Facebook Re-Enables Option to View Profile as a Non-Connection

Facebook is bringing back the option to view your profile as a non-connection would see it, while its also making it easier to edit your publicly available information.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 15, 2019

Here's What You Need to Know About WhatsApp's Major Security Flaw

Facebook-owned WhatsApp has discovered a major security flaw in its system, which some have incorrectly pinned on the perceived failure of end-to-end encryption. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 15, 2019

What Facebook's Latest Video-Ranking Updates Mean for Your Small Business

Facebook is going to start rewarding content that gets longer watch times and repeat views - so what does that mean for your business?

By Jess Rozario-Ospino • May 14, 2019

YouTube Tests New Tool to Automatically Generate 6-Second Ad Variants from Longer Videos

YouTube is testing a new process that would use machine learning to automatically generate shorter video ad variants, based on longer creative,

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2019

Facebook Announces Improved Pay, Benefits for Content Moderators

After criticism of the pay and working conditions of content reviewers, Facebook has announced a range of changes to its processes.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2019

Instagram Separates New Likes on Posts, Adds Unfollower Stats for Creator Accounts

Instagram is testing out a couple of new audience insights tools which, while small, could provide significant benefit.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2019

Instagram Looks Set to Ramp Up its Efforts Against Apps Selling Likes and Followers

Instagram looks set to make another push to stop users purchasing followers and likes.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2019

Instagram Unveils Curated @Shop Account to Showcase Online Merchants

The new account will feature community trends including fashion, beauty and home decor.

By Robert Williams • May 13, 2019

What Happened on Social Media in April: A Round-Up

April was the month of big decisions for the major social media companies, especially for Zuckerberg's gems Facebook and Instagram. 

By Anna Bredava • May 10, 2019

Facebook Expands WhatsApp Mobile Payments, Eases Policy on Crypto Ads

The social network also announced a crackdown on ads for financial services that are associated with predatory behavior.

By Robert Williams • May 9, 2019

Facebook Automated Ads Help Small Businesses Meet Social Advertising Goals

Facebook has announced its new plan to help small businesses meet their Facebook and Instagram advertising goals: Facebook Automated Ads.

By Emma Wiltshire • May 9, 2019

This is What Marketers Can Take Away From Facebook's F8 2019 Announcements

Facebook's F8 may be labeled as a developer conference, but it's equally as important for marketers. Here's what social media marketers can take away from this year's F8 event.

By Andrew Kunesh • May 8, 2019

YouTube Announces Changes to 'Preferred' Ad Offering, Makes YouTube Originals Free to View

YouTube has announced some updates to its ad offerings and premium video at its eighth annual Brandcast event.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 4, 2019

Facebook Will Shutdown its Group Video Chat App Bonfire

Facebook has announced that its group video chat app Bonfire, which it launched in selected regions, will be shuttered.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 4, 2019

Facebook's Cryptocurrency Project Could Change the eCommerce Landscape

New details have emerged about Facebook's cryptocurrency exchange project, which could become a major consideration in the near future. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 4, 2019

Facebook to Appoint New Privacy Oversight Roles in Deal with FTC

In an investigation over privacy and data breaches, Facebook is looking to provide more assurance to regulatory bodies.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 3, 2019

Instagram is Working on a New 'Join Chat' Sticker for Stories

Instagram is working on a new Sticker which would enable Instagram Stories viewers to join a private chat group.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 3, 2019

10 Surprising Stats You Didn't Know About Content on LinkedIn [Infographic]

According to Microsoft, LinkedIn is currently seeing 'record levels of engagement' - but where, exactly, is it seeing the most activity? Check out these stats.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 3, 2019

Facebook Announces Bans of Well-Known Extremist Commentators

Facebook has announced that it's banning a range of well-known extremist commentators as part of its ongoing effort to rid its platform of hate speech.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 3, 2019

YouTube Pledges to Address Creator Concerns Around Monetization and Distribution

YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki has provided the YouTube creator community with an update to her work on addressing platform concerns.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 2, 2019

Facebook Messenger by the Numbers 2019 [Infographic]

Facebook has released a new infographic of Messenger usage stats which underline the massive growth of the platform.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 1, 2019

Facebook F8 2019: New Updates for Instagram, Including 'Shop from Creators' and Updated Camera

Facebook has announced a range of coming Instagram updates at its F8 conference, including 'Shop for Creators', which will provide another way to buy items from posts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 1, 2019

Facebook F8 2019: Facebook Announces New Updates for Groups, Dating and an App Redesign

Facebook has announced a heap of new updates for its main platform at F8 - here's a summary of all the key news.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 1, 2019

Facebook F8 2019: New Tools for Messenger and WhatsApp

Facebook has announced a range of coming updates for its messaging tools at its annual F8 conference.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 1, 2019

Looking to Dominate Facebook? Divisive Content May be Key

A new report has shown how Fox News has been able to dominate the social media news cycle by focusing on divisive issues.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 30, 2019