Reddit Tries Out Blockchain-Based Incentive Scheme to Encourage Community Actions

Reddit is testing out a new system that will enable Reddit moderators to allocate payments to members of their subreddits based on their activity. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2020

LinkedIn Rebrands Editorial Team to LinkedIn News as it Continues to Expand News Coverage and Content

LinkedIn has re-branded its editorial team in an effort to better represent its evolving mission to connect its users with relevant information.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2020

Facebook Invests $1 Billion into New Sea Cable to Improve Internet Access in Africa

Facebook is looking to further its mission to connect the world, with the development of a new, billion-dollar sea cable to improve connectivity in Africa.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2020

Instagram Officially Launches Option to Share Instagram Live Broadcasts to IGTV

Instagram has added a new option which enables users to save their Instagram Live broadcasts to IGTV, making them available for viewing for longer.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2020

Snapchat Updates Analytics Layout, Adds 'Quoting' Option to Respond to Replies

Snapchat has rolled out an update to its in-app analytics layout, and added a new 'Quoting' feature to respond to replies in your Story.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2020

Houseparty Launches New Co-Watching Feature with Celebrity-Fronted Event Series

Group video chat app Houseparty is launching a new co-watching feature, with a range of celebrity guests helping to showcase the option.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 13, 2020

France Announces Tough New Content Removal Requirements for Social Platforms

France has announced a new set of laws that will require social media platforms to remove pedophile and terrorism-related content from their platforms within an hour.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 13, 2020

Facebook Adds Messenger Rooms for Groups and Events

Facebook is making its new Messenger Rooms group video chat option available in groups and events.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 13, 2020

Facebook Brings its Cartoonish 'Avatars' to US Users

After rolling them out in Europe last month, Facebook is now giving US users access to its Bitmoji-like Avatars.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 13, 2020

LinkedIn Now Factors 'Dwell Time' Into Content Distribution Algorithm, Which Could Be Bad News for 'Broetry'

LinkedIn is now factoring 'dwell time' on content into its feed algorithm, which could see it reducing the reach of less engaging posts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020

Twitter Looks to Lead Broader Remote Work Shift, With Staff Free to Keep Working From Home Indefinitely

Twitter has told staff that they can continue to work from home for as long as they like, even after the COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020

Facebook Funds New Pro-Technology Advocacy Group to Improve Relations with US Politicians

Facebook is funding a new advocacy group in Washington which aims to improve understanding, and relationships, between tech companies and politicans.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020

Facebook Publishes Latest Update on Content Removals, Fake Accounts, Government Requests and More

Facebook has published its latest Community Enforcement Update, providing insight into how many fake accounts are on the platform, how many content appeals its seeing, government requests for information are more. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020

LinkedIn Launches its Own Polls Option to Facilitate More Engagement

LinkedIn has added its own, native polls option, providing another way to gather feedback, and boost engagement.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020

Facebook Provides New Ad Placement Controls to Better Manage Potential Brand Association

Facebook has updated its ad placement control tools, in order to provide more safety and assurance for advertisers.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020

Twitter Officially Launches New 'Retweets with Comments' Listings on iOS

After testing the option over the past few weeks, Twitter is now officially releasing its new, integrated retweet display, which includes a separate list for 'Retweets with Comments'.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020

Instagram Adds New Anti-Bullying Measures, Including Bulk Comment Actions and Mention Controls

Instagram has added some new anti-bullying measures, including the capacity to delete multiple comments at once and new controls on who can @mention your account.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020

TikTok Changes Rules on Music Usage by Businesses

TikTok has announced a change to its music licensing, which means that commercial entities can no longer use popular tracks in their clips. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2020

Snapchat Announces New Resources to Assist Users Dealing with Domestic Violence

Snapchat has partnered with the National Network to End Domestic Violence to provide new resources for Snapchatters who are dealing with domestic abuse.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2020

Pinterest Launches Updated Business Community to Facilitate Connection Between Business Owners

Pinterest has launched an updated 'Pinterest Business Community' platform to help facilitate discussion between business owners. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2020

Facebook Outlines Full Graduation Week Schedule and Announces New Assistance Tools for Students

After announcing its upcoming virtual graduation event last month, Facebook has now unveiled the full program of events to celebrate the Class of 2020.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2020

Twitter Adds New Labels on Potentially Harmful COVID-19 Misinformation in Tweets

Twitter's adding some new labels to potentially misleading tweets as it looks to increase its efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19 misinformation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2020

Facebook Launches New Support Tools for SMBs in Both Facebook and Instagram

Facebook has released a new set of features to support SMBs impacted by COVID-19, including a new 'Support Small Business' sticker for Instagram.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2020

YouTube Ads New options for Marketers Looking to Reach Viewers Watching on Home TV Screens

YouTube is adding two new options to help advertisers tap into evolving connected TV viewing trends.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 7, 2020

Instagram Is Testing New Ways to Navigate Through Your Stories Feed

Instagram is working on new options to help people skim through their Instagram Stories feed faster, which could be a step towards the next evolution of the News Feed.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 7, 2020