Social Media Updates
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Retrieved from Connor Hayes/Threads on April 17, 2026
Threads updates reply format and web UI
The platform will now feature indented responses below posts, as well as a web version that more closely aligns with the app experience.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 16, 2026 -
Retrieved from Meta on June 02, 2023
Meta raises the price of its Quest VR headsets
The company attributed the increases to rising hardware costs, but the move may also point to a larger strategy to step back from its metaverse plans.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 16, 2026 -
Retrieved from Pew Research on April 16, 2026
Social media has positive benefits for teens: report
Pew Research findings indicate that Snapchat, TikTok and Instagram play a critical role in keeping teens connected with friends, family and the world.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 15, 2026 -
Retrieved from Meta on April 16, 2026
Meta simplifies ad performance elements
An artificial intelligence-enhanced setup will streamline Meta Pixel, while Conversions API will now offer a one-click option.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 15, 2026 -
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EU officials explore plans for teen social media bans
Emmanuel Macron, president of France, is spearheading an initiative to prohibit teens under age 15 from accessing the apps.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 14, 2026 -
Retrieved from Meta on April 15, 2026
Meta announces date for 2026 Conversations event
The annual messaging conference will be held June 3 and showcase artificial intelligence innovations and upgrades to WhatsApp, Messenger and IG Direct.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 14, 2026 -
Retrieved from YouTube on April 15, 2026
YouTube expands C-SPAN partnership
The move is part of a larger celebration honoring the 250th anniversary of the U.S. that will also include a new America 250 hub.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 14, 2026 -
Retrieved from Threads on July 12, 2023
Meta updates Threads API with more third-party app integrations
Changes include new ways to schedule and publish content and manage engagement.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 14, 2026 -
Retrieved from UploadVR on September 16, 2025
Advocacy groups warn against adding facial recognition to Meta AI glasses
A coalition of civil liberties, domestic violence, reproductive rights, LGBTQ+, labor and immigrant advocacy groups has expressed concerns, according to Wired.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 13, 2026 -
Retrieved from YouTube on April 14, 2026
4 new engagement options for YouTube creators
The platform announced updated gift access, ad-free windows and the ability to customize streams for multiple screens.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 13, 2026 -
Retrieved from YouTube on April 11, 2023
YouTube to increase the cost of its Premium service
The platform is raising individual prices by $2 per month and family prices by $4 per month, with the rate hikes set to take effect in June, according to 9 to 5 Google.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 12, 2026 -
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Most EU residents don’t trust firms in the US or China with their data
A new survey from Politico found that the vast majority of EU web users trust tech companies in their home region significantly more.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 12, 2026 -
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WhatsApp partners with Arsenal Football Club
The deal launched with a documentary premiere and will include exclusive digital experiences for fans in the official WhatsApp Channel.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 9, 2026 -
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Meta removes ads that encourage litigation against the company
Facebook and Instagram ads from U.S. law firms including Morgan & Morgan and Sokolove Law have been deactivated, according to Axios.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 9, 2026 -
Retrieved from YouTube on February 01, 2024
YouTube tests 90-second unskippable ads on CTV
The company’s overview of nonskippable ads still lists 60-second ads as the maximum length available, but a Reddit user discovered longer segments.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 8, 2026 -
Retrieved from LinkedIn on April 30, 2020
LinkedIn adds video playback speed controls
Users can now decide whether to play in-stream videos at half speed or double speed, providing new ways to engage with short-form clips.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 8, 2026 -
Retrieved from Meta on April 09, 2026
Meta Superintelligence launches Muse Spark AI model
The company said this is the first in a series of large language models intended to reimagine its entire artificial development stack.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 8, 2026 -
Retrieved from Nikita Bier/X on April 08, 2026
X expands AI translations and adds in-stream photo editing
The app also updated reply settings, allowing paying users to give second-degree connections the ability to comment on posts.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 7, 2026 -
Retrieved from YouTube on January 15, 2022
YouTube expands Media Kit insights and adds AI tools
New demographic data points could be valuable for brand partners, while Google’s latest Nano Banana model will help with image generation.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 7, 2026 -
Retrieved from Threads on July 12, 2023
Meta looks to grow Threads in Japan
The new profile will be used to share Japan-specific information for users as Meta continues to challenge X for dominance in the microcontent sphere.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 6, 2026 -
Retrieved from Meta on November 23, 2022
Meta will soon release new AI models developed by Alexandr Wang
The company plans to eventually offer open source versions as its Superintelligence group works to catch up with industry benchmarks, per Axios.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 6, 2026 -
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Authorities need to establish clearer rules on social media age checking
There will be gaps in enforcement until there is a definitive solution to ensure that the same standards apply to all platforms.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 5, 2026 -
Retrieved from Meta on January 15, 2022
Meta pauses all contracts with Mercor after breach
The data contracting firm works with all the major AI providers, including Anthropic, OpenAI and Meta, and was hit by hackers last week, per Wired.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 5, 2026 -
Retrieved from TikTok on August 04, 2020
TikTok and ACRCloud partner on Derivative Works Detection system
The enhanced protections will help musicians who use the app’s SoundOn service identify misused audio tracks and combat copyright violations.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 5, 2026 -
Retrieved from YouTube on April 03, 2026
YouTube experiments with TV-style channels for CTV viewing
The feature will launch with “Coachella TV” in April and offer 24/7 streaming access to archival performances and 2026 festival highlights.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 2, 2026
