Snapchat Adds 13M More Daily Users in Q3, Now up to 500M Monthly Actives

Snap's latest results highlight ongoing opportunity for the app, in various ways.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 21, 2021

Twitter Opens Up Spaces Hosting to All Users on iOS and Android

More people will now be able to host Spaces, which could be both a positive and a negative for the feature.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 21, 2021

Facebook Announces New Tools for SMBs, Including Video Calls and Expanded Appointment Bookings

The new tools will provide more capacity for SMBs to maximize their opportunities heading into the holiday season.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 21, 2021

Facebook Adds Group Effects for Messenger, Providing New Engagement Options

Group effects provide another engagement opportunity within Messenger video chats.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 21, 2021

Twitter Acquires Chat App Sphere to Boost its Communities Push

The acquisition will help Twitter build its new Communities tools with more compelling, engaging chat options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 20, 2021

Facebook Will Reportedly Reveal a Metaverse-Inspired Corporate Name Change Next Week

A new name for Facebook? That's what's reportedly on the cards as it looks towards the next big shift. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 20, 2021

YouTube Adds Auto-Chapters as a Search Element, the Next Stage of its Chapters Push

If you haven't checked your YouTube video chapters, it may be time to give them a look.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 20, 2021

Facebook Adds New Penalties for Group Members Who Repeatedly Violate Platform Rules

The updated rules will institute more limits on users who regularly push the limits of platform rules with their posts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 20, 2021

Facebook Adds New Features to Messenger for Halloween, New Prompts to Promote Word Effects

The new, interactive options could provide another talking point for your Messenger chats.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 20, 2021

Pinterest Announces New Features at its Creators' Festival, Including a 'Watch' Tab, 'Takes' and More

Pinterest has announced a range of new features and updates as part of its annual Creators' Festival event.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 20, 2021

Google Adds New Snapchat Integration into its Latest Pixel Phones

Snapchat is solidifying its bonds with both Apple and Google as it eyes the next stage of AR development.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2021

Instagram Tests Longer Videos in Stories, New Stories-to-Reels Links, as Part of Broader Video Integration

Instagram continues to move away from its photo-sharing app roots, with more changes to consolidate its video options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2021

Facebook Takes the Next Steps with its Novi Cryptocurrency Project

Facebook continues to push ahead with its cryptocurrency project, which could still yield significant results.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2021

TikTok Launches its Inaugural 'Discover List' to Highlight Top Influencers in the App

The Discover List highlights some of the top creators in the app, highlighting key creation trends.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2021

Instagram Will Enable Users to Upload Photos and Videos via Desktop from This Week

The update will help social media managers centralize their workflow, and maintain their various platform presences.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2021

Instagram Adds Collaboration Options for Feed Posts and Reels, New Music Engagement Features

Instagram's looking to encourage more collaboration, while it's also looking to make music a bigger focus. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2021

Instagram Adds New Data Analytics to Provide More Performance Insight for Marketers

Instagram's added some more detail to its Insights element, providing more ways for marketers to optimize their content approach.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2021

YouTube Launches New Live Shopping Events, New Updates for CTV Campaigns

Live shopping is set to be a big trend in 2022, and YouTube's taking its next steps towards broadening its eCommerce offerings.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2021

Facebook Adds new 'Quick Access' Links for Your Most Viewed Pages and Profiles

The new option will make it a little easier to get to those Facebook Pages and profiles that you regularly check in on.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 18, 2021

Facebook Plans to Hire 10,000 New Staff to Work on the Metaverse

Facebook's basing its Metaverse team in Europe, which could be a measure to help it improve relations with EU regulators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 18, 2021

Facebook Shares Halloween Trends and Tips from Facebook Marketplace [Infographic]

What's trending for Halloween this year? Here's a look at what's selling on Facebook Marketplace.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 17, 2021

YouTube Outlines Key Areas of Focus for Shorts After the First Year of the Format [Infographic]

YouTube's TikTok-like 'Shorts' option has been around for more than a year, and YouTube's now looking to take it to the next stage.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 15, 2021

Facebook Announces Marketing Insights Sessions for Advertising Week

Facebook will host seven sessions at Advertising Week, covering a range of key online marketing trends.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 15, 2021

FTC Sends Out Official Warnings to Over 700 Brands Over the Use of Fake Reviews

The notices put the marketing industry on notice in regards to use of fake endorsements and misleading claims.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 14, 2021

Facebook Adds New Shipping Options to Marketplace Facilitating More eCommerce Activity

Shipping will enable Marketplace sellers to reach a wider audience, which could also help to fuel Facebook's broader eCommerce ambitions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 14, 2021