Reddit Launches New, NFT-Like Avatar Project, Enabling Users to Purchase Custom Reddit Avatars

Reddit's new artist-created avatars will be made available for purchase, for use both on and off Reddit.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 7, 2022

Twitter Launches Initial Test of Collaborative Tweets

The option, currently in limited testing, enables you to collaborate with another user on a single tweet.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 7, 2022

Meta Outlines Advances in Language Translation, a Crucial Consideration in Furthering Metaverse Connection

Meta's latest translation tools can now interpret 200 languages, facilitating new opportunities.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 6, 2022

YouTube Launches Updated Shorts Analytics, New Comparative Display for New and Returning Viewers

YouTube has rolled out a range of analytics tweaks and updates.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 6, 2022

Meta Launches New Legal Proceedings Against Data Scraping, Helping to Establish Precedent Around Misuse

Meta's ongoing legal enforcement actions are helping to evolve laws around the misuse of user data.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 5, 2022

TikTok Looks to Reassure US Authorities that US User Data is Not Being Shared with the CCP

China's continued actions in opposition to other regions could see TikTok caught in the middle.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 5, 2022

Pinterest Will Now Provide Employees with More Freedom to Work from Where They Choose

Pinterest will let staff work in foreign locations for three months of the working year.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 5, 2022

Instagram Expands Access to Reels Templates, Adds New Music Recommendations for Reels Clips

Instagram's looking to provide more help for users looking to tap into Reels trends.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 5, 2022

TikTok Scales Back Live-Stream Commerce Ambitions, Which Could Be a Big Blow for the App

Live-stream commerce has been a key earner for the Chinese version of the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 5, 2022

Twitter Tests New Bitmoji Integration to Display Your Digital Character as Your Twitter Profile Image

The integration would provide another way to use your Snapchat Bitmoji, on another platform.

By Andrew Hutchinson • July 1, 2022

TikTok Tests Dedicated Shopping Feed with Users in Indonesia

The next step in TikTok's shopping integration plan.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 30, 2022

TikTok's Guidelines Enforcement Report Shows Increases in Sexualized Content and Fake Accounts

The report shows that TikTok's systems are detecting more violations, while also highlighting some key points of concern. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 30, 2022

Twitter Adds New Spaces Recording and Management Tools as it Continues to Focus on Audio Options

Twitter continues to enhance its Spaces offering, and make it more podcast-like.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 30, 2022

Twitter Rolls Out 'Branded Likes' to Advertisers in the US, UK, Saudi Arabia and Japan

The high-end ad option provides an interactive, engaging way to enhance your tweet promotions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 30, 2022

YouTube's Removing the Option to Hide Subscriber Counts, Adding Improved Auto Moderation Tools

YouTube's looking to combat spammers and scammers with some new updates.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 30, 2022

Meta Launches New NFT Display Options on Facebook

Get ready for the next stage of NFTs, with Facebook now incorporating NFT display options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 30, 2022

Facebook Adds New Option to Assign Community Managers to Moderate Live Broadcasts

This will provide more capacity to manage your Facebook Live broadcasts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 29, 2022

YouTube Tests Disappearing Community Posts, Expands Access to Membership Gifting

Expiring posts will provide another way to enhance engagement with your YouTube audience.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 29, 2022

Instagram Announces New $650k Grants Program For Black-Owned Creators and Businesses

The program will offer a range of funding packages for Black-owned organizations and individuals.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 29, 2022

Meta Provides Expanded Business Support Through Updated 'Pro Team' Initiative

The program offers direct insights and assistance from Meta's team – though it's not available to all brands as yet.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 29, 2022

Facebook Launches New 'Creator Collaborations' Option to Help Boost Creator Exposure in the App

The new tags will enable creators to tag other creator profiles on collaborative posts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 29, 2022

Snapchat Officially Launches its New ‘Snapchat+‘ Subscription Program

The new subscription offering could provide another revenue pathway for Snap.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 29, 2022

Meta Publishes Major New Report into Public Perceptions Around Climate Change

The report underlines the evolving public perception of climate change, and how to address its impacts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 29, 2022

FCC Commissioner Calls for TikTok to be Removed From US App Stores

Could TikTok be in for another round of legal challenges in the US?

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 29, 2022

Pinterest CEO Steps Aside, as Former Google Commerce Chief Takes the Reigns at the App

Former Google Commerce Chief Bill Ready will bring a wealth of search knowledge to the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 28, 2022