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Retrieved from Threads on July 08, 2023
Instagram Chief Offers More Insight into Content Ranking in Threads
The Threads team is looking to take a different approach to content ranking in the app.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 3, 2023 -
Retrieved from Reddit on December 01, 2023
Reddit Provides Insights Into Its International Growth Efforts
The platform reports it is seeing double-digit growth in users outside the U.S.
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Retrieved from WhatsApp on December 01, 2023
WhatsApp Adds Chat Lock Codes for Extra Privacy
Another way to further secure private WhatsApp chats.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 30, 2023 -
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Threads Expands Keyword Search to All Regions
The Threads team is taking a cautious approach to each new element.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 30, 2023 -
Retrieved from TikTok on December 01, 2023
TikTok’s New ‘Artist Accounts’ Help Promote Emerging Musicians
TikTok has become a key platform for music promotion.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 30, 2023 -
Retrieved from Threads on July 12, 2023
Meta to Launch Threads in the EU Next Month
Meta is apparently confident that the app can meet new privacy regulations in the region.
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Retrieved from YouTube on November 30, 2023
YouTube Adds New Analytics Cards, Simplifies Its ‘Product Drops’ Feature
The latest feature updates for YouTube, including live drops, and a TV app test.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 29, 2023 -
Retrieved from Reddit on November 30, 2023
Reddit Unveils Branding Refresh, Including an Updated ‘Snoo’ Character
The next step in Reddit's broader realignment effort.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 29, 2023 -
Retrieved from Reddit on November 29, 2023
Reddit Adds New ‘Creative’ Certification to Its Ads Formula Marketing Education Platform
A new way to learn more about Reddit ads best practices and showcase that knowledge.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 28, 2023 -
Retrieved from X on October 05, 2023
X Is Bringing Post Headlines Back to Link Previews In-Stream
Some good, pre-Thanksgiving news from Elon and team.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 22, 2023 -
Retrieved from Android Police on May 11, 2023
YouTube Steps up Its Fight Against Ad Blockers With Load Delays
YouTube's had enough of users cutting off its ads.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 21, 2023 -
Retrieved from Meta on March 23, 2022
Meta Provides Expanded Access to Its Content and Library API To Facilitate Data Research
Meta's Content and Library API provides expanded data access to approved research partners.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 21, 2023 -
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The Chaos at OpenAI Could Benefit Social Platform AI Projects
With the dust still yet to settle, many are now wondering what comes next for the AI field?
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 20, 2023 -
Retrieved from Facebook on April 23, 2021
Facebook’s Removing Its ‘Hobbies’ Section From User Profiles
In fairness, you may not have been aware that it existed.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 20, 2023 -
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Meta Highlights What’s Driving Threads Engagement
With more brands reconsidering their X presence, Threads is getting more focus.
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Retrieved from Google on November 21, 2023
Google Unveils Its Fourth Annual ‘Black Owned Friday’ Business Showcase
The initiative aims to shine a spotlight on Black-owned brands during the broader sales event.
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Retrieved from WhatsApp on November 18, 2023
Whatsapp Announces New Sponsorship Deal With Mercedes F1 Team
The deal will see the Mercedes team post exclusive content in the messaging app.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 17, 2023 -
Retrieved from Meta on November 17, 2023
Meta Brings Inbox Notes to Messenger
Notes have performed well on Instagram.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2023 -
Retrieved from Google on November 17, 2023
Google Adds More Generative AI Elements To Search
Some interesting new updates to Google's AI-based SGE experience.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2023 -
Retrieved from Snapchat on November 17, 2023
Snapchat Publishes New Data Showing App Facilitates More Positive User Experiences
The study looked at how people physically respond when using different social apps.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2023 -
Retrieved from YouTube on April 29, 2021
YouTube Loosens Monetization Restrictions on Depictions of Breastfeeding and ‘Sensual Dancing’
The changes will enable more creators to monetize their content.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2023 -
Retrieved from TikTok on November 17, 2023
TikTok Adds In-Stream AR Effects Creation Flow, Enabling All Users To Create AR Experiences
Now, you can create your own AR experiences in the app.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2023 -
Retrieved from Meta on November 17, 2023
Meta Previews New Generative AI Tools To Facilitate Video and Image Creation From Text Prompts
The new tools could facilitate a range of new creation opportunities.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2023 -
Retrieved from YouTube on November 17, 2023
YouTube Launches New Experiment To Support AI Music Creation
YouTube's looking to get ahead of the coming wave of AI deepfakes and replicas.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2023 -
Retrieved from Pew Research on November 16, 2023
New Report Shows More People Are Now Getting News Content via TikTok
TikTok’s becoming a more influential news source. Is that a good thing?
By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 15, 2023
