Social Media Updates: Page 2
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Instagram Adds 'Focus' Mode for Selfies, Mention Stickers for iOS
Instagram is adding a new tool to make your selfies look better, and a new mentions sticker option.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 11, 2018
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Could Snapchat be Looking to Switch Back to a Chronological Feed?
A new test suggests that Snapchat may be looking to reverse course on its algorithm-defined timeline.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 10, 2018
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Instagram's Testing 'Nametag' Codes to Promote Accounts
Instagram is reportedly testing a new 'Nametags' feature to more easily connect users to a chosen Instagram presence.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 10, 2018
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Facebook's Implementing Disclosure on "Issues Ads", Adding Verification Requirement for Page Managers
The changes keep coming at Facebook in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 07, 2018
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Facebook's Adding an Option to Unsend Messages After Executives Were Found to be Using the Option
Facebook will add an 'unsend' option in Messenger after users found executives from the company had deleted previously send communications.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 07, 2018
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LinkedIn's Forcing Users to Add Hashtags to Posts, Rolling Out New Profile Format
LinkedIn really wants you to use hashtags on your posts, while they're also trying out a new profile format.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 07, 2018
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Twitter's Taking More Action to Remove Bad Actors, Which Could Signal a New Industry Shift
Twitter is taking more action to remove accounts which violate its rules - could this be the start of a new industry shift?
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 06, 2018
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Facebook Continues to Push Facebook Stories with New Tests
Facebook is still trying to get people interested in using Facebook Stories - and there may be good reason why.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 06, 2018
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Pinterest Now Up to 1.5 Million Advertisers, Announces Expansion of Quick Promotion Tool
Pinterest is expanding its quick promote tool as the platform hits 1.5 million total advertisers.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 06, 2018
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Facebook Implements New Data Controls - But is it Too Late to Stop Misuse?
Facebook continues to roll out updates in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal - but will it be enough?
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 05, 2018
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Facebook Expands Access to Supplemental Information on News Content to Limit the Spread of Fake News
Facebook is looking to provide more information on the reliability of news sources, expanding its supplemental data tools and adding new options.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 04, 2018
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Snapchat Adds Group Video Chat, Confirms User Tagging Option in Snaps
Snapchat is adding group video chat features, while they've also confirmed the addition of user tagging in Snaps.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 04, 2018
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Facebook Adds 360 Photos and HD Videos to Messenger, Increasing Sharing Options
Facebook has added some new sharing options to Messenger, giving users more ways to connect within the app.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 04, 2018
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What Instagram's Altered Algorithm Really Means for Brands
After enough complaints from users, Instagram has decided to address the algorithm "chronological order" issue.
By Hayley Jennings • April 03, 2018
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LinkedIn Adds Sponsored Video, Video for Company Pages
LinkedIn's rolling out two new video options - video for Sponsored Updates and video on company pages.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2018
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Pinterest Adds Following Tab, in Addition to Algorithm-Defined Recommendations
Pinterest is introducing a new following tab to give users more options on how they find content.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2018
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Facebook Removes Third-Party Ad Data Options from Ad Targeting
Facebook is removing third-party data options from their ad targeting in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2018
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Facebook Rolls Out New Options for Facebook and Instagram Stories
Facebook's added some new additions to both Facebook and Instagram Stories, which, while small updates, could have significant benefits.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2018
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Twitter Adds New Option to Share Live Videos from Specific Playback Point
Twitter has added a new option which will enable users to share live videos from a specific starting time within the playback.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2018
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Facebook Updates Privacy Controls in the Wake of the Cambridge Analytica Scandal
Facebook is making it's data control tools more prominent to help users understand how they can manage their personal information.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2018
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Facebook Expands Test of Local News and Events Section in News Feed
Facebook is expanding its test of a dedicated local news and events module within the News Feed, aimed at helping to boost civic participation.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2018
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Facebook Adds New Video Options for Profile Covers to Spruce Up Your Presence
Facebook has added some new options to help give your profile background image a refresh.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2018
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Facebook Expands Program to Boost Reach for Local Publishers
Facebook will give all local publishers a News Feed boost as part of an expansion of their civic engagment push.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 27, 2018
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Keeping Up with the Algorithms: What You Need to Know About Each Platform's Sorting System
Algorithms now dictate everything you see on social platforms - here's an overview of what you need to know about how they work.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 27, 2018
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After a Week of Turmoil, What Comes Next for The Social Network?
Facebook's facing the biggest crisis in its history - but will it have any real impact on the company's future prospects?
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 24, 2018