Facebook Launches Sponsored Chat Themes, Payment QR Codes and Quick Replies for Messenger

Facebook has added new sponsored chat themes for Messenger, as well as new QR codes for payments and quick replies on images.

By Jette-Mari Anni • June 10, 2021

Twitter is Adding a New 'Subscribe' Button to Newsletter Creator Profiles

Twitter is testing a new newsletter 'Subscribe' button on profiles.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 10, 2021

YouTube Will Now Enable Creators To Add Midrolls, End Screens and Captions While Their Video Is Processing

YouTube will now enable creators to place add-on features while their video is processing, which could be a big time saver.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 9, 2021

Messenger Adds New Integration to Promote the Latest 'Fast and the Furious' Film

Facebook has announced a new Messenger integration to promote the latest film in the 'Fast and the Furious' franchise.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 9, 2021

TikTok Launches New #CreateKindness Campaign to Combat Online Bullying

TikTok has launched a new campaign to encourage positivity and inclusion in the app, while also combating online bullying.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 9, 2021

Facebook's Smartwatch Is Coming, and Will Eventually Be Linked to Its Broader AR Push

Facebook is reportedly looking to launch the first iteration of its new smartwatch by Summer next year.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 9, 2021

Pinterest Adds New Pronouns Field on Profiles, Launches New Support Initiatives for Pride Month

Pinterest has announced some new features for Pride Month, including a new pronouns field on profiles.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 8, 2021

Instagram Provides a New Overview of How Its Algorithms Work

Instagram has shared some key insights into how its feed algorithms actually rank content in user feeds.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 8, 2021

Instagram Announces Affiliate Program, New Stars Options To Help Provide Revenue Options for Creators

Instagram has announced some new monetization options for creators, including a new affiliate program for product promotions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 8, 2021

Instagram Releases Summer Edition of its Insider Magazine to Coincide with 'Creator Week'

Instagram has published the second edition of its Insider digital magazine, which includes platform tips, insights and notes from emerging creators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 7, 2021

YouTube Announces Expansion of Shorts to More Regions, Continues To Add More Music Options

YouTube is rolling out its TikTok-like Shorts video option in more regions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 7, 2021

TikTok Announces New Funding and Training Initiatives to Provide Support for Black-Owned Businesses

TikTok has announced the next stage of funding for its Support Black Businesses initiative.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 7, 2021

Facebook Delays Taking a Cut on Paid Events and Fan Subscriptions till 2023, Criticizes Apple's Fees

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has announced that Facebook won't take any fees from paid events or fan subscriptions till 2023.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 7, 2021

Twitter's Coming 'Super Follow' Subscription Option Will Require 10k Followers, Will Begin Testing Soon

New insights reveal more detail about Twitter's coming 'Super Follow' option for creators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 7, 2021

Pinterest Expands Shopping Features Into More Regions, Adds New Product Display Options

Pinterest has announced the next expansion of its eCommerce tools, with new on-profile product displays, and broader availability in new regions. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 7, 2021

Facebook Publishes New Report on the Future Opportunities of AR and VR

Facebook has published a new report in the expanding opportunities of AR and VR connection.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 6, 2021

WhatsApp Adds Option To Speed Up Voice Message Playback

WhatsApp has added new variable speed playback controls for voice messages.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 4, 2021

Will the White House's New Push To Limit Chinese Surveillance Technology Impact TikTok?

The US Government has expanded a ruling to prohibit US investments in Chinese companies.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 4, 2021

Facebook Announces Official Timeline for Trump Ban, Changes to Rules Around Political Speech

Facebook has announced changes to its rules around political speech, and specifically, the penalty handed down to former US President Donald Trump.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 4, 2021

Twitter Looks to Boost Climate Change Discussion Ahead of World Environment Day

Twitter has added some new informational tools for World Environment Day, and announced new support grants for related organizations.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 3, 2021

TikTok Adds New Accessibility Overview To Provide Additional Support for Users

TikTok has added a new overview of its accessibility tools to help provide more support for users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 3, 2021

Twitter Launches Initial Rollout of New Spaces Tab in the Lower Function Bar

Twitter is launching the first stage of the rollout of its new. dedicated Spaces tab in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 3, 2021

Instagram Adds New Elements to Its Branded Content Tools, Including Multi-Brand Listings in Posts

Instagram is adding some new elements to its Branded Content tools to expand their utility.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 3, 2021

Twitter Launches 'Twitter Blue', Its New, Paid Subscription Offering for Add-On Tweet Features

You've seen it in testing, and now it's here - Twitter's first paid subscription offering.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 3, 2021

LinkedIn Tests New 'Dark Mode' in its Desktop App

LinkedIn is testing a new Dark Mode display for its desktop app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 2, 2021