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

YouTube Adds New Analytics Cards, Simplifies Its ‘Product Drops’ Feature

The latest feature updates for YouTube, including live drops, and a TV app test.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 29, 2023

Reddit Unveils Branding Refresh, Including an Updated ‘Snoo’ Character

The next step in Reddit's broader realignment effort.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 29, 2023

Reddit Adds New ‘Creative’ Certification to Its Ads Formula Marketing Education Platform

A new way to learn more about Reddit ads best practices and showcase that knowledge.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 28, 2023

X Is Bringing Post Headlines Back to Link Previews In-Stream

Some good, pre-Thanksgiving news from Elon and team. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 22, 2023

YouTube Steps up Its Fight Against Ad Blockers With Load Delays

YouTube's had enough of users cutting off its ads.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 21, 2023

Meta Provides Expanded Access to Its Content and Library API To Facilitate Data Research

Meta's Content and Library API provides expanded data access to approved research partners.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 21, 2023

The Chaos at OpenAI Could Benefit Social Platform AI Projects

With the dust still yet to settle, many are now wondering what comes next for the AI field?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 20, 2023