Social Media Updates: Page 198
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Twitter Lists as Alternate Feeds Option Is Now Available on Android Devices
Twitter users on Android can now pin up to five lists, which they can view as swipeable, alternate feeds.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 6, 2020 -
Facebook Gives Its Main Function Menu a Colorful Refresh
Facebook has given its main function menu a bright blue overhaul which spaces out each individual option.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 6, 2020 -
Twitter Outlines Advanced Processes to Protect Conversation Around Coronavirus
Twitter has provided an update on the measures its taking to ensure its users are receiving accurate information about the spread of coronavirus.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 5, 2020 -
Retrieved from TechCrunch/Twitter on March 05, 2020
Twitter Launches Its Own Take on Stories With 'Fleets'
Twitter has announced that it's testing out its own variation of disappearing, Stories-like updates, which it's called 'Fleets'
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 5, 2020 -
Report Finds That Facebook's Fact-Checking Labels Are Effective, But Also Legitimize Not Flagged Fake Reports
A new report has shown that while Facebook's fact-checking labels can be effective in reducing the distribution of false reports, they can also have the opposite effect.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 5, 2020 -
Facebook's Improved Fake Account Detection Tool Has Seen the Removal of 6.6b Profiles in the Last Year
Facebook has provided details of its advanced machine learning system which has helped it detect and remove more fake profiles than ever.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 5, 2020 -
Retrieved from Facebook on March 04, 2020
Facebook Updates Its Response to the Coronavirus Outbreak, Including Free Ads for WHO
As the coronavirus outbreak worsens, Facebook has updated its response tools, which now includes additional resources for health organizations to help raise awareness.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 4, 2020 -
Retrieved from Facebook on March 04, 2020
Facebook Finally Launches Dark Mode for WhatsApp
After months of testing and teasing the new feature, Facebook has this week officially announced WhatsApp Dark Mode.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 4, 2020 -
Retrieved from Jane Manchun Wong/Instagram on March 04, 2020
Instagram Is Testing a New Video Response Option for IGTV
Instagram appears to be testing a new option to respond to an IGTV video with a video of your own.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 4, 2020 -
Retrieved from Facebook on March 03, 2020
Facebook Launches New Monthly Update on "Coordinated Inauthentic Behavior" Detection
Facebook has launched a new, monthly update on accounts it removed due to "coordinated inauthentic behavior" on the platform.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 3, 2020 -
Byte Outlines Initial Payment Process for Creators, With $250k Allocated to Payments
Byte, the second coming of short-form video app Vine, has outlined its initial plans for paying creators.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 3, 2020 -
Retrieved from Facebook on March 03, 2020
Facebook Outlines "Smaller, Faster" Messenger on iOS
Facebook has provided an overview of its new, simplified version of Messenger, which is rolling out on iOS from this week.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 3, 2020 -
Retrieved from Lindsey Gamble on March 02, 2020
TikTok Adds New Analytics Element to Creator Marketplace
TikTok has rolled out some new analytics tools in its Creator Marketplace dashboard.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 3, 2020 -
Activist Investor Group Buys Up Twitter Stock, Seeks to Oust CEO Jack Dorsey
Investment firm Elliott Management has taken a sizeable stake in Twitter, and plans to use its influence to replace current CEO jack Dorsey.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 2, 2020 -
Facebook's Rolling Out a New Design for Messenger Which Will See The Removal of the Discover Tab
Facebook is rolling out a new update for Facebook Messenger which looks to simplify and focus your messaging experience.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 29, 2020 -
Teenager Created Fake Political Candidate Account on Twitter, Got it Verified
Twitter's enhanced election security efforts have come under scrutiny after a teenager was able to get a fake candidate's account verified on the platform.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 29, 2020 -
Retrieved from CrowdTangle on February 29, 2020
Facebook Adds New Listing of Political Branded Content to Highlight Paid Memes
After implementing new rules around the use of memes by political candidates, Facebook has now added a new listing of branded political content to improve transparency.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 29, 2020 -
Retrieved from Facebook on February 29, 2020
Facebook Adds New Option to Create 3D Photos From Any 2D Image
Facebook has added a new process which can convert any 2D image into a 3D Facebook post by simulating depth.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 29, 2020 -
Facebook Takes Legal Action Against Data Analytics Firm for Improperly Accessing User Data
Facebook is taking an analytics firm to court over unapproved access to Facebook user profiles and information.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 28, 2020 -
Retrieved from Facebook on February 28, 2020
Facebook Cancels F8 Developer Conference Due to Coronavirus Concerns
Facebook has canceled the 'in-person' component of its annual F8 developer conference, planned for May, due to coronavirus concerns.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 28, 2020 -
Retrieved from Facebook on February 28, 2020
Facebook Shares Business Messaging Best Practices Based on Recent System Changes
After rolling out several new updates to is Messenger policies, Facebook has provided some new tips on how to maximize Messenger for customer communications.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 28, 2020 -
Retrieved from TechCrunch on February 28, 2020
Linkedin Has Confirmed That LinkedIn Stories Are Coming Soon
LinkedIn has confirmed that it's working on its own version of Stories which will soon be launched to all users on the platform.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 28, 2020 -
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Toy Makers Are Now Working With Popular YouTubers, a Sign of the Times
With YouTubers becoming major celebrities in their own right, toy makers are now looking to partner with creators on new lines and products.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 27, 2020 -
Facebook Implements Bans on Ads Seeking to Capitalize on Coronavirus Fears
Facebook has announced a ban on ads which seek to capitalize on fears surrounding the coronavirus outbreak.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 27, 2020 -
Retrieved from Pinterest on February 27, 2020
Pinterest Rolls Out More Data-Friendly 'Pinterest Lite' App to All Regions
Pinterest is giving all users in all regions access to its Pinterest Lite app, which uses less space on your device and less data to operate.
By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 27, 2020