Social Media Updates
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Retrieved from Reddit on April 29, 2023
Reddit Puts More Focus on Automated Targeting in Ads Manager
Reddit says that its automated targeting tools are driving better response across all objectives.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 9, 2025 -
Retrieved from WhatsApp on April 28, 2020
WhatsApp Plans To Allow Usernames
The change will enable users to hide their phone number in WhatsApp chats.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 6, 2025 -
Retrieved from Jonah Manzano/Threads on November 06, 2025
Threads Adds Time Management Options
But you don't have to, your phone can't tell you what to do.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 5, 2025 -
Retrieved from YouTube on April 29, 2021
YouTube Removes Pro-Palestinian Content After Government Request
The U.S. government called for the removals, highlighting another case of censorship.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 5, 2025 -
Retrieved from WhatsApp on November 05, 2025
WhatsApp Launches Official Apple Watch App
Now you can keep up with your WhatsApp chats while on the go.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 4, 2025 -
Retrieved from Bluesky on November 03, 2025
Bluesky Reaches 40M Users — So Should Your Brand Be on It?
Bluesky has a growing community of dedicated, knowledgeable users.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 2, 2025 -
Retrieved from Reddit on October 31, 2025
Reddit Posts Another Big Revenue Result in Q3
Reddit continues to drive more interest as people come for human insights.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 30, 2025 -
Retrieved from WhatsApp on October 31, 2025
WhatsApp Adds Passkey Protection for Chat Backups
The option will add another padlock to your personal WhatsApp chest of secrets.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 30, 2025 -
Threads Adds Reply Approvals, Activity Feed Filters
More ways to manage your Threads engagement, though it could also help to hide critics.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 30, 2025 -
Retrieved from Threads on July 12, 2023
Threads Reaches 150M Daily Active Users
Another growth milestone for Meta's Twitter replacement.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 29, 2025 -
Retrieved from YouTube on April 29, 2021
YouTube Updates Restrictions on Gaming and Gambling Content
If it looks like a real human is being mutilated, even in video game form, it is probably going to get restricted
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 29, 2025 -
Retrieved from YouTube on October 30, 2025
YouTube Adds New CTV Display Updates, Including AI Upscaling
With more people watching on their TV sets, YouTube is looking to help creators maximize their CTV opportunities.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 29, 2025 -
Retrieved from EXPOSUREEE/YouTube on June 02, 2025
YouTube Provides Opt Out for Livestream Leaderboards
YouTube is also changing the name of the copyright tab in YouTube Studio.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 28, 2025 -
Retrieved from Threads on October 28, 2025
Threads Launches Ghost Posts That Disappear
Will this get more people posting their thoughts in the app?
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 27, 2025 -
Retrieved from Adam Mosseri/Threads on October 27, 2025
Instagram Adds Watch History for Reels
The feature will make it easier to find videos that weren’t saved.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 26, 2025 -
Retrieved from YouTube on October 24, 2025
YouTube Paid Out $8B to the Music Industry Over the Past Year
YouTube continues to provide a valuable pathway for creative talent.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 23, 2025 -
Retrieved from YouTube on October 24, 2025
YouTube Shares More Info on Its ‘Ask Studio’ AI Bot
The tool will provide insights into how to optimize your YouTube content.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 23, 2025 -
Meta Replaces Staff With AI, Continues To Spend Big on Development
Meta's push towards AI superintelligence continues to evolve.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 23, 2025 -
Retrieved from Reddit on April 29, 2023
Reddit Launches Legal Action To Block AI Companies From Scraping Its Data
With more AI projects seeking large datasets, Reddit is looking to ensure that it gets its fair share of profits.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 22, 2025 -
Retrieved from YouTube on October 23, 2025
YouTube Adds AI-Powered Q&A Stickers, Shorts Viewing Time Limits
The latest feature drop from YouTube also includes a couple of Halloween-themed elements.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 22, 2025 -
Retrieved from YouTube on April 29, 2021
YouTube Shares More Info on Reinstating Previously Banned Channels
The main aim of the initiative is to counter incorrectly applied bans during COVID.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 22, 2025 -
Social Media CEOs To Appear Before Trial Over Teen Social Risks
The CEOs of Facebook, Instagram and Snap will have to take part in a new trial.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 21, 2025 -
Retrieved from YouTube on October 22, 2025
YouTube Previews Its Upcoming Likeness Detection Tool
The system will use facial scans to detect depictions of your image across video uploads.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 21, 2025 -
Edits Adds Halloween Effects, Updated Voiceover Recording Options
Spooky fonts and effects, as well as updated voiceover recording options.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 21, 2025 -
Retrieved from YouTube on October 20, 2025
YouTube Shares New Report on the Growth of In-App Shopping
YouTube is driving more shopping activity, providing expanded opportunities for creators and brands.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2025