Instagram and Snapchat Look to Boost Voter Participation with New Tools

Both Instagram and Snapchat are looking to boost voter participation in the US midterms with new stickers and prompts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 3, 2018

Hackers are Looking to Sell Private Facebook Information, Another Facebook Data Issue

A hacker group claims to have data from over 120 million Facebook accounts, including private messages and personal information.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 3, 2018

China's Tencent Releases its Own Variation of Snap Spectacles, Which May Actually Help Snapchat

Chinese social media giant Tencent has released a new set of smart glasses which resemble Snapchat's Spectacles - and could have implications for Snap's device.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 3, 2018

Twitter Updates Tweet Reporting Options to Cover More Specific Issues and Concerns

Twitter has updated its tweet reporting options, which will now enable users to provide more details on the nature of the issue.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 2, 2018

Are Short Video Clips Making a Comeback Through TikTok?

Music video clip app TikTok is growing in usage, and may become a more significant social media consideration.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 2, 2018

Facebook Expands Breaking News Tags, Brings Local News Update Module to More Regions

Facebook has announced the expansion of both its 'Breaking News' tags and its local news update option.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 2, 2018

Facebook Updates Pixel Data Sharing Process, Announces Advanced Instagram Analytics Beta

Facebook has announced two analytics updates, both designed to provide more transparency into how your online efforts impact offline results.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 2, 2018

Twitter Releases Major Events Calendar for November to Help with Strategic Planning

Twitter has released its latest major events calendar, highlighting all the key dates of note in November 2018.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 2, 2018

Pinterest Rolls-Out New Carousel Ad Format, Providing Expanded Brand Opportunities

Pinterest is rolling out a new carousel ad format - just in time for your holiday campaigns.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 2, 2018

Instagram Rolls Out New Option to Share IGTV Content in Stories, Begins Testing 'Promoted Stories'

Instagram is adding a new way to share IGTV content, and is testing a new option to promote your Instagram Stories.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 2, 2018

Twitter's Launched an Updated Tweet Compose Option on iOS

Twitter has launched a new tweet compose option for iOS, which is aimed at encouraging more active tweet engagement.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 1, 2018

Twitter Launches Test of New Button to Switch Between Chronological and Algorithmic Timeline

After promising it last month, Twitter's now launching a new test of an easy switch between chronological and algorithm-defined timelines.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 1, 2018

Report Finds Facebook's Political Ad Transparency Efforts Can be Easily Manipulated

A new report has shown that Facebook's political ad transparency efforts can be thwarted by simply posing as another organization.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 31, 2018

Twitter Releases Data on Usage Trends Since the Change to 280 Characters

Twitter has released a set of new data points which highlight that the switch from 140 to 280 characters has been a success for the platform.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 31, 2018

Facebook's Testing Another New Stories Layout as it Continues to Push Usage

Facebook's trying out another new format for Facebook Stories presentation as part of its continuing efforts to make Stories happen.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 31, 2018

5 Ways to Use the Instagram Nametag Tool to Gain More Followers for Your Brand or Business

Instagram recently launched its 'Nametag' tool, which simplifies the process of following another user to scanning a photo. But can this tool help you expand your audience? 

By Dhariana Lozano • Oct. 31, 2018

Facebook Q3 Numbers: Users and Revenue Up but Signs of Potential Concerns in Future

Facebook has reported its Q3 performance numbers, showing increases in revenue and users, but a slowdown in usage in Europe and North America.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 30, 2018

Twitter Getting Rid of Likes? Not Anytime Soon

Twitter is not getting rid of its Like button anytime soon, contrary to recent reports.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 30, 2018

How to Better Engage with Customers on Social Media [Report]

A new report has outlined the staggering amount of time people now spend on social networks, and which platforms are seeing increased focus.

By Elaine Fogel • Oct. 30, 2018

Periscope Adds New Features to Boost Replay Engagement

Live-streaming app Periscope has added three new replay features as part of version 1.23 of the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 30, 2018

Fall Fashion Trends on Twitter [Infographic]

Twitter has published a new listing of fashion trends to help guide related marketing efforts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 28, 2018

Snapchat Adds Lenses to Desktop Cameras to Boost Awareness of Lens Tools

Snapchat is looking to broaden exposure for the many Lens variations available by bringing them to desktop cameras for use in video chats.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 27, 2018

Facebook Adds Page and Business Recommendations to Groups

Facebook has added a new recommendations tab to Groups to help facilitate discovery through trusted groups.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 27, 2018

Microsoft Reports that LinkedIn is Seeing 'Record Levels of Engagement'

LinkedIn has reported that engagement on the platform is at record levels as a result of feed improvements.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 26, 2018

Snapchat Q3 Earnings: Better Than Expected Revenue, While User Numbers Continue to Decline

Snap Inc. has reported its Q3 earnings results, posting another drop in active users, but better than expected revenue.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 25, 2018