TikTok Is Testing a New Instagram-Like Profile Format, While Questions Remain About Moderation Policies

TikTok looks to be going with a more Instagram-inspired look for user profiles, while platform influencers are raising more concerns about content removals.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 5, 2020

Byte - the Revamp of Vine - Was Downloaded 1.3 Million Times in Its First Week

Short-form video app Byte, from the co-creator of Vine, saw a strong opening week, surpassing a million downloads.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 5, 2020

Facebook Adds New Controls and Data Transparency Tools in Messenger Kids

Facebook has rolled out a new set of updates for Messenger Kids which are designed to give parents more control and transparency over their child's activity and data. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 5, 2020

Twitter Uncovers Security Flaw in Phone Number to Account Matching Process

Twitter has uncovered a vulnerability in its account discoverability system which exposed personal information via its network.  

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 5, 2020

Twitter Rolls Out Conversation Threads on iOS

Twitter has rolled out the first element of its 'conversational' update, which has been in beta testing for several months.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 1, 2020

New Report Shows Universal Distrust in Social Media as a News Source

A new report from Pew Research has found that most people on both sides of the political divide, distrust social networks as news providers. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Feb. 1, 2020

Instagram Is Testing Emoji Reactions for Direct Messages

Instagram is testing out new, quick emoji response reactions for direct messages.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 31, 2020

Facebook Provides New Resources to Help Gaming Creators Manage their Communities

Facebook has developed a new toolkit to help gamers maintain civil, respectful engagement within their on-platform communities.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 31, 2020

Snapchat's 'Bitmoji TV' Will Be Launched This Weekend

Snapchat will launch its new, interactive 'Bitmoji TV' offering this week, providing a new entertainment option for users. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 31, 2020

LinkedIn Reaches 675 Million Members, Continues to See 'Record Levels of Engagement'

According to the latest quarterly update from Microsoft, LinkedIn engagement continued to rise in 2019.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 31, 2020

Facebook and Snapchat Add New Super Bowl-Themed Visual Tools

Both Facebook and Snapchat have added some new, Super Bowl-themed visual enhancements in the lead-up to the event.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 31, 2020

Twitter and Facebook Outline Efforts to Keep People Accurately Informed About Coronavirus

Both Twitter and Facebook are proactively working to ensure that users are getting accurate information about the coronavirus outbreak.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 31, 2020

Facebook Climbs to 2.5 Billion Monthly Active Users, But Rising Costs Impede Income Growth

Facebook has posted its Q4 2019 numbers, showing increases in users and revenue, though costs are also stacking up. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 30, 2020

Pinterest Announces New Policy to Remove Misinformation About the Upcoming Census

Pinterest has announced a new policy which will see it remove misleading content related to civic participation, with a focus on misinformation around the upcoming US census.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 30, 2020

Facebook Outlines Content Review Board Process, Which Will Provide Independent Case Assessments

Facebook has published a listing of bylaws and process charts for its Content Oversight Board, which will assess content decisions independent of The Social Network. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 30, 2020

TikTok is Rolling Out a New 'Dark Mode' Option

TikTok is rolling out a new dark mode option to lessen its visual impact in low light situations.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 29, 2020

Pinterest Adds New AR 'Try-On' Feature for Lipstick Shades

Pinterest is launching a new AR 'try on' option for lipstick shades as it seeks to further enhance its eCommerce discovery options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 29, 2020

Facebook Outlines Evolving Privacy Tools on Data Privacy Day

Facebook has outlined its evolving data privacy tools on Data Privacy Day, including its off-platform activity listing and improved log-in alerts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 29, 2020

Facebook Launches Previews of Upcoming Super Bowl Ad

Facebook has released a new set of previews for its upcoming Super Bowl ad, its first major campaign tied to the Super Bowl.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 28, 2020

LinkedIn Announces Merger of Elevate Functionality With Company Pages

LinkedIn has announced that it will merge the functionality of its Elevate employee advocacy program into its company pages tools.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 26, 2020

Byte, the Second-Coming of Vine, Is Now Available on iOS and Android

Byte, a new, short video app from the creator of Vine, has now been launched, potentially adding another competitor for TikTok.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 25, 2020

Instagram Addresses Questions on Algorithm, Comment Pods and Verification [Infographic]

Instagram recently addressed a range of common platform questions via its @Creators account.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 25, 2020

Snapchat Signs New Deal with NBC to Air Daily Shows Covering the 2020 Tokyo Olympics

Snapchat will air four exclusive Olympics shows each day during the 2020 Tokyo games.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 24, 2020

TikTok Signs New Music Licensing Deals to Enable Increased Music Usage and Partnerships

According to reports, TikTok is close to announcing a range of new music licensing deals that will enable better links with the music industry.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 24, 2020

Twitter Launches Emoji Reactions for Direct Messages

Twitter has launched a new Reactions option in direct messages, which enables you to quickly add an emoji response to any message.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Jan. 23, 2020