Twitter Introduces New Measures to Tackle Trolls and Bots on the Platform

Twitter is rolling out even more tools to detect bots and trolls, and is removing fake accounts at a higher rate than ever before.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 27, 2018

A 3-Step Guide to Using LinkedIn's Video Sponsored Content

Here's a simple, three-step strategy to use LinkedIn video ads to increase traffic to your website and attract warm leads for your business.

By Brandon Windsor • June 25, 2018

Facebook Tests the Ability to Cross-Post Facebook Updates to Instagram

Facebook's testing the ability for users to cross-post Facebook updates to Instagram.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2018

Facebook Tests New Tool to Track the Amount of Time You're Spending on the Platform

Facebook is testing a new tool which would show you how much time you're spending in the app each day.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2018

Facebook Showcases Advanced AR Tools - Which Could be a Problem for Snap Inc.

Facebook's AR and VR tools and revolving fast, which could make it harder for Snap to maintain momentum. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2018

YouTube Announces New Monetization Tools for Creators as the Online Video Battle Heats Up

YouTube has announced a range of new monetization tools for creators, making it harder for Facebook to lure them away.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2018

Twitter Acquires Smyte to Help Reduce the Impact of Trolls and Bots

Twitter has acquired digital safety company Smyte, part of the platform's continued efforts to eliminate trolls, spam and abuse.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2018

Facebook Expands Auto-Translation Tools in Messenger, a Step Towards Cross-Border Commerce

Facebook is adding auto-translation tools within Messenger, which could open up the door for more cross-border business dealings.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2018

7 IGTV Video Ideas You Can Steal for Your Brand or Business

Instagram's new long-form video hub is here, and it opens up a range of new digital marketing opportunities. 

By Dhariana Lozano • June 22, 2018

Instagram Now Has a Billion Monthly Active Users

Instagram has announced that it has crossed the billion active user threshold.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 21, 2018

Facebook's Testing a New Way for Group Admins to Charge for Access to Exclusive Content

Facebook's testing a new option which would enable group admins to charge for access to exclusive content.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 21, 2018

Snapchat Announces New Additions to Snap Map, Including Weather Effects

Snapchat has added some new effects to Snap Map, representing real-world happenings.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 21, 2018

Facebook's Reportedly Adding Autoplay Video Ads to Messenger

Facebook is reportedly testing out autoplay video ads within Facebook Messenger.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 21, 2018

Facebook's Adding New Interactive Video Features, Including a HQ Trivia-Style Quiz Option

Facebook's adding a range of new interactive video tools, including a quiz option for both live and on-demand content.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 20, 2018

Facebook Announces 'Brand Collabs Manager' Platform to Connect Influencers with Brands

Facebook has launched a new tool to connect influencers with brands, and facilitate new marketing opportunities. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 20, 2018

Instagram has Launched a New Long-Form Video Content App Called 'IGTV'

Instagram has launched a new, long-form video app, with a focus on influencer-generated content.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 20, 2018

Brands are Taking a Stand Against Those Who Buy Followers - a New Shift in Influencer Marketing

Unilever has announced that it will no longer work with those who purchase social media followers, the start of another shift for influencer marketing. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 19, 2018

Snapchat Partners with Clio Awards to Recognize AR Advertising Campaigns

Snapchat has partnered with the Clio Awards to offer a new category recognizing excellence in AR-based ad campaigns. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 19, 2018

Facebook's Working on the Next Evolution of AR, Using Still Images

Facebook's developing the next stage of AR and VR tools, which will be better able to map still images.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 19, 2018

Twitter Launches New Site to Provide Insights into How to Make Best Use of the Platform

Twitter has launched a new educational platform to help businesses get the most out of the platform's various tools. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 16, 2018

Facebook Announces 3D-180 Video - Another Step Towards VR Social

Facebook has launched a new form of immersive content for News Feeds, which combines 3D depth with 180-degree perspective.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 16, 2018

Snapchat Launches 'SnapKit' Developer Platform to Expand In-App Functionality

Snapchat is giving developers access to their platform via SnapKit, which will enable Snapchat login and integration of Snap features, outside the app itself.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2018

Instagram Tests New Video Stickers in Stories

Instagram is testing a new option which lets users add multiple images as stickers to a Story frame - including video stickers.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2018

Reddit Launches Native Video Ads Which Will Autoplay In-Stream

Reddit is launching native video ads, the latest step in the platform's advancing monetization efforts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2018

New Report Highlights Declining Consumer Trust in Facebook as a News Source

Another new report has shown that consumer sentiment around Facebook is in decline, underlining the effects of the fake news scandal.  

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 15, 2018