagram and Horizon Worlds

The tool allows users to create and customize their own virtual pet. 

5 Trends Shaping Social Media Marketing So Far in 2025

The biggest developments that shaped social media marketing in the first half of the year and could be a consideration for the upcoming holiday push.

Instagram Adds Reels Linking for Multipart Content

Now you can create longer narratives via Reels clips.

Meta Adds More AI-Powered Ad Options for Holiday Planning

A range of new AI-powered ad tools and improved creator collaboration features.

X Publishes Guide to NFL Engagement and Opportunities

New insights to help you plan for the upcoming NFL season. 

Meta Rolls Out Changes to Its Ad Billing Settings

Meta will now charge you at launch for your campaigns.

Google Expands AI Mode to More Regions

Google is also rolling out more AI search elements.  

TikTok Joins INTA Counterfeit Goods Education Initiative

TikTok will look to expand its efforts to combat fake product listings. 

Pinterest Highlights Key Shopping Trends for Fall

The latest trend notes based on Pinterest engagement activity. 

TikTok Implements Hashtag Limit

The move seemingly aims to improve the presentation of clips in-stream. 

LinkedIn Outlines New Measures To Combat Fake Engagement

LinkedIn has officially noted that it will reduce the visibility of comments made via automation tools.

Google Adds Conversational AI Image Editing to Pixel Devices

Handy AI editing updates for Google's Pixel camera.

YouTube Launches Effects Maker for Shorts, New Comment Controls

Effects Maker will allow creators to manage Shorts effects.

Meta Rolls Out AI-Powered Audio Translations for Video

A new way to communicate with a different audience.

TikTok Adds Campus Verification To Help College Students Connect

A new way for students to find friends on campus.

TikTok Enables Livestreamers To Perform Specific Actions for Donations

Livestreamers can set up "Viewer Wishes" that they'll respond to on livestreams.

TikTok Announces New Content Partnership With the ATP

The partnership will bring exclusive tennis content to the app.

TikTok Announces Finale of ‘Music on Stage’ Competition

TikTok continues to reinforce its connection to the music industry.

YouTube Adds ‘Trim Silence’ Option to Podcast Playback

A new option for a more custom podcast listening experience.

Instagram Considers Counting Screenshots in Its Engagement Metrics

A new consideration for your IG strategy?

Social Media Giants Wait on EU Trade Deal Details

Meta and other social media providers could be major beneficiaries of a new U.S.-EU trade agreement.