TikTok CEO, Kevin Mayer, Issues Challenge to Facebook in First Public Statement

Newly appointed TikTok CEO, Kevin Mayer, says that TikTok is not the enemy, and plays an important role in broadening the market.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 29, 2020

Twitter Updates Hate Speech Policy to Include Links to 'Hateful' Content

Twitter continues to refine its policies around hate speech as it seeks to clean up its platform. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 28, 2020

Twitter May Soon Display Retweets and Quote Tweets in Separate Counts

Twitter may soon change its display of 'retweets' and 'retweets with comments'  in order to more accurately display each on your posts. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 28, 2020

Facebook Releases New Web Collage App via its Experimental NPE Team

Facebook's NPE team has released another new app, this time focused on creating your own, unique webpage-type diplay

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 28, 2020

Facebook Offers Lucrative Deals to Prominent TikTok Creators Ahead of Wider Release of Instagram Reels

Facebook has offered a range of big name TikTok stars exclusive, lucrative deals to get them across to Instagram. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 28, 2020

Twitter Continues to Bristle Trump Administration With Removals of COVID-19 'Cure' Video

Twitter is becoming a key target for the Trump campaign as it continues to enforce its rules and remove offending tweets posted by Trump and his team.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 28, 2020

High-Profile Twitter Users Stage Boycott Over the Platform's Failure to Address Anti-Semitic Content

Several celebrities in the UK are taking part in a 48-hour boycott of the platform after it failed to adequately address recent anti-Semitic comments.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 27, 2020

Twitter Shares New Insights into Key Topic Trends [Infographic]

Twitter has shared some new insights into trending topics of discussion on the platform. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 26, 2020

Facebook Tests New Page Design Which De-Emphasizes Like Counts

Facebook is testing a new Page format that would put more emphasis on followers and improve Page manage options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 23, 2020

Facebook Has Created a Bot Social Network to Test for Potential Security Vulnerabilities and Issues

Facebook has developed a new network of bots which are able to simulate social media user behavior in order to test for potential problems in its real-life apps.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 23, 2020

Facebook Will Now Enable Users to Broadcast their Messenger Rooms via Facebook Live

Facebook will now enable users to broadcast their Messenger Rooms video chat conversations via Facebook Live, expanding the audience potential of Rooms discussions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 23, 2020

TikTok Launches 'Creator Fund' to Pay Platform Influencer for Their Efforts

TikTok will pay its top creators as part of a new initiative to further solidify its market presence.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 23, 2020

Twitter Provides More Detail on Recent Hack, Says Hackers Accessed Private Messages

Twitter has provided an update on the recent hack which saw 130 accounts compromised, including various celebrity profiles.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 23, 2020

Twitter Adds More Users in Q2, but Sees Revenue Decline 19%

Twitter has reported its latest performance update, showing an increase in users amid the COVID-19 pandemic, but a significant impact on revenue.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 23, 2020

Facebook Adds New Features for Workplace, Including Separate Workplace Chat App and Dark Mode

Facebook is rolling out some new updates for its professional Workplace platform, including dark mode options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 22, 2020

LinkedIn Revenue Up 10%, Sessions Up 27%, in Latest Performance Update

LinkedIn continues to see solid overall growth, despite the slowdown in global recruitment due to COVID-19. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 22, 2020

Pinterest Launches 'Make a Statement Mask' Challenge to Encourage Mask Use

Pinterest is launching a new campaign to encourage face mask use by customizing your own face covering.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 22, 2020

TikTok Adds 'Gamified Brand Effect' Templates to Help Businesses Create More Engaging Promotions

TikTok has added a new option for brand promotions with 'Gamified Brand Effects', which enable brands to build more interactive promotions. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 22, 2020

Facebook is Launching a New Investigation into Potential Algorithmic Bias in its Systems

Following its recent civil rights audit, Facebook is launching a new investigation into potential bias within its algorithms.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 22, 2020

Facebook Shares New Insights into Most Shared Posts on its Platform

Facebook has shared some new insight on the content that sees the highest distribution across its network. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 22, 2020

Twitter Launches New Crackdown on Right-Wing Conspiracy Group 'QAnon'

Twitter has announced a new crackdown on right-wing conspiracy group QAnon, which has already seen more than 7,000 accounts removed.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 21, 2020

Snapchat Adds 9 Million More Daily Active Users in Q2, Reports 17% Increase in Revenue

Snapchat has reported its Q2 2020 numbers, showing increases in both users and revenue in the period.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 21, 2020

LinkedIn Provides More Tips for Virtual Events in New Guide Book

With more businesses turning to virtual events, LinkedIn has published a new guide to help maximize your online functions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 21, 2020

Pinterest Releases New Data on Rising Search Trends Amid COVID-19

Pinterest has shared some new insights into search trends on the platform during COVID-19, which focus on positivity and wellness.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 21, 2020

Instagram Launches Personal Fundraisers to Provide Assistance for Businesses and Causes During COVID-19

Instagram is rolling out a new personal fundraisers option to help people and businesses raise money for selected causes amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 21, 2020