Some Twitter Users Are Seeing Fleets From Profiles They Don't Follow As Part of a New Test

The added exposure potential could make Fleets a bigger consideration for brands.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 7, 2021

Facebook Adds New Harry Potter AR Features, Which Utilize New Skin Tone Sampling to Better Match Effects

Some interesting new additions, as Facebook continues to build-out the functionality of its Portal device.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 7, 2021

TikTok Launches 'Resumes' To Help Connect Candidates With Job Opportunities

TikTok for jobs - who would have thought?

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 7, 2021

Snapchat Creators Report Frustration With Spotlight Payments as Spotlight Usage Soars

Some creators say that Spotlight payments have slowed significantly since the launch of the option.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 6, 2021

TikTok Adds New 'Shoutouts' Option To Enable Users To Pay For Personalized Video Messages From Stars

The option will enable users to request personalized video clips from their favorite on-platform stars.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 6, 2021

YouTube Tests New Channel Guidelines To Provide More Comment Management Options

The process will enable Channel managers to set rules around posted comments on clips.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 6, 2021

Twitter Tests New, In-Stream Alerts For Its Various Privacy Settings and Options

The options would make it easier for users to understand the various privacy setting available to them.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 6, 2021

Norway Introduces New Law Forcing Disclosure on Retouched Photos Posted Online

The law will add a level of transparency over the images people see on social platforms.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 5, 2021

Facebook is Testing a New 'Threads' Option for Feed Posts

The option is designed to help communicate live events and evolving stories.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 5, 2021

Twitter is Testing New Audience Controls on Tweets, Making it Easier to Engage Around Various Topics

The process would enable you to share tweets with various topic audiences from a single profile.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 5, 2021

Twitter Adds Another Way to Protect Accounts From Unauthorized Users

Twitter this week announced it had added the option to use physical security keys for people to use as their only form of two-factor authentication, an extra layer of protecting their accounts from hackers.

By Robert Williams • July 2, 2021

Facebook Runs Video Tests to Make Instagram More Like TikTok

Instagram says it is no longer just a photo-sharing app and has plans to experiment with different video feed options.

By Robert Williams • July 2, 2021

Facebook Joins EU Climate Pact With Renewables Pledge

Facebook has joined the European Union’s Climate Pact and pledged to reduce its carbon footprint. The social network outlines four ways it will work to help “build a greener Europe.” 

By Robert Williams • July 2, 2021

TikTok Will Enable All Users Make Longer Videos

All creators will soon be able to make up to three minutes long videos on TikTok.

By Jette-Mari Anni • July 2, 2021

Pinterest Bans All Weight Loss Related Ads

Pinterest bans weight loss ads completely as eating disorders among young people saw a steep rise during the pandemic.

By Jette-Mari Anni • July 2, 2021

Federal Judge Tosses Out Facebook Antitrust Suits

The decisions speak to the difficulty regulators will face in reigning in tech companies that offer free services on the internet.

By Peter Adams • July 1, 2021

The U.S. is TikTok's No. 1 Biggest Fan

TikTok clearly is a place for brands to be right now, especially if your target audience includes Gen Z. Even more so if your target audience is U.S. based.

By Emma Wiltshire • July 1, 2021

Pinterest is Now TAG Brand Safety Certified

Pinterest earned Brand Safety Certified status from Trustworthy Accountability Group (TAG), an organization that works to increase trust and transparency in digital advertising by fighting against criminal activity online.

By Jette-Mari Anni • June 30, 2021

Instagram Adds Black-Owned Label to Business Profile Options

Instagram seeks to amplify Black-owned businesses on its platform and Shop tab.

By Jette-Mari Anni , Emma Wiltshire • June 30, 2021

Instagram Tests Sticker Links in Stories for All Users

Link Stickers Might Be the Future Without the 10,000 Follower Barrier.

By Jette-Mari Anni • June 30, 2021

LinkedIn Shares Insights Into Gender and Racial Diversity in the Marketing Field

LinkedIn has shared new insights into the changing landscape of gender and racial diversity in the marketing field today.

By Emma Wiltshire • June 30, 2021

Facebook Launches Beta Test of a Newsletter Platform 'Bulletin'

Facebook is in the works of launching Bulletin, its new publishing and subscription platform for writers and podcasters.

By Jette-Mari Anni • June 30, 2021

TikTok Reminds Brands "Don't make ads, make TikToks"

This week, TikTok has shared a new post reiterating the TikTok for Business mantra, "Don't make ads, make TikToks." 

By Emma Wiltshire , Jette-Mari Anni • June 29, 2021

YouTube Launches 4K Plus and New Features for Sports Fans on YouTube TV

YouTube Seeks To Elevate the Live Event Streaming Experience for Sports Fans With a New Add-On Plan.

By Jette-Mari Anni • June 29, 2021

Facebook Touts 'Good Ideas Festival' for Small Businesses

Facebook is hosting a seven-week virtual experience called the “Facebook Good Ideas Festival," offering free training and marketing advice on how to best use the platform.

By Robert Williams • June 29, 2021