Social Media Updates
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Instagram Re-Vamps IGTV to Better Align with Rising Consumption Trends
Instagram has reformatted its IGTV long-form video platform to better align with the discovery formats on TikTok and Snapchat.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 21, 2019 -
Facebook's Working on a New Stories Composer Layout
As it continues to push Stories usage, Facebook is working on a new layout for its Stories composer screen.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 21, 2019 -
Twitter's Testing a New Carousel Ad Format for App Install Campaigns
Twitter is testing out a new format of carousel ads for app install campaigns.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 18, 2019 -
Facebook Groups Targeted by Spammers in New Wave of Misuse
Facebook groups have been subject by a new attack from sabotage gangs who join, post offensive content, then report the group.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 18, 2019 -
Facebook Announces Two New Algorithm Updates Aimed at Improving On-Platform Engagement
Facebook has announced two new updates to its News Feed algorithm designed to highlight content from close friends, and promote better quality content from Pages.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 17, 2019 -
Instagram's Shutting Down its Standalone Direct Messaging App
Instagram has announced that it's shutting down its separate 'Direct' messaging app after a year or so in circulation.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 17, 2019 -
Instagram Rolls Out Updated Explore Format, Including Stories Content
Instagram is rolling out some changes to its Explore tab, including Stories content, new IGTV and Shop categories and an updated layout.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 17, 2019 -
Twitter's Working on an Option to Enable Live-Streaming with Friends
Twitter's working on a new option that would enable users to live-stream with friends, similar to the same functionality on Periscope.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 17, 2019 -
Twitter Adds New Tweet Creation Tools to TweetDeck, Including Option to Add GIFs
Twitter has added some new tweet composer options to its native tweet management app TweetDeck.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 17, 2019 -
Tech Giants Sign-Up for 'Christchurch Call' to Address the Spread of Extremist Content
The major tech companies have all signed a new agreement to tackle the spread of extremist content online.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 16, 2019 -
Here's What You Need to Know About WhatsApp's Major Security Flaw
Facebook-owned WhatsApp has discovered a major security flaw in its system, which some have incorrectly pinned on the perceived failure of end-to-end encryption.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 15, 2019 -
Facebook Re-Enables Option to View Profile as a Non-Connection
Facebook is bringing back the option to view your profile as a non-connection would see it, while its also making it easier to edit your publicly available information.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 15, 2019 -
LinkedIn Updates Job Search Tools, Releases New Usage Stats
With LinkedIn members now applying to 25 million jobs every week, the company is upgrading its jobs tools to cater to increasing demand.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 15, 2019 -
YouTube's Adding New Still Image Ads
YouTube is adding a new option for non-video advertisers on the platform.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 15, 2019 -
Twitter Adds New Warnings on 'Anti-Vax' Related Searches
Twitter has added a new warning tag on searches related to vaccines and their related concerns.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 15, 2019 -
Facebook Outlines Coming Changes to Data Tracking Capacity
As Facebook moves closer to launching its tool to enable users to opt-out of off-platform tracking, it's released an outline of potential outcomes which may impact marketers.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 15, 2019 -
Facebook's Developing New Link and Mention Stickers for Facebook Stories
Facebook looks to be developing a couple of new Stories options which could be of significant interest to social media marketers.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 15, 2019 -
Facebook Implements New Restrictions on Who Can Go Live to Stop the Spread of Disturbing Content
Facebook has announced a new process which will see access to Facebook Live removed for those who violate platform policies.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 15, 2019 -
Instagram Looks Set to Ramp Up its Efforts Against Apps Selling Likes and Followers
Instagram looks set to make another push to stop users purchasing followers and likes.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2019 -
Instagram Separates New Likes on Posts, Adds Unfollower Stats for Creator Accounts
Instagram is testing out a couple of new audience insights tools which, while small, could provide significant benefit.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2019 -
Facebook Announces Improved Pay, Benefits for Content Moderators
After criticism of the pay and working conditions of content reviewers, Facebook has announced a range of changes to its processes.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2019 -
YouTube Tests New Tool to Automatically Generate 6-Second Ad Variants from Longer Videos
YouTube is testing a new process that would use machine learning to automatically generate shorter video ad variants, based on longer creative,
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2019 -
What Facebook's Latest Video-Ranking Updates Mean for Your Small Business
Facebook is going to start rewarding content that gets longer watch times and repeat views - so what does that mean for your business?
By Jess Rozario-Ospino • May 14, 2019 -
Instagram Unveils Curated @Shop Account to Showcase Online Merchants
The new account will feature community trends including fashion, beauty and home decor.
By Robert Williams • May 13, 2019 -
What Happened on Social Media in April: A Round-Up
April was the month of big decisions for the major social media companies, especially for Zuckerberg's gems Facebook and Instagram.
By Anna Bredava • May 10, 2019
