Facebook Assigns Users with a 'Reputation Score', Helping to Sort Issue Reports

Facebook has confirmed that it assigns users with a reputation score - but it may not be as concerning as it initially seems.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 22, 2018

Facebook Will Remove More Than 5, 000 Ad Targeting Options to Stamp Out Discrimination

Facebook's removing thousands of ad targeting options which could be used to exclude or target people in a discriminatory way.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 22, 2018

Facebook Detects Another Group of Accounts Seeking to Inflame Social Divides

Facebook has detected another group of malicious actors seeking to use the platform to agitate political divides.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 22, 2018

Instagram Tests a New Recommendations Feature to Boost Content Discovery

Instagram's testing out a new way to discover content you might like, by showcasing it in the main feed, after you've seen all the latest posts from those you follow.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 21, 2018

5 Tips for Brands on How to Use Facebook's New 'Brand Collabs Manager' Tool

Facebook recently launched a new tool to help connect brands with relevant platform influencers. Here's an overview of how it works.

By Alice Oh • Aug. 19, 2018

Facebook's Rolling Out Facebook Stories Highlights on Profiles

Facebook is rolling out Stories Highlights, which will provide another way to showcase your Facebook Stories.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 18, 2018

Twitter Implements New API Restrictions, Which May See Changes to Your Favorite Twitter Apps

Twitter's implementing new API restrictions, which will see some third party tools lose functionality.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 17, 2018

Twitter's Considering Big Changes to Address User Concerns - But Are They Taking the Right Approach?

Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey says that they're open to making big changes to address concerns - but there are still many questions about the platform's process.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 17, 2018

Facebook Expands Gaming Ambitions with Expansion of Live-Streamer Assistance Program

Facebook is expanding its gamer-focused 'Level Up' program into more regions in an effort to get more gaming content onto its platform. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 17, 2018

LinkedIn Announces Re-Focus on Groups with New Tools and Options

LinkedIn is refreshing its groups option, adding in new tools while also focusing on limiting spam.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 16, 2018

Pinterest Improves Related Pin Recommendations, Increasing Engagement and Activity

Pinterest is improving its content recommendation tools, which has already seen the platform boost engagement rates.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 16, 2018

Facebook Reports that Birthday Fundraisers Have Raised Over $300 Million for Charity

Facebook's birthday fundraisers, which the platform launched last year, have already raised more than $300 million for non-profits.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 16, 2018

Facebook Adds New Options to Events to Add More Context to Listings

Facebook has launched a new Events update which enables organizers to list a schedule within their event listing.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 16, 2018

Twitter Continues to Qualify its User Counts by Removing Bad Actors

Twitter has announced another wave of account removals as it continues to clean up its platform data. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 15, 2018

Instagram Adds Private Polls to Direct Messages

Instagram has added poll stickers to Direct, giving you a new way to interact within enclosed groups.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 15, 2018

Facebook Launches New Process to Convert Still Images to Video, New Ad Creative Guide

Facebook is looking to help advertisers improve their Facebook ad performance by providing a new video option, and a new listing of tips.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 15, 2018

Twitter's Data-Friendly 'Twitter Lite' is Now Available in More Regions

Twitter is making its data-friendly 'Lite' version available in a heap more markets, expanding the platform's audience potential.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 14, 2018

Facebook Adds New Authorization Process for Page Managers

Facebook is adding new authorization requirements for managers of large Pages.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 11, 2018

Facebook's New Test Would Enable Users to Follow Breaking News Coverage

Facebook's testing a new option to help users stay in touch with breaking news updates on the platform.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 11, 2018

Facebook Announces New Ad Restrictions, Outlines 'Free Speech' Policy

Facebook has announced new restrictions on ads relating to bail bonds and addiction treatment, while also offering new insight into its policies on free expression.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 10, 2018

Facebook Announces New Mentorship Program for Groups

Facebook has added a new mentorship program for groups, which will enable group admins to connect interested users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 10, 2018

Facebook Shuts Down of 'Friend List Feeds'

Facebook has announced the shut down of it's little used 'Friends List' feeds tool, which enables users to customize their News Feeds to specific friends.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 10, 2018

Facebook Adds New AR Games to Messenger Video Chats

Facebook is adding new interactive AR games to Messenger video chats, which could add even more pressure to Snapchat.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 9, 2018

LinkedIn Reaches 575 Million Members

LinkedIn now has more than 575 million members worldwide, expanding opportunities through the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 9, 2018

Facebook Rolls Out Personalized Function Bar Shortcuts

Facebook's function bar shortcuts are being personalized to each users' habits, meaning there's now a heap of variations as to what users might see.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 9, 2018