Instagram Launches Product Launch Reminder Stickers and Tags to Capitalize on Audience Interest

Instagram has launched a test of a new product launch sticker for Stories, and launch tags in feed, which will prompt users with reminders on launch day. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 1, 2019

Instagram Launches New @Creators Account to Provide Tips and Advice for Influencers

Instagram has launched a new account which will provide tips and tricks for influencers, which may also be of benefit for brands looking to maximize their Instagram performance. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 1, 2019

Reddit Adds New Video Ad Options, Including a New Mobile Landing Page Flow

Reddit has added some new video ad options ahead of the holiday push, including a redesigned landing page flow for video ads.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 28, 2019

Instagram Adds Branded Content Tags for IGTV

Instagram is now expanding its Branded Content tags to IGTV videos as well.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 28, 2019

Facebook Begins Hiding Total Like Counts on Facebook Posts in Australia

After it was spotted in testing earlier this month, Facebook has now confirmed that it will begin a test of hiding total Like counts on posts, starting in Australia.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 27, 2019

LinkedIn Calls on Users to 'Close the Network Gap' in Hiring and Workplace Opportunity

At its annual Talent Connect conference, LinkedIn has called on members to commit to diversifying their professional networks and dealings.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 27, 2019

Twitter Tests a New Way to Easily Locate Content That's Been Shared in DMs

Twitter's working on a new option that would highlight all the content, including tweets and images, that have been shared in your DM conversations.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 26, 2019

Internal Documents Reveal that TikTok is Subject to Chinese Government Censorship

Internal content guidelines show that TikTok censors content which is banned in China, including videos that mention Tiananmen Square or Tibetan independence.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 26, 2019

LinkedIn Publishes New Guide on Objective-Based Advertising

LinkedIn has published a new overview of its Objective-Based Advertising options to help marketers get the most out of the tools

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 26, 2019

Facebook Takes Next Steps into Mind Control with Acquisition CTRL-Labs

Facebook has acquired CTRL Labs, which is developing software that would enable people to control a digital avatar using only their thoughts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 25, 2019

Snapchat Expands Ad Length Limits, Announces New Ad Formats

Snapchat has announced some new changes to its ad options at Ad Week in NYC.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 25, 2019

Twitter Outlines New Financial Scam Policy, Adding to Existing Spam Reporting Process

Twitter has outlined its new financial scam policy, directly addressing this specific type of targeting on the platform. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 24, 2019

Twitter Launches Lists as Alternate, Swipeable Timelines on iOS

Twitter has now officially launched its new lists as alternate, swipeable timelines feature to all users on iOS.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 24, 2019

Pinterest Announces New Business Profile Format, Shop the Look Collection Ads

Pinterest is rolling out a new set of business tools ahead of the holiday season, including an updated look for business profiles.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 24, 2019

Facebook is Removing its Group Stories Option as of September 26th

Facebook has announced that group Stories will be removed as an option next week, with existing group Stories to be deleted.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 21, 2019

Facebook Says That it's Suspended 'Tens of Thousands' of Apps in Post-Cambridge Analytica Investigation

Facebook has provided an update on its investigation into potential data misuse by apps in the wake of the Cambridge Analytica scandal.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 21, 2019

Twitter Provides Option to Hide Replies to Users in the US and Japan

After first launching its test of the option to hide tweet replies back in June, Twitter is now expanding it to more regions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 20, 2019

Facebook Provides Stats on the Success of its Fundraising Tools in New Update

Facebook says that, since launching its fundraising tools five years ago, more than $2 billion has been raised for a wide range of causes on its platforms.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 20, 2019

YouTube Looks to Clarify Verification Process with New Icons and Requirements

YouTube is looking to clarify how its verification system works, with new processes to better represent official channels.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 20, 2019

Pinterest Adds New Emoji Reactions and Chat Features to Group Boards

Pinterest is adding some new interactive elements to its group boards feature.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 20, 2019

Facebook is Expanding its Playable and AR Ad options Ahead of the Holiday Season

Facebook is expanding its interactive ad options to provide new ways to brands to engage their potential customers over the coming holiday season.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 20, 2019

Instagram Implements New Restrictions on Diet and Cosmetic Surgery Ads

Instagram is implementing new restrictions on diet and cosmetic surgery ads to better protect vulnerable users. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 19, 2019

Pinterest is Adding its Own 'Dark Mode' Option

Pinterest is working on a new dark mode option for its mobile app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 19, 2019

Facebook Provides New Creator Studio Overview and Tips

Facebook has published a new, updated overview of its Creator Studio app, including its Instagram publishing tools.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 19, 2019

Facebook Announces New Portal Devices, Including TV-Connected Camera/Streaming Service

Facebook is launching three new versions of its Portal smart home device, including one which connected to your home TV set.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 19, 2019