Threads Adds Expanded Fediverse Engagement Options

Threads users can now view posts from other fediverse-connected servers.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 17, 2025

Meta Hints at New Oakley-Branded Smart Glasses

Meta's new smart glasses are set to be launched later this week.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 16, 2025

WhatsApp Launches Ads in Status Updates, Channel Subscriptions

WhatsApp is looking to integrate ads into the app (again).

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 16, 2025

Threads Adds Spoiler Tags for Posts

A new option to encourage more TV show discussion in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 16, 2025

Meta Adds VR-Based Avatar Achievements To Drive More Interest in Its Next-Level Experiences

The new quests provide a direct link between Meta social apps and its VR experiences.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2025

YouTube Offers Expanded Monetization Avenues for Educational Content

The program enables creators to earn based on educational licensing fees.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2025

WhatApp Adds Animated Emojis, Combined Avatar Stickers and More

WhatsApp also added video stickers, which are like custom GIFs.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 12, 2025

Reddit Enables Users To Convert Comments To Posts, Adds Comment Analytics

A new way to spark expanded conversations on Reddit.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 12, 2025

Instagram Launches New Artist Inspiration Initiative, Additional In-App Features

The Meta company is including the option to rearrange your profile grid display. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 12, 2025

Meta Takes Next Steps Towards the Development of True Artificial Intelligence

Meta is undertaking new research to develop machines that can actually think.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 11, 2025

Meta Launches AI Video Restyling Tools in Edits and AI App

Meta's got a new AI video editing tool which can reimagine the context of clips.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 11, 2025

Instagram Adds New Teleprompter Tool To Edits

Edits has also added new insights and overlay options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 10, 2025

YouTube Adds Integrated Promote Option, Alternate Thumbnails for Different Regions

YouTube is also looking to highlight new posts to your Shorts viewers.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 10, 2025

Report Shows YouTube Contributed $55B to the US Economy in 2024

The latest report from Oxford Economics highlights how YouTube is helping creators earn money.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 10, 2025

Threads Launches Initial Test of Integrated DMs

Meta's decided to give Threads users their own messaging option after all.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 10, 2025

Threads Continues To See Strong Download Momentum in May

Meta continues to dominate the social app top download charts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 9, 2025

Meta Adds Assistance for Vision Impaired Users in Ray-Ban AI Glasses

Meta continues to expand the use-case options for its AI glasses.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 9, 2025

YouTube Eases Content Restrictions To Align With Trump Administration

YouTube is advising its moderators to align more with "freedom of expression."

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 9, 2025

Meta Says Link Posts on Threads Are Seeing Better Performance

Meta's change in approach on content moderation is helping to improve link post reach. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 8, 2025

Meta Looks To Invest in AI Infrastructure Partnership

A potential investment in Scale AI could better position Meta as a provider.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 8, 2025

Google Tests AI Versions of High-Profile Influencers

The bots will be trained on the creators' content and input.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 5, 2025

Google Shares Data on NBA Finals Related Search Terms

The NBA championship series gets underway this week.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 5, 2025

Meta Provides More Insight Into Latest Model AR Glasses

Meta's AR glasses are currently in development, with a view to a 2027 retail launch. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 4, 2025

Instagram Is Testing an In-App Teleprompter Feature for Edits

On-screen script prompts could make for more appealing video clips.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 3, 2025

Reddit Launches Updated Profiles, More Controls Over Activity Info

Now you can choose to display your in-app activity on your profile.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 3, 2025