Google Launches Emoji Reactions in Gmail

Inspired by social platform reactions, Google's bringing emoji responses to Gmail.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 9, 2023

Threads Looks To Add Trending Topics, GIFs, Voice Posts and More

Threads continues its rapid development as it looks to capitalize on its opportunity.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 9, 2023

TikTok Announces Themed AR Effects and Top Hashtags for Halloween

TikTok's looking to get more users involved in its Spooky Season trends.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 9, 2023

YouTube Tests New Community Notes Feed in Mobile App

YouTube's looking to better integrate its text-based update element.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 7, 2023

Meta Publishes New Guide to Its AI-Driven Advantage+ Ad Campaigns

The guide provides a valuable overview of Meta's Advantage+ campaigns.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 5, 2023

‘Reddit Ads Formula’ Marketer Education Platform Adds More Courses

The new courses cover Reddit's evolving ad tools and measurement options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 5, 2023

X’s Updated Link Preview Format Is Now Live

The new format removes headlines and descriptions. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 4, 2023

YouTube Expands Access To Monetization, Adds New AI Effect for Shorts

The new AI effect makes you look like an exotic plant. Yep.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 4, 2023

The ADL Resumes X Advertising After Hate Speech Clash

The ADL had come under fire from X owner Elon Musk in recent weeks.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 4, 2023

Reddit Updates Search Tools to Enhance Discovery

Some new updates to Reddit’s discovery tools.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 4, 2023

Meta’s Reportedly Exploring New Options To Reignite Threads Interest

Can Threads capitalize on the opportunity sparked by Musk's reformation of Twitter?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 3, 2023

Google’s New Requirements for Using Gmail for Mass Email Sends

Some new rules of note for those using Gmail for their outreach. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 3, 2023

Meta Proposes $14 per Month Charge for Ad-Free Facebook

How much would you pay for an ad-free Facebook or Instagram?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 3, 2023

LinkedIn Adds Generative AI Elements to Recruiter and Learning

LinkedIn continues to lean into generative AI.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Oct. 3, 2023

YouTube Launches New Subscriber Analytics to Assist in Content Planning

The more nuanced channel member analytics will give you more insight into what drives sign-ups. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 29, 2023

Reddit Removes the Option To Opt Out of Ad Personalization Based on In-App Activity

Reddit's moving to become more of a business, which could alienate a lot of its users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 28, 2023

X May Be Developing an Ad Free Version of Its Premium Subscription Package

Would you pay for an ad-free version of X?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 27, 2023

Meta’s New AI and VR Push Includes Celebrity-Influenced Chatbots and Next-Gen Smart Glasses

A range of new AI elements are coming to Facebook and IG, including new chatbots in the communications style of celebrities.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 27, 2023

X Looks To Add ‘Verified Only’ Reply Option on Posts To Push Paid Subscriptions

X continues to push for more users to sign up to its X Premium package.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 26, 2023

YouTube Updates Monetization Guidelines on Certain Sensitive Topics

YouTube will now allow ad revenue share on certain sensitive issues, while further restricting ads on eating disorder related content.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 26, 2023

X’s Coming Audio and Video Calling Options Are Likely To Be Exclusive to Premium Subscribers

X is set to release its new calling options soon. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 25, 2023

Reddit Launches Gold Program That Will See Top Contributors/Mods Paid for Their Efforts

The new program aims to get to add more value to Reddit's rewards programs.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 25, 2023

Meta Looks Set to Unveil Its New AI Chatbots This Week, Available in Various Personas

According to reports, Meta's AI chatbots will come in over 30 different personas.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 24, 2023

A Look at the Comparative MAU and DAU Stats for All the Major Social Apps

Where does each social platform rank in terms of active users? Here's a look at the latest data.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 23, 2023

Meta Says that Threads Engagement Is Lower Than It Would Like, as It Continues to Build the App

Instagram chief Adam Mosseri says that the Threads team is working to drive more engagement.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Sept. 22, 2023