Periscope Launches Increased Action Against Fake Engagement and Activity

Live-streaming app Periscope is the latest platform to announce a crackdown on fake engagement. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 14, 2019

Twitter Launches New Camera Tools to Increase Visual Focus

Twitter has launched a new Twitter camera, which better aligns with the visual tools on other apps and will give the platform more opportunity to add in image-based tools. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 14, 2019

Instagram Rolls Out Option to 'Pause All' Notifications

Instagram is rolling out a new option which will enable users to stop the app sending them notifications for a selected period of time.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 13, 2019

Facebook Launches New Program to Fund Original Facebook Watch Shows

Facebook is launching a new program to fund a collection of original Facebook Watch shows as it seeks to build interest in the option.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 13, 2019

Twitter Has Launched its New Beta Testing App with the First Round of Users

Twitter has released its new beta testing app, 'Twttr', to the first round of approved users, showcasing its experimental format for tweet replies.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 13, 2019

Google's Adding New, Advanced AR Masks to YouTube Stories

Google has outlined its advanced AR effects process, which it will use to power new creative tools for YouTube Stories.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 9, 2019

Twitter Adds More Options to Report Tweets Sharing Personal Information

Twitter is making it easier for users to report violations of their personal information with a new tweet reporting option.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 9, 2019

Facebook Announces New Steps to Limit the Spread of Vaccine Misinformation

Facebook has announced a new set of measures to limit the spread of anti-vax content on its network.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 8, 2019

YouTube tests Out New 'Fact Checks' on Misinformation Prone Content

YouTube is testing a new Facebook-style fact check pop-up which will appear on certain content.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 8, 2019

Instagram's Working on New Sorting Options for Followers, Karaoke-Style Music Videos

Instagram is working on some new options which would enable you to sort your follower and following lists, and search through your likes.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 7, 2019

Zuckerberg Outlines New Privacy Focus and Tools for Facebook's Family of Apps

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has outlined the company's new focus on privacy tools in alignment with the shift towards messaging.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 7, 2019

Pinterest Expands Pinterest Ad Access to Four New Regions

Businesses in Germany, Austria, Spain and Italy will now be able to access Pinterest ads, expanding the app's revenue potential.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 7, 2019

Snapchat Releases Latest Update of Trending Topics on the Platform [Infographic]

What were Snapchat users talking about in February? Check out the latest 'Snap Chatter' trends report.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 7, 2019

Instagram's Working on a New Way for Brands to Expand Influencer Campaigns

At an event in New York, Instagram outlined a range of coming additions for influencers, including a new ad option.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 6, 2019

Snapchat Launches Beta Test in Eight Different Languages

Snapchat is testing out new language compatibility as it seeks to expand its business horizons.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 6, 2019

Facebook Outlines Ongoing Efforts to Connect the World, and Boost Platform Usage

Facebook recently provided an update on global connectivity efforts, outlining how it's aiming to connect the world.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 6, 2019

Pinterest Adds More Ways for Businesses to Share and Promote their Products

Pinterest continues to expand its eCommerce tools with new product catalogs and personalized shopping recommendations.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 5, 2019

Facebook's Added a Secret Dark Mode to Messenger - Here's How to Find it

Facebook is rolling out its new 'Dark Mode' for Messenger, but it's hidden behind an an-app trick.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 3, 2019

Facebook Launches Legal Action Against Companies Selling Fake Followers and Likes

The days of those selling social media followers and engagement may be numbered, with Facebook launching legal action in the US Federal Court.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 2, 2019

Facebook Announces New Themed Stickers and Frames for Women's History Month

Facebook has launched some new, themed image tools to celebrate Women's History Month via your Facebook Stories.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 2, 2019

LinkedIn Adds New Tools for Job Seekers

LinkedIn has added some new tools to keep job seekers informed of newly advertised positions, and provide more context on desirable skills.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 1, 2019

Facebook's Cryptocurrency Project Will Reportedly Focus on Facilitating User-to-User Payments

Facebook's ongoing investigations into the possibilities of cryptocurrencies are reportedly close to delivering its first related offering.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 1, 2019

Reddit's Testing a Tipping Option to Pay Creators on the Platform

Reddit is testing a new option which would enable users to pay creators for their efforts through a tipping system.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 1, 2019

Twitter's Testing a New Option Which Would Enable Users to Hide Selected Tweet Replies

Twitter is reportedly working on a new tool which would enable users to hide selected replies from any of their tweets.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 1, 2019

WhatsApp Outlines Key Development Milestones for its 10-Year Anniversary [Infographic]

WhatsApp turned 10 years old this week, and to mark the occasion, they've released this infographic, outlines some of the key milestones for the app.

By Irfan Ahmad • Feb. 28, 2019