Threads Adds Simplified Fediverse Connection Options

A simple process to encourage people to sign up for fediverse sharing.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 12, 2024

Google Announces AI Training Programs for SMBs

New info sessions for SMBs on the potential of AI.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 12, 2024

The Most Loved Social Media Apps by Country [Infographic]

Assessing social media apps based on how they are rated offers a different picture than looking at usage alone.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 11, 2024

Questions May Generate More Reach on Threads, per Report

Threads’ algorithm appears geared towards incentivizing discussion over everything else, a Business Insider reporter recently found. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 11, 2024

Google Partners with Wayback Machine to Display Archived Links

A new way to scan for older versions of content on a website.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 11, 2024

US Attorneys General Endorse Plan for Social Media Warning Labels

Warning tags, similar to cigarette packaging, could prompt more consideration.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 10, 2024

YouTube Rolls Out ‘Add Yours’ Sticker for Shorts to All Users

Just like Instagram, but on YouTube instead. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 10, 2024

Should Social Media Be Restricted to Users Over 16?

Australia is the latest country to propose social media age limits.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 9, 2024

YouTube Adds Website Visits Goal for Promotions

Another simple promo option on YouTube.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 9, 2024

Meta Announces Next Steps for EU Messaging Interoperability

Meta is required to incorporate third-party DMs under new regulations.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 8, 2024

Bluesky and Threads Rise Following X’s Brazil Ban

Brazilian users are shifting to other apps in the wake of the X ban in the region.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 7, 2024

TikTok Adds Instagram Notes-Like Feature to Inboxes

It's IG Notes, but on TikTok.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 5, 2024

YouTube Implements Restrictions on Content Recommendations for Teens

YouTube is trying to limit the harm caused by repeated exposure to certain content.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 5, 2024

YouTube Develops New Processes To Detect AI Deepfakes

Advanced AI detection tools are coming.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 5, 2024

YouTube Adds More Thumb Frame Editing Options for Shorts

But you can't upload wholly custom thumb frame images yet.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 4, 2024

YouTube Adds New Supervisory Tools for Teen Users

New options to help parents keep tabs on their kids' YouTube usage.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 4, 2024

Threads Adds Option To Rearrange Columns on Desktop

A handy update from the Threads team.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 29, 2024

Snapchat Reawakens Retro Trends With Latest Update

The latest round of Snap updates has a distinctly retro feel.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 29, 2024

Threads Continues To Gain Momentum Based on Download Charts

Threads made the top 10 most downloaded apps once again in July.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 29, 2024

Threads Takes Next Steps Toward Fediverse Integration

The expansion is a core part of Meta’s Threads experiment. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 28, 2024

YouTube Expands AI Comment Summaries to More Languages

Comment summaries make it easier to locate topical discussions on videos.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 28, 2024

YouTube Expands Access to Courses for Creators

The latest updates from YouTube, including a new monetization path for creators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 27, 2024

Instagram Adds New Text and Sticker Options

The app is expanding style options available to users. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 27, 2024

Zuckerberg Raises Questions Over Government Suppression Requests

The Meta chief has criticized past government suppression requests. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 26, 2024

Meta Adds Labels to Business Chats in Messenger

The new explainers will clarify how data from business chats is used.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 26, 2024