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Facebook Will Clarify its Terms and Conditions on Data Use Amid Rising Calls for Penalties
Under rising pressure from various government-affiliated groups, Facebook will seek to better explain its data usage regulations within its terms and conditions.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 10, 2019 -
Snapchat Launches Updated, Faster Android Version
Snapchat has released an updated version for Android, which will help the app expand its opportunities, and gain more users.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 09, 2019 -
Twitter Reduces Maximum Number of Accounts Users Can Follow Per Day to 400
Twitter has reduced its limit on the maximum number of accounts users can follow per day in its latest effort to tackle spammers.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 09, 2019 -
The Top Social Media News Updates for March 2019
Were you on top of all the various updates, announcements and news stories in March? Check out this round-up of the key social platform news.
By Anna Bredava • April 06, 2019 -
Snapchat Announces a Range of New Tools at its First Ever Partner Summit
Snapchat has hosted its first ever Partner Summit, outlining a range of new tools and features for the app.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 05, 2019 -
Twitter is Testing Out New Labels to Clarify Tweet Reply Streams
Twitter is testing out a new option which would label tweets to clarify who's saying what in reply threads.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 05, 2019 -
Twitter Adds Streamlined In-App Appeal Process for Reported Tweets
Twitter has added a new, streamlined appeals process for reported tweets which will help users unlock their accounts for incorrect reports.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 04, 2019 -
Should Publishers Use Facebook's 'Breaking News' Label?
Facebook has been slowly rolling out its 'Breaking News' label to more publishers - but does it actually help improve reach?
By Sebastian Huempfer • April 04, 2019 -
Snapchat's Testing New Snap Map Tools and Mention Stickers
Snapchat is working on some new tools for its maps feature, including a 'Passport' tool to track where you've been.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 03, 2019 -
LinkedIn Adds Document Upload Options to Regular Posts, Providing New Sharing Options
LinkedIn has announced that all users can now upload documents and presentations in their feed posts.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 03, 2019 -
Facebook May Add a Separate News Tab to Promote 'High Quality, Trusted' Journalism
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is looking at new ways to ensure accurate information is shared on Facebook, which may include a new, separate news tab.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 02, 2019 -
Facebook Will Now Provide Detail as to Why You're Seeing Each Post in Your News Feed
Facebook is adding a new option which will explain the various factors which determine what you see in your News Feed.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 01, 2019 -
Facebook's Considering Implementing Restrictions on Who Can Go Live
In the wake of the Christchurch terror attacks, Facebook is considering a range of new processes, including restricting access to Facebook Live.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 30, 2019 -
Twitter Releases Darker Dark Mode in Response to User Complaints
Twitter has unveiled its promised darker 'Dark Mode' after users said that the original dark mode didn't cut it.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2019 -
Twitter's Considering New Labels for Tweets from Public Figures Which Violate its Rules
Twitter is considering a new way to label tweets from public figures which technically violate the platform's rules but serve a public interest purpose.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2019 -
Facebook's Making it Easier to Quickly React to Posts
Facebook's added a new quick Reaction option, which enables users to tap and hold on a post, then choose a response.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2019 -
Facebook Expands Ad Archive to All Ads and Pages
Facebook has announced the expansion of its Ad Archive to all Pages and ads, not just those associated with politics and political issues.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2019 -
Facebook Announces New Ban on White Nationalist Discussion on its Platforms
In the wake of the recent terror attacks in New Zealand, Facebook has announced a new ban on white nationalist discussion.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 28, 2019 -
Instagram's Testing a Video Scrubbing Option
Instagram is testing a new option which would let you scan through posted video content.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 28, 2019 -
Facebook Discovers Another Data Security Issue, with Millions of Passwords Inadequately Stored
Facebook has found that millions of user passwords were being accessed internally via a plain text document without adequate protection.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 22, 2019 -
Pinterest Adds Former Walmart CTO as it Ramps Up eCommerce Push
Pinterest has hired former Walmart CTO Jeremy King as it continues to ramp up its eCommerce push ahead of an IPO.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 22, 2019 -
LinkedIn Adds New Meeting Planner Tools Within it Messaging Stream
LinkedIn has added some new options to make it easier to plan meetings direct from your messaging stream.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 22, 2019 -
Snapchat Launches First Voice-Activated Promoted Lens for Upcoming Movie 'Shazam'
Snapchat has launched a new, voice-activated lens as part of a new promotion for the movie 'Shazam'.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 22, 2019 -
LinkedIn Adds New Ad Targeting Options, Including Lookalike Audiences
LinkedIn has added three new ways to better target your on-platform ads, including Lookalike Audiences.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 21, 2019 -
Facebook Adds New Replies Option to Clarify Messenger Streams
Facebook's adding a new threaded replies option to Messenger to better clarify group message streams.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 21, 2019
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