Social Media Updates: Page 3
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Retrieved from Reddit on May 15, 2020
Reddit Tries Out Blockchain-Based Incentive Scheme to Encourage Community Actions
Reddit is testing out a new system that will enable Reddit moderators to allocate payments to members of their subreddits based on their activity.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2020 -
Retrieved from LinkedIn on May 15, 2020
LinkedIn Rebrands Editorial Team to LinkedIn News as it Continues to Expand News Coverage and Content
LinkedIn has re-branded its editorial team in an effort to better represent its evolving mission to connect its users with relevant information.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2020 -
Retrieved from Instagram/Twitter on May 15, 2020
Instagram Officially Launches Option to Share Instagram Live Broadcasts to IGTV
Instagram has added a new option which enables users to save their Instagram Live broadcasts to IGTV, making them available for viewing for longer.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2020 -
Retrieved from Facebook on May 15, 2020
Facebook Invests $1 Billion into New Sea Cable to Improve Internet Access in Africa
Facebook is looking to further its mission to connect the world, with the development of a new, billion-dollar sea cable to improve connectivity in Africa.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2020 -
Retrieved from Snapchat on May 14, 2020
Snapchat Updates Analytics Layout, Adds 'Quoting' Option to Respond to Replies
Snapchat has rolled out an update to its in-app analytics layout, and added a new 'Quoting' feature to respond to replies in your Story.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 14, 2020 -
Retrieved from Houseparty/Twitter on May 14, 2020
Houseparty Launches New Co-Watching Feature with Celebrity-Fronted Event Series
Group video chat app Houseparty is launching a new co-watching feature, with a range of celebrity guests helping to showcase the option.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 13, 2020 -
France Announces Tough New Content Removal Requirements for Social Platforms
France has announced a new set of laws that will require social media platforms to remove pedophile and terrorism-related content from their platforms within an hour.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 13, 2020 -
Retrieved from Facebook on May 14, 2020
Facebook Adds Messenger Rooms for Groups and Events
Facebook is making its new Messenger Rooms group video chat option available in groups and events.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 13, 2020 -
Facebook Brings its Cartoonish 'Avatars' to US Users
After rolling them out in Europe last month, Facebook is now giving US users access to its Bitmoji-like Avatars.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 13, 2020 -
Retrieved from LinkedIn on May 13, 2020
LinkedIn Now Factors 'Dwell Time' Into Content Distribution Algorithm, Which Could Be Bad News for 'Broetry'
LinkedIn is now factoring 'dwell time' on content into its feed algorithm, which could see it reducing the reach of less engaging posts.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020 -
Twitter Looks to Lead Broader Remote Work Shift, With Staff Free to Keep Working From Home Indefinitely
Twitter has told staff that they can continue to work from home for as long as they like, even after the COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020 -
Facebook Funds New Pro-Technology Advocacy Group to Improve Relations with US Politicians
Facebook is funding a new advocacy group in Washington which aims to improve understanding, and relationships, between tech companies and politicans.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020 -
Retrieved from Facebook on May 13, 2020
Facebook Publishes Latest Update on Content Removals, Fake Accounts, Government Requests and More
Facebook has published its latest Community Enforcement Update, providing insight into how many fake accounts are on the platform, how many content appeals its seeing, government requests for information are more.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020 -
Retrieved from Facebook on May 13, 2020
Facebook Provides New Ad Placement Controls to Better Manage Potential Brand Association
Facebook has updated its ad placement control tools, in order to provide more safety and assurance for advertisers.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020 -
Retrieved from LinkedIn on May 13, 2020
LinkedIn Launches its Own Polls Option to Facilitate More Engagement
LinkedIn has added its own, native polls option, providing another way to gather feedback, and boost engagement.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020 -
Retrieved from Instagram on May 13, 2020
Instagram Adds New Anti-Bullying Measures, Including Bulk Comment Actions and Mention Controls
Instagram has added some new anti-bullying measures, including the capacity to delete multiple comments at once and new controls on who can @mention your account.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020 -
Retrieved from Twitter on May 13, 2020
Twitter Officially Launches New 'Retweets with Comments' Listings on iOS
After testing the option over the past few weeks, Twitter is now officially releasing its new, integrated retweet display, which includes a separate list for 'Retweets with Comments'.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2020 -
TikTok Changes Rules on Music Usage by Businesses
TikTok has announced a change to its music licensing, which means that commercial entities can no longer use popular tracks in their clips.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2020 -
Courtesy of Snapchat
Snapchat Announces New Resources to Assist Users Dealing with Domestic Violence
Snapchat has partnered with the National Network to End Domestic Violence to provide new resources for Snapchatters who are dealing with domestic abuse.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2020 -
Retrieved from Pinterest on May 12, 2020
Pinterest Launches Updated Business Community to Facilitate Connection Between Business Owners
Pinterest has launched an updated 'Pinterest Business Community' platform to help facilitate discussion between business owners.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2020 -
Retrieved from Facebook on May 12, 2020
Facebook Outlines Full Graduation Week Schedule and Announces New Assistance Tools for Students
After announcing its upcoming virtual graduation event last month, Facebook has now unveiled the full program of events to celebrate the Class of 2020.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2020 -
Retrieved from Twitter on May 12, 2020
Twitter Adds New Labels on Potentially Harmful COVID-19 Misinformation in Tweets
Twitter's adding some new labels to potentially misleading tweets as it looks to increase its efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19 misinformation.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2020 -
Retrieved from Instagram on May 12, 2020
Facebook Launches New Support Tools for SMBs in Both Facebook and Instagram
Facebook has released a new set of features to support SMBs impacted by COVID-19, including a new 'Support Small Business' sticker for Instagram.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2020 -
YouTube Ads New options for Marketers Looking to Reach Viewers Watching on Home TV Screens
YouTube is adding two new options to help advertisers tap into evolving connected TV viewing trends.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 07, 2020 -
Retrieved from Jane Manchun Wong/Twitter on May 08, 2020
Instagram Is Testing New Ways to Navigate Through Your Stories Feed
Instagram is working on new options to help people skim through their Instagram Stories feed faster, which could be a step towards the next evolution of the News Feed.
By Andrew Hutchinson • May 07, 2020
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