Social Platforms Launch New Initiatives to Celebrate Black History Month

February is Black History Month, and all the major social platforms have launched new programs to mark the occasion.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 1, 2021

Facebook Tests New Prompts to Encourage Users to Allow Data Tracking as IDFA Changes Loom

Facebook is looking to provide more context on data tracking a means to negate the expected impacts of a coming change in iOS.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 1, 2021

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A look at the recent top stories in social media and what they mean for marketers.

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In the Wake of the Trump Era, Facebook is Taking Key Steps to Evolve its Content Approach

Facebook has taken some early, key steps in improving its systems in the wake of the Trump era.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 31, 2021

Facebook's Daily Active Usage Has Stalled in the US - A Sign of Concern for The Social Network?

Facebook's daily active usage remained flat in the US throughout 2020. Is that a concern for The Social Network? 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 31, 2021

Facebook Reports Record Revenue and Warns of Apple's Privacy Changes

CEO Mark Zuckerberg cautioned that small businesses will no longer be able to reach their customers with targeted ads due to Apple's planned changes to IDFA.

By Robert Williams • Jan. 28, 2021

The Perfect Social Media Posting Schedule for Your Business in 2021 [Infographic]

Explore new benchmark data around the best times, days and frequency to post on social media. 

By Mark Walker-Ford • Jan. 26, 2021

Facebook Begins Rolling Out 'Facebook News' in UK

Facebook News, Facebook's curated and personalized news tab in the native app, has officially launched in the UK.

By Emma Wiltshire • Jan. 25, 2021

Facebook Announces New App Login Parameters to Assist with Transition to Apple's IDFA Update

Facebook has announced new login options within its SDK to ensure app developers can continue to gather user data in light of the coming IDFA changes. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 21, 2021

Facebook's New, Independent Oversight Board Will Make Final Ruling on Decision to Ban Trump

Facebook has referred its decision to ban the account of former US President Donald Trump to its recently activated Oversight Board.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 21, 2021

Facebook Launches Updated 'Account Quality' Dashboard to Help Businesses Address Concerns

Facebook is adding a new dashboard to help businesses keep track of any suspended ads or impacted posts as a result of rule violations.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 20, 2021

Facebook Updates its Automated Alt Text Process to Identify More Objects Within Posted Images

Facebook has announced a significant update to its Automatic Alt Text process for posted images.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 19, 2021

Facebook Blocks Creation of Events Near Capitol, Halts Ads for Weapons in Lead-Up to Inauguration Day

Facebook is implementing extra measures to protect against potential unrest at the inauguration of incoming US President Joe Biden.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 18, 2021

Facebook's Removing the 'Our Story' Section from Pages Next Month

Facebook is removing the 'Our Story' section from Pages next month, which will change how your content is presented to Page visitors.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 15, 2021

WhatsApp Delays Privacy Policy Update in Order to Further Address User Concerns

WhatsApp has halted a planned update to its usage terms after many users misunderstood what the update would mean for their personal information.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 15, 2021

Facebook Shares New Insights into Emerging Shopping Trends

Facebook has published a new, 64-page report on emerging retail and shopping trends to help guide your approach.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 13, 2021

Facebook Shares New Insights Into Emerging Trends in eCommerce and Digital Engagement [Infographic]

Facebook recently surveyed 12,500 people to glean some insights into emerging trends in online consumption, brand interaction, group engagement and more.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 13, 2021

Facebook Launches New Business Equality Center to Provide Organizational Guidance

Facebook has launched a new Business Equality Center to help businesses improve their approach to diversity and representation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 13, 2021

New Report Underlines the Growth of TikTok, eCommerce, and Other Key Mobile Trends

Mobile analytics provider App Annie has published its latest 'State of Mobile' report which looks at key industry trends and shifts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 13, 2021

Facebook Adds New Safety Check and Live Video Enhancements for Workplace

Facebook has announced some new enhancements to its Workplace platform as it looks to help more businesses maintain connection with remote employees.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 12, 2021

Facebook Takes Down Record Number of Networks for 'Coordinated Inauthentic Behavior' in December

Facebook took down a record 17 networks for Coordinated Inauthentic Behavior last month.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 12, 2021

WhatsApp Seeks to Clarify Data-Sharing Update Following User Backlash

WhatsApp recently announced a change in how it shares user data with parent company Facebook, which has many users spooked.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 12, 2021

New Research Shows that 71% of Americans Now Get News Content via Social Platforms

Pew Research has published its latest study into social media news consumption, which underlines the significant role that social apps now play in distributing critical information.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 12, 2021

Facebook Looks to Provide More Data Transparency with Revamped 'Access Your Information' Tool

Facebook has revamped its personal data access tool to make it easier for users to find out what data Facebook's tracking

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 12, 2021

Facebook Appoints New VP of Civil Rights as it Looks to Update its Approach to Inclusion and Respresentation

Facebook has appointed a new VP of Civil Rights as part of its efforts to evolve its policies around inclusion and representation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 11, 2021

Facebook Will Remove Posts That Include the Phrase 'Stop the Steal' In the Lead-Up to Inauguration Day

Facebook is stepping up its enforcement of election misinformation in the lead-up to inauguration day in the US.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 11, 2021