Reddit Adds New Ad Measurement Options to Validate Performance

New ways to measure ad performance comes as many businesses remain in the experimental phase with Reddit promotions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 24, 2023

LinkedIn Expands Engagement Signals to Better Personalize User Feeds

If you have noticed a change to your LinkedIn feed of late, it’s likely the result of a recent algorithm change.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 23, 2023

Meta Adds More Safety Features in Latest Horizon Worlds Update

Are we headed for a new mental health crisis as a result of VR use?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 23, 2023

Meta Expands End-to-End Encryption in Messenger

Meta continues to push ahead with its full messaging encryption plan. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 22, 2023

YouTube Tests New Display for Subscriptions Feed and a New Music Discovery Process

Soon, you'll be able to hum a tune into the app, and YouTube will find relevant song matches for you.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 22, 2023

Meta Releases Advanced Language Translation Model to Fuel Next Stage of Communication

The new model can translate over 100 languages, and could be a big advance for real-time communication tools.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 22, 2023

Reddit Expands Interest Targeting for Ads

The number of interests available to target will grow from 66 to 152 over the next few weeks. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 22, 2023

EU Users Can Soon Opt Out of Algorithmic Sorting on Facebook and Instagram

An algorithm-free experience in Meta’s apps is likely to be welcomed by many and will bring them into compliance with the EU’s Digital Services Act.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 22, 2023

Meta Announces Initial Launch of Threads Web App

The Threads web app is a key update that will provide more insight into the viability of the new platform.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 22, 2023

BeReal Adds Expanded ‘Friends of Friends’ Feed as It Looks to Reignite User Interest

With user growth stagnating, BeReal is looking to new engagement elements.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 21, 2023

YouTube Looks to Add Protections for Musicians in Generative AI Use-Cases

With AI usage expanding, YouTube's looking to get ahead of the next wave.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 21, 2023

Instagram Announces That It’s Testing Audio Clips for Notes in the App

A new addition for Notes, which is gaining traction with younger IG users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 17, 2023

Meta Rolls Out New Elements for Threads as Engagement Continues to Decline

Threads has lost its early hype, but can it still win out?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 17, 2023

WhatsApp Adds Support for HD Images

Higher quality visuals are coming to your WhatsApp chats.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 17, 2023

YouTube Tests New Supplementary Insights on Educational Videos

The new process aims to enhance the educational value of YouTube clips.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 16, 2023

Meta Launches New Generative AI Tool to Help Improve the Accuracy of AI Responses

Meta’s hoping AI can fix its AI problem. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 15, 2023

YouTube Adds New ‘Samples’ Element to YouTube Music to Improve Artists Discovery

A new music discovery element, which is fast-becoming a key consideration for social apps.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 15, 2023

Meta Shares New Details of Connect 2023 VR Showcase Event

Where Meta will share the latest on its evolving metaverse vision.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 14, 2023

On Elon Vs. Zuck, and Elon’s Use of Controversy to Maximize Media Attention

Whether the fight happens or not may actually be irrelevant in the broader scheme.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 11, 2023

YouTube Will Now Let You Add More Links To Your Channel Profile

You can add up to 14 links to the updated display. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 10, 2023

Meta Plans To Provide the First Samples of Its AR Glasses to Testers Next Year

Meta has been forced to revise its AR glasses plans, but it is still pushing ahead.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 10, 2023

Yaccarino Says Advertisers are Coming Back To X in First Major Interview as CEO

Linda Yaccarino said all the right things in her first major interview since taking on the role of X chief.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 10, 2023

Instagram Tests New Collaborative Posting Option to Encourage Participation

The new option could have various uses for brand promotion.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 9, 2023

YouTube Adds New Report Which Breaks Down Channel Performance by Video Format

The new report is likely designed to highlight the potential of Shorts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 9, 2023

Threads Adds New Features as It Looks to Capitalize on Early Interest

Can Threads still become a viable alternative to X/Twitter?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Aug. 9, 2023