Threads Adds Light Mode Option in Desktop Version of the App

There is also light and dark mode in the mobile app, kind of.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2023

Meta Launches Live Test of New ‘Audiobox’ AI Audio Generation Tools

Audiobox can recreate your voice. And it’s weird.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2023

X Is Looking To Add Live Video to Spaces Chats

Live video could help to enhance Spaces engagement.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2023

Social Platforms Continue To Explore Enclosed Group Sharing Options

Social media engagement is moving into more private spaces, which the platforms are now looking to better facilitate.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2023

Google Provides Insight Into the Top Search Trends of 2023 and the Last 25 Years

Google’s celebrating 25 years of Search with a broader overview of historic trends.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 11, 2023

Threads’ New Topic Tags Highlight Some Key Areas of Discussion

Now, we can get some idea of what topics are driving the most discussion in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 10, 2023

Threads Adds Separate Link URL To Help Track Referral Traffic

This is set to become an increasingly important signifier.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 10, 2023

Threads on Course to Launch for EU Users Next Week

The wait will seemingly soon be over for EU social media fans.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 8, 2023

WhatsApp Launches ‘View Once’ for Audio Messages

Which really should be called “listen once”, but whatever.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 7, 2023

Meta Launches New Initiative To Establish AI Safety Regulations

The project aims to develop industry-first guidelines on safe AI development.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 7, 2023

Threads Rolls Out Topic Tags to All Users

Another step in the development of Meta's real-time discussion app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 7, 2023

Meta Launches Roll-Out of End-To-End Encryption by Default on Messenger

Default encryption finally comes to Messenger after five years of development.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 7, 2023

YouTube Highlights Its Top Trends, Topics and Creators of 2023

The big trends among YouTubers for the year.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 6, 2023

LinkedIn Launches ‘Guide to Creating’ To Provide More Tips for Members

The new page will share tips and notes on how to maximize your LinkedIn presence.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 6, 2023

Meta Adds More Generative AI Elements, Including Post Prompts and Image Creation In-Stream

A heap of new generative AI features are coming to Facebook and IG. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 6, 2023

Reddit Launches 2023 ‘Reddit Recap,’ Highlighting Key Usage Trends

The latest trend insights from Reddit.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 6, 2023

The Age of Virtual Influencers Is Coming, Bringing a Range of New Considerations for Brands

The next stage of virtual influencers could make it increasingly difficult to differentiate real from fake.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 5, 2023

Giphy Highlights the Top GIF Trends of 2023

Giphy's listing provides some interesting context on the year that was.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 5, 2023

An Overview of the Evolving Data Landscape Powering AI, VR, and More [Infographic]

AI, VR, and other advanced applications will require a lot of computing power, which is a key consideration for the next stage of development.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 4, 2023

Instagram Chief Offers Insight Into Threads Content Ranking

The Threads team is looking to take a different approach to content ranking in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 3, 2023

Reddit Provides Insights Into Its International Growth Efforts

The platform reports it is seeing double-digit growth in users outside the U.S.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 30, 2023

WhatsApp Adds Chat Lock Codes for Extra Privacy

Another way to further secure private WhatsApp chats.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 30, 2023

Threads Expands Keyword Search to All Regions

The Threads team is taking a cautious approach to each new element.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 30, 2023

TikTok’s New ‘Artist Accounts’ Help Promote Emerging Musicians

TikTok has become a key platform for music promotion.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 30, 2023

Meta to Launch Threads in the EU Next Month

Meta is apparently confident that the app can meet new privacy regulations in the region.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 30, 2023