Meta tests shopping AI chatbot in U.S.

The feature would allow users to request product recommendations, per Bloomberg, and is similar to functions being tested by Google and OpenAI.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 3, 2026

More teen social media bans are coming, but will they work?

While the world attempts to limit underage access to apps, teenagers continue to find new ways to bypass rules and undermine systems.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 2, 2026

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. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 26, 2026

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.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 25, 2026

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.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 24, 2026

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.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 23, 2026

Threads now offers simplified sharing to Instagram

A new share button allows users to add public content automatically to Instagram Stories, potentially increasing views per post.  

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 22, 2026

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.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 22, 2026

Snapchat CEO Criticizes Australia’s Teen Social Media Ban

Snap CEO Evan Spiegel says the restrictions represent a flawed approach and don’t address the biggest problems of online exposure.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 19, 2026

Meta’s AI-Powered Smartwatch Is Slated for Release Later This Year

The latest product in the company’s wearables line will also include health tracking features.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 19, 2026

Research Shows X Amplifies Conservative Political Views

A new study published in Nature found that exposure to the platform’s algorithm had long-term effects on users’ political attitudes.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 19, 2026

Meta Outlines Its Plan To Manage Integrity During the US Midterm Elections

The company’s safety and security measures will include ad restriction policies and artificial intelligence labeling. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 19, 2026

Meta Is Shutting Down Its Messenger Website

Meta also shut down the separate Messenger app for Windows and Mac last year. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 18, 2026

Meta Announces Long-Term Partnership With Nvidia

The deal will ensure that Meta can access the latest hardware for its expanding AI projects. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 18, 2026

YouTube Expands Livestream Donations, Updates Shorts Editing Tools

YouTube is also bringing its AI chatbot to connected TV devices.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 18, 2026

Meta Looks To Sneak Through Facial ID Update

Meta could be looking to sidestep scrutiny on the update by launching it amid political turmoil.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 16, 2026

Threads Adds Basketball Mini Game for NBA All-Star Weekend

Threads is making a bigger push to win over sports fans. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 16, 2026

Russia Blocks WhatsApp, Facebook and Instagram Access

Russian authorities are pushing users toward the government-owned Max app instead.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 12, 2026

Google Says Scam Tactics Are Evolving Through AI Usage

Google has detected a range of ways in which scammers are incorporating AI.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 12, 2026

YouTube Expands Text of Variable Subscriber Notifications

YouTube will send fewer channel notifications if users don't engage with them.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 11, 2026

Meta Kicks off New Data Center Project in Indiana

Meta's 27th data center in the U.S. will help to power its AI ambitions. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 11, 2026

Threads Expands Manual Algorithm Control Option

The option gives users the capacity to change what they see in-feed.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 11, 2026

Bluesky Adds Drafts, Updated Welcome Screen

Bluesky's growth has slowed, but it is seeing some growth early in the new year. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 10, 2026

YouTube Adds Auto Captions When Muted, New AI Feature

The latest feature updates from YouTube.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 10, 2026

Meta Experiments With a New Image Sharing App

The new app would be based on the Shots function that was tested on Instagram.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 10, 2026