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Facebook Launches an Updated Vertical Video Display and Recommendations Algorithm
A new, TikTok like video update for Facebook.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 3, 2024 -
Meta Implements Age Confirmation Checks for VR Users
Meta's taking more steps to protect youngsters using VR.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 2, 2024 -
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Instagram Reels News, Trends and Creative Strategies for Marketers
The ever-growing demand for short-form video content has made Reels a powerful marketing tool. Thankfully, Instagram continues to release new features, tools and solutions to help businesses make the most of Reels.
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YouTube Launches AI-Powered Skip Ahead, New Features for Live Streamers
The latest feature updates from YouTube.
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 2, 2024 -
Will AI Tools Take the ‘Social’ Out of ‘Social Media’?
Will AI erode what's left of authentic interaction online?
By Andrew Hutchinson • April 1, 2024 -
Reddit Rolls Out Ad Creation Updates, Including Generative AI Copy Suggestions
Some new updates for your Reddit ads approach.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 28, 2024 -
Meta Says End-To-End Encryption Will Be the Default in Messenger in the Coming Months
All of your messages are about to get an extra level of protection.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 28, 2024 -
Reddit Announces Data Partnership With Cision
Reddit’s looking to facilitate more data deals to build on its revenue potential.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 27, 2024 -
YouTube Adds Members-Only Shorts To Drive Creator Subscriptions
A new option to incentivize channel subscriptions.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 27, 2024 -
Pinterest Shares Insights Into Optimizing Social Platform Algorithms for Positive Engagement
Some interesting insights into the broader considerations of algorithmic ranking.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 27, 2024 -
YouTube Adds Improved Audience Retention Data, Streamlined Pre-Checks
New audience segment data, as well as more control over your channel display.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 26, 2024 -
LinkedIn’s Rolling out Company Page Messaging to All Brands
LinkedIn’s making messaging available to all brands in the app.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 26, 2024 -
Florida Moves Ahead With Laws To Restrict Teen Use of Social Media
The new regulations could stop all users under 14 from accessing social apps.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 25, 2024 -
Instagram Tests Option To Comment on Specific Frames Within a Carousel Update
This could help to drive more focused engagement in the app.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 25, 2024 -
YouTube Advises Channel Managers Not To Delete Uploaded Clips
Deleting videos can impact your overall channel ranking.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 25, 2024 -
The EU Commission Launches Investigations Into Apple, Meta and Google Over DMA Breaches
The new EU rules are already being put to the test.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 25, 2024 -
YouTube Tests AI-Based Skip Ahead Option, Remixes of Already Remixed Shorts
Some new options that lean into emerging viewer behaviors.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 24, 2024 -
Threads Adds Native GIF Search and Posting on the Web
GIFs on web are now available for Threads users.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 24, 2024 -
Threads’ Sports Score Updates Fail on One Key Element
Threads is looking to encourage more sports discussion, but it may not work just yet.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 24, 2024 -
Reddit Shares Rise in Early Trading After IPO Launch
Reddit is now a publicly listed company.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 21, 2024 -
Threads Users Can Now Enable Fediverse Sharing
Meta’s looking to link into the decentralized social media experience.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 21, 2024 -
YouTube Tests New Audience Filters for Its Video Retention Stats
New insights for your YouTube content planning.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 20, 2024 -
YouTube Announces #WomenofYouTube Mentorship Program for Shorts Creators
The program aims to assist female Shorts creators who are on the rise.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 20, 2024 -
Google Announces Ad Placement Partnership With Disney
A new way to reach broader audiences with your Google ad campaigns.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 20, 2024 -
Threads Tests Side-Swiping UI To Indicate Interest in Posts Displayed In-Feed
The new option will help to better align the Threads algorithm to your interests.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 20, 2024 -
Threads Rolls Out Trending Topics to All Users in the US
Trending Topics will help to drive more real-time discussion in the app.
By Andrew Hutchinson • March 19, 2024