Twitter Rolls Out List Search, Providing More Options for Users to Follow Topics

Twitter has launched its new list search option, providing another way for users to find relevant lists to follow.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 18, 2020

Facebook Removes Trump Campaign Ads Over Usage of Nazi-Related Symbols

Facebook has removed several posts and ads from the Trump Administration over their use of offensive historic references.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 18, 2020

Facebook Launches New Legal Action Against Fake Engagement Sellers and Data Scraping

Facebook has launched another set of legal proceedings against companies that sought to misuse its services.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 18, 2020

Google Has Released a New, Pinterest-Style App called 'Keen'

Google has launched a new, Pinterest-style app, which could be another measure in its efforts to keep Pinterest at bay.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 18, 2020

Pinterest Commits to Addressing Internal Issues of Racial Inequality

Pinterest has committed to improving its internal culture after two former employees raised significant concerns about its treatment of people of color.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 18, 2020

Instagram Tests Shopping Tags in Post Captions

Instagram is testing shopping tags in post captions with some creators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 17, 2020

Facebook Expands Fan Subscriptions for Gaming Streamers, Adds In-Stream Ad Breaks

Facebook's looking to boost its appeal to gaming streamers with a range of new options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 17, 2020

Facebook Makes 'Collections' Lists Publicly Shareable, Which Could Add New Functionality

Facebook is providing more options to share your Collections, which could provide a new way to showcase products via influencer partnerships.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 17, 2020

Twitter Launches Audio Clips in Tweets on iOS

Twitter is rolling out 140-second audio clips as a new tweet option with selected users on iOS.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 17, 2020

Facebook Launches Voting Information Center, and New Option to Opt-Out of Political Ads

Facebook is rolling out a new Voting Information Center to promote political participation, while users will also have the option to switch off political ads.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 16, 2020

Facebook Adds New feed Backgrounds, Stickers and Effects for Pride Month

Facebook is rolling out a range of new decorations and features to help users celebrate Pride Month.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 16, 2020

Facebook Adds New Options for Parenting Groups

Facebook has added some new options specifically for parenting groups in order to help facilitate relevant discussion and engagement. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 16, 2020

Google Makes it Easy to Join Google Meet Video Catch-Ups Via the Gmail App

Google is making it easier to join Google Meet video catch-ups with a new shortcut option built into the Gmail app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 16, 2020

New Report Looks at How People Feel About Online Censorship, and Who Should be Making the Calls on Such

A new report looks at how social media users feel about privacy, censorship and who, ultimately, should make the calls on what's allowed and what's not online.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 16, 2020

YouTube is Renaming its FameBit Influencer Marketplace to 'BrandConnect'

YouTube is updating its brand/influencer connection options to help facilitate more effective influencer marketing deals.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 16, 2020

Facebook Adds New Functionality to Portal, Including Messenger Rooms and Capacity to Go Live in Groups

Facebook is adding some new functionality to its Portal home camera device, as demand for the in-home tool rises.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 16, 2020

Instagram Outlines Steps to Address Potential Areas of Racial Inequality on its Platform

Instagram chief Adam Mosseri has outlines a range of steps the platform is taking to address concerns around racial inequality.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2020

Instagram Adds New Features for Pride Month, Including Rainbow Hashtags

Instagram is rolling out a range of features for Pride Month, including rainbow hashtags, rainbow Stories rings and more.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2020

LinkedIn Tests New 'Support' Reaction to Expand Response Options During COVID-19

LinkedIn is testing a new 'Support' Reaction to provide another way for people to quickly respond to posts during COVID-19.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2020

Pinterest Brings Back Rainbow Search Queries for Pride Month, Shares Data on Pride-Related Searches

Pinterest will bring back its rainbow search queries for Pride Month, along with other themed tools.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2020

Pinterest Publishes New Data on Emerging eCommerce Behaviors

Pinterest has published new data on the rise of grocery and food shopping online amid COVID-19, which could have wider implications for eCommerce.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2020

Snapchat Launches New 'Snap Focus' Advertising Education Courses

Snapchat has launched a new set of education courses to help marketers get the most out of its various ad options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2020

Facebook Launches WhatsApp Pay in Brazil

Facebook is taking the next steps in its eCommerce push by bringing WhatsApp Pay to the Brazilian market.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2020

Facebook Rejects Australian Government's Proposal to Make Facebook and Google Pay News Publishers

Facebook has rebuffed the Australian Government's proposal for a mandatory code that would make Google and Facebook pay for their use of news content.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2020

Latest LinkedIn Hiring Data Shows Signs of Recovery in Several Regions

LinkedIn's latest hiring data shows signs of recovery, with several regions looking to get back to a level of normality during the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 12, 2020