Facebook Provides New COVID-19 Spread Prediction Maps in the US

Facebook's research team has developed new maps that predict the likely spread of COVID-19 across US counties based on real-time information and relationship data.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 20, 2020

LinkedIn Adds New Event Features, Rolls Out Video Meeting Options via LinkedIn Messages

LinkedIn has added some new features to enhance its virtual events offering, while it's also giving all users access to its new video meeting tools. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 20, 2020

Zuckerberg Says Recent Policy Changes Do Not Reflect a Change in Approach at Facebook

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has told staff that recent shifts in its policies around QAnon, Holocaust denial and anti-vax ads are not reflective of an internal re-think.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 20, 2020

Instagram Expands Its Badges for Live-Stream Donations, Advances IGTV Ads

Instagram's looking to add more incentive for live-streamers with new Badges which enable fans to donate to creators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 20, 2020

Facebook Announces New Advance in Automated Language Translation Tools

Facebook has announced a new advance in automatic translation that will reduce language barriers for many users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2020

Pakistan Agrees to Lift Ban on TikTok After Reaching New Agreements with TikTok Management

Pakistan is lifting its ban on TikTok after the platform's management agreed to do more to police content violations in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2020

Facebook Updates Messenger API to Incorporate Instagram Direct, Enabling New Connection Opportunities

Facebook's updating its Messenger API to also incorporate Instagram Direct into advanced messaging workflows.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2020

Facebook Officially Launches Topics in Watch, Adds New 'Featured' Section to Highlight Popular Clips

Facebook's added some new discovery tools to its Watch video platform as it seeks to build on growing viewership.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2020

Instagram Adds New, Post-Level Age-Gate Tool for Branded Content

Instagram is adding a new, post-level age gate option for brands to better protect young users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 19, 2020

Twitter Adds New Prompts to Alert Users Before Sharing Any Tweet Flagged for Misinformation

Twitter has added another warning prompt to slow the spread of misinformation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 16, 2020

TikTok Refutes Claims Made Against it in White House Executive Order as it Pushes to Remain in the US

TikTok has issued a response to the White House Executive Order to force the sell-off of the app, essentially saying that the claims against it are incorrect.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 16, 2020

Instagram Announces New Crackdown on Influencers Who Fail to Disclose Commercial Partnerships

Instagram will launch new tools, and a new detection effort, to crackdown on influencers that fail to disclose commercial agreements in their posts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 16, 2020

US Senators Call for Increased Social Media Regulation After Blocking of NY Post Article

Twitter and Facebook look set to face more scrutiny after they both moved to restrict the reach of a recent NY Post report.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 15, 2020

Snapchat Adds 'Sounds' Option to Include Song Clips within Snaps

After initial testing in Australia and New Zealand, Snapchat is now giving all iOS users access to its 'Sounds' option to add music tracks to their Snaps. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 15, 2020

YouTube Toughens its Rules Around Dangerous Conspiracy Theories, with a Focus on QAnon Content

YouTube is strengthening its stance against dangerous conspiracy theories, with a focus on QAnon.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 15, 2020

Twitter Shares Insights into How People are Communicating During COVID-19 [Infographic]

Twitter's UK team has shared some new insights into how people are tweeting during COVID-19, and how brands should adapt their messaging.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 14, 2020

Snapchat Announces AR Support for Apple's New LiDAR Capability for iPhone 12

Snapchat will be among the first companies to utilize Apple's new LiDAR vision mapping technology built into the iPhone 12.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 14, 2020

Twitter Updates Privacy and Safety Settings to Help Users Better Understand Their Options

Twitter has rolled out a new update to its privacy and safety settings, including new video overviews of how to utilize the various options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 14, 2020

TikTok Announces New Partnership with OpenSlate to Ensure Brand Safety in Ad Placement

TikTok has announced a new partnership with OpenSlate to ensure safe placement of branded content and ads.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 14, 2020

Facebook Announces New Messenger Branding, Adds New Messaging Features

Facebook has unveiled a new look for Messenger, which is designed to reflect the evolving usage of the platform.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 13, 2020

Facebook Announces Ban on Anti-Vax Ads, Launches New Push to Promote Vaccine Use

Facebook has announced that it will prohibit ads which discourage people from getting vaccinated. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 13, 2020

Twitter Is Testing Prompts Which Would Recommend Users Hide Potentially Offensive Replies

Twitter looks to be testing a new prompt which would ask users if they want to hide potentially offensive replies to their tweets.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 12, 2020

Facebook Launches Anti-Discrimination Tools for UK Football Fans

Facebook has launched a new campaign to tackle discrimination among UK football fans.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 12, 2020

Snapchat Launches First 'Local Lens' Collaborative AR Experience in London

Snapchat has launched its first 'City Painter' Local Lens project in Carnaby Street, London.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 12, 2020

Facebook Announces Full Ban on Holocaust Denial Content

Facebook has announced that it will no longer allow Holocaust denial content on its platform, a significant step in its misinformation approach. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 12, 2020