Meta rolls out Manus AI assistance tools for marketers

Meta has added Manus, the AI agent platform it recently acquired, into several business elements.

LinkedIn adds seventh in-app puzzle game

LinkedIn says that millions of users play its in-app puzzle games every day.

YouTube launches AI-powered Reimagine option for Shorts

The feature enables Shorts viewers to generate their own videos based on a scene from a clip.

YouTube expands livestream gifts to users in Korea

The option will provide Korean livestreamers with another means to generate revenue from their content. 

Reddit partners with Pacvue to expand ad access

The deal will make it easier for more retailers to advertise on the app.

Snapchat retires separate Bitmoji app

Bitmoji characters will remain an element of Snapchat.

Pinterest shares rising trends in new report

The trends are based on search activity in the app.

YouTube partners with FIFA on exclusive World Cup elements

The deal will enable FIFA media partners to post a range of content to the platform.

Report finds Reddit ads drive strong performance for retailers

Fospha's State of Retail Marketing report looks at rising sources of product discovery and sales activity. 

Meta switches up its ad transparency labels in-stream

The change will reduce the presence of Meta's ad disclosure labels.

X experiments with pre-share alerts for AI content

In-stream pop-ups could have a significant impact on reducing the spread of AI-generated misinformation. 

YouTube underlines commitment to musicians amid rising use of AI

YouTube paid over $8 billion to the music industry between July 2024 and June 2025.

Teenagers sue X over AI-generated naked images

The lawsuit could lead to another potential penalty over X's controversial AI chatbot.

Reddit shares insight into the growth of sports fandoms

The report looks at how Redditors are engaging with sports, and the related opportunities for brands. 

Meta switches to Comscore Markets data for auto ads

The change will provide more insight into local audiences and relative reach. 

Meta ends end-to-end encryption on Instagram

Privacy advocates have criticized the move, while some regulators will welcome increased transparency.

X adds simplified AI video generation from multiple images

Grok users will be able to generate video that incorporates up to seven input images. 

Meta adds more measures to ensure original creators get credit

It's the latest step in Meta's efforts to develop strong relationships with original content creators, including by providing more recognition and opportunity.

X commits to altering its verification program in EU

EU regulators have threatened X with penalties if it fails to provide clarity to users on its revised checkmark program. 

Instagram tests links in post captions for paying users

As part of the test, select Meta Verified subscribers can add up to 10 links to their Instagram post captions each month.  

LinkedIn shares tips on optimizing post content for AI chatbots

The platform published a new guide outlining how users can enhance their content to improve their chances of appearing in AI answers.

Snapchat to host AR exhibition at SXSW with Jonathan Yeo

The app partnered with the portrait artist to showcase the potential for interactive creation and give visitors a chance to test Snap’s coming AR glasses.

Facebook adds AI-powered updates to Marketplace

New features include AI suggestions for listing summaries, prepaid shipping labels and AI-generated profile summaries.

LinkedIn tests out AI-powered interview screening

The feature will allow hiring professionals to manage initial candidate assessments using AI interviewers. 

LinkedIn updates its Feed algorithm

A series of revamped systems will cater more effectively to user interests and better understand contextual relevance.