Facebook Shares New 'Widely Viewed Content' Report to Counter the Idea that it Amplifies Division

The report raises more questions than provides answers with respect to user behaviors.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 18, 2021

Twitter's Working on a 'Leave This Conversation' Option to Help Manage On-Platform Engagement

The option would provide another way to manage your tweet mentions, and avoid negative interactions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 17, 2021

Twitter Tests New Misleading Info Reporting Option to Further Combat Misinformation in Tweets

The new option will help Twitter better address key elements of concern, while also providing another reporting option for users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 17, 2021

YouTube Adds Video Chapter Listings in Search, Which Could be a New SEO Consideration

Users will be able to access specific video sections direct from search results, which could have specific SEO considerations.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 17, 2021

YikYak Makes a Comeback, Four Years After Being Shuttered

In a move that no one expected, or even seemed to be interested in, YikYak has returned.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 16, 2021

Twitter Hits Another Hiccup with Public Requests for Verification, Pauses Roll-Out of New Process

Twitter's verification process remains problematic - but the question is, does it really matter for most users?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 16, 2021

Twitter Announces New Lead for its bluesky Social Media Decentralization Project

The bluesky project takes another step forward, though the outcome remains largely unclear.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 16, 2021

SMT Expert Series: Keren Baruch Discusses LinkedIn Content Trends and Creator Tools

Get the lowdown on the latest LinkedIn trends, and tips for your content approach. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 16, 2021

Twitter Tests New Topic Tags to Spaces to Improve Discovery

The topic tags will ideally help to maximize Spaces discovery, a key element in boosting Spaces take-up.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 14, 2021

TikTok Launches 'Creative Solutions' Guide to Building Effective TikTok Campaigns

The guide outlines a range of TikTok-specific clips on how to maximize your video engagement.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 14, 2021

Facebook Updates Educational Resources for Parents and Students Ahead of Back-to-School Season

Facebook has refreshed its educational resources to help parents and kids as they head into the school year.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 13, 2021

Reddit Tests New TikTok-Like Video Feed as it Looks to Expand its Video Options

Reddit's looking for more ways to capitalize on the rise in video consumption in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 13, 2021

Facebook Rolls Out End-to-End Encryption for Messenger, the Next Step in its Messaging Integration Plan

The addition will provide more security for your message interactions - but might also raise the hackles of regulatory groups.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 13, 2021

Reddit Now Valued at $10b with New Funding Round

The platform continues to expand its business potential with new tools and improved moderation processes.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 12, 2021

LinkedIn Adds Reviews and Ratings for Profiles Which Have Added Services Listings

LinkedIn users will now be able add and view reviews of user services, as listed on their profiles.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 12, 2021

TikTok Increases Safety Measures for Younger Users, Including New Defaults and Prompts for Teens

The new changes will ideally facilitate more protections for younger users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 12, 2021

Instagram's New Promotional Campaign Celebrates the Diversity and Creativity of its Audience

The campaign aims to highlight the diversity of Instagram's user community.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 11, 2021

WhatsApp Previews New Option to Import Your Chat Data Between Android and iOS

Users have been calling for a cross-device import option for some time.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 11, 2021

Twitter Updates In-App Visual Elements, Including New Text Font and Enhanced Image Display

Notice anything different? No, it's not just you.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 11, 2021

YouTube Rolls Out Dark Mode for YouTube Studio, Adds New Hashtag Usage Insights

The new hashtag insights will help guide creators as to which hashtags to add to their video titles and descriptions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 11, 2021

Instagram Adds New Features to Help Protect Users from Bullying and Abuse

The new tools will help users manage their on-platform experience, and avoid potential abuse.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 11, 2021

TikTok Maintains its Download Momentum, Leading the List Once Again in July

TikTok continues to see strong download rates, leading the charts once again in July.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 10, 2021

Twitter Adds New Raised Hand Emoji to Signal Questions in Spaces, Expands Roll Out of Voice Effects

The new Raised Hand option will remain present until the user chooses to lower it or unmutes.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 10, 2021

Instagram Adds New 'Audio' Tab to its Search Options to Boost Reels Engagement

The tab will highlight trending Reels that use samples of the audio. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 10, 2021

YouTube Updates Default Settings on Kids Content, Implements New Restrictions on Promotions

YouTube is updating its default settings for young users to offer more protection from potential harm.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 10, 2021