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Retrieved from Pinterest on May 01, 2021
Pinterest's VP of Tech Outlines its Evolving Efforts to Maximize Inclusion and Cater to All Users
Pinterest is working to maximize inclusion, in various ways, as explained by the platform's SVP of Engineering Jeremy King.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 25, 2021 -
Retrieved from Facebook on July 24, 2021
Facebook Adds New Features for the Tokyo Olympics, Including a Games Hub and AR Effects
Facebook's added a range of features, across all of its apps, to help fans engaged with the event.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 23, 2021 -
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Bjork, Marten. Retrieved from Unsplash.
TrendlineShifting Social Media Consumer Behavior and Its Impact on Marketers in 2021
We were all curious to see what the world would look like in 2021. Now we know, the social media trends born through the pandemic are here to stay — at least for now. We've selected a few of the most significant reports from Q1 of 2021. Individually, each post holds unique data and valuable insights into the current state of social media consumers. As a collection, you'll be able to see a more complete picture of the world marketers are interacting with today.
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Retrieved from Twitter on April 27, 2021
Twitter Posts Steady Increases in Users and Revenue for Q2, with Good Growth in Ad Spend
Twitter's performance numbers are strong, showing that it is moving in the right direction on several fronts.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 22, 2021 -
Retrieved from Jane Manchun Wong/Twitter on July 23, 2021
Twitter is Testing New Vocal Effects Options for Spaces, Which Could Help to Reduce Speaker Anxiety
The option could help people feel more comfortable hearing their own voice.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 22, 2021 -
Courtesy of Facebook
Facebook Adds New Emoji Search Options in Messenger, Space Jam Chat Theme
The new emoji search tools make it easier to add in your favorite responses.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 22, 2021 -
Retrieved from Twitter on April 22, 2021
Twitter Outlines its Olympic Tie-In Tools, Provides Tips for Brand Campaigns
The Games will kick-off this week, and could significantly disrupt the media cycle.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 21, 2021 -
Retrieved from Facebook on April 23, 2021
Facebook Updates Policies Around the Promotion of Prescription Drugs
The new regulations aim to keep-up with the evolving health landscape as a result of COVID-19.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 21, 2021 -
Courtesy of Instagram
Instagram Rolls Out Language Translation Options Within Instagram Stories
The option will improve accessibility for Stories content, and could open up new ways to reach new audiences.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 21, 2021 -
Retrieved from Vishal Shah/Twitter on July 22, 2021
Instagram Tests New Option That Would Enable Users to Partner Up on Posts and Reels
The option will enable Instagram users to co-create posts and Reels, ad broaden their content reach.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 21, 2021 -
Retrieved from Twitter on July 22, 2021
Twitter Looks to Improve its Recommendation Systems by Asking Users to Up and Downvote Replies
Users in the test are seeing up and downvote buttons on their replies - but it's not exactly what you think.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 21, 2021 -
Retrieved from Clubhouse on July 22, 2021
Clubhouse Moves Out of Invite-Only Beta, Now Open to All Users
The app is now open to everyone who downloads it, greatly expanding its reach potential.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 21, 2021 -
Retrieved from Pinterest on July 21, 2021
Pinterest Makes Arabic Available as a Language Option on All Platforms
Pinterest says that Arabic is one of the fastest-growing languages in the app.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 20, 2021 -
Retrieved from Facebook on April 23, 2021
Facebook Partners with Coursera on New Digital Skills Training Initiatives
The new initiatives will provide additional training opportunities for those looking into emerging areas.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 20, 2021 -
Retrieved from Instagram on July 21, 2021
Instagram Adds New Sensitive Content Control Options to Better Protect Users from Unwanted Exposure
The option will provide another way to limit unwanted exposure in the app.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 20, 2021 -
Retrieved from TikTok on July 21, 2021
TikTok Adds New Live-Stream Features, Including Live Guests and Q&A Panels
TikTok has added some new live-stream elements as it continues to expand its offerings.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 20, 2021 -
Retrieved from YouTube on July 21, 2021
YouTube Expands Super Chat Creator Payment Option Beyond Live-Streams with 'Super Thanks'
The option expands YouTube's creator donation tools from live-streams to regular video uploads.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 20, 2021 -
Retrieved from Twitter on July 21, 2021
Twitter Launches the First Stage of Testing for its New and Upgraded TweetDeck
The updated TweetDeck includes simplified features and improved customization options.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 20, 2021 -
Retrieved from YouTube on July 20, 2021
YouTube Taps into the Popularity of BTS to Boost its New 'Shorts' Option
The promotion will help YouTube boost awareness of Shorts following the recent expansion of the tool.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 19, 2021 -
Retrieved from Hollywood Reporter on July 20, 2021
Snapchat Launches New 3D Bitmoji, Another Step in its Digital Fashion Push
The new characters will provide more opportunity for customization, which could open up new opportunities for brand tie-ins.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 19, 2021 -
Retrieved from WhatsApp on July 20, 2021
WhatsApp Looks to Join the Audio Social Trend with Group Calls Update
WhatsApp users will now be able to join group calls at any time, even after the call has begun.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 19, 2021 -
Retrieved from YouTube on July 20, 2021
YouTube Adds New Labels and Search Panels to Prioritize Official Health Advice
The new labels will provide more endorsement of, and authority for, officially recognized health resources.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 19, 2021 -
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Facebook Clashes with the US Government Over Vaccine Misinformation
The US Government is right to be pushing Facebook to take a closer look at its systems.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 17, 2021 -
Retrieved from LinkedIn on April 30, 2020
LinkedIn Explains Data Scraping Amid Reports of More Data Hacks and Breaches
LinkedIn has repeatedly said that claimed data 'hacks' are not a result of security flaws.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 16, 2021 -
Retrieved from @WFBrother/Twitter on July 17, 2021
Instagram Stories Drafts are Now Available to All Users
The option is now available for some users when you exit out of the Stories composer mid-process.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 16, 2021 -
Retrieved from TikTok on July 17, 2021
TikTok Announces New '#ForYou' Summit to Provide Marketing Insights and Tips
The third #ForYou Summit will provide a range of insights and notes, aimed at industry professionals.
By Andrew Hutchinson • July 16, 2021
