Meta Showcases How the Metaverse Will Enhance Freedom of Expression

In a new video for Pride Month, Meta shows how the metaverse can enable more open expression online.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 28, 2022

New Study Shows Twitter is the Most Used Social Media Platform Among Journalists

The research underlines why Twitter is such an influential platform in the modern media cycle.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 28, 2022

Meta Reassures Users That it Has Not Changed its Policies on Abortion-Related Content

Meta says that it has made no change to its policies in the wake of the recent Supreme Court ruling.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 28, 2022

Social Platforms Could Face Legal Action for Addictive Algorithms Under Proposed California Law

The law bill would enable parents to take legal action against social platforms for addicting their kids to their apps.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 28, 2022

Facebook Adds New Groups Engagement Options, Including New Side Bar Access to Latest Group Updates

Facebook's putting a new focus on groups as it seeks to re-ignite in-app engagement.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 28, 2022

New Report Looks at the Rise of Beauty Enhancement Trends and Tools Online

The use of beautification enhancement tools in photo apps is causing significant impacts on user psychology.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 27, 2022

Instagram Opens Reels API Access to Third-Party Platforms

Some new options for managing your Instagram Reels content.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 27, 2022

Elon Musk's Team Asks for More Data to Complete Assessment of Twitter Bots

This could help to clear the final hurdles for Elon's takeover of the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 24, 2022

Meta's Developing New Spatial Audio Tools for AR and VR to Enhance Virtual Experiences

Audio elements could play a much bigger part in immersive engagement than you would initially think.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 24, 2022

Instagram's Testing AR Elements Within Stories and its New NFT Display Features

Instagram's testing out a few different AR options, as it looks to merge users into the metaverse experience.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2022

Reddit Looks to Boost Reddit Talks Discovery, Adds New Soundboard Option

Reddit's looking to get more users aware f relevant Reddit Talks audio sessions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2022

TikTok Launches New 'Attribution Manager' to Provide More Ad Performance Tracking Capacity

The updated process provides more capacity to track the performance of your TikTok ads.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2022

Snapchat Launches New Support Program for Emerging Black Creators

The new program will provide participants with financial support and training.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2022

Clubhouse Tests Private Rooms, New Reactions as it Seeks to Maintain Relevance

Can Clubhouse re-capture its magic?

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2022

Twitter Adds New Ways to Promote Spaces Usage as it Seeks to Maximize Audio Adoption

Twitter's still looking to make Spaces a thing, despite slow take-up of the option.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2022

Instagram Adds New Age Verification Features to Better Detect and Protect Younger Users

The new measures will enhance Instagram's capacity to protect younger users in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 23, 2022

Twitter Making 'Branded Likes' Available to All Advertisers in the App

Branded Likes are custom Like animations for ad campaigns.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2022

TikTok Updates Ad Policies to Limit Unwanted Exposure Among Younger Users in Europe

TikTok has been working with EU officials to update its systems in line with regulations.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2022

Meta Announces Coming Digital Payment and NFT Options as it Advances Towards the Metaverse

Meta's new overviews and plans provide more perspective on the future of digital items.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2022

Meta Outlines New Opportunities for Reels Creators via Facebook Stars Donations

New opportunities for Reels creators to make money on Facebook and IG.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2022

Twitter Launches 'Notes' Long-Form Blogging Option, Attached to Tweets

Twitter's adding a new way to include long-form text posts within your tweets.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2022

YouTube Publishes New insights into Key Video Consumption Trends Among Gen Z [Infographic]

The report looks at the latest trends among younger audiences, and how they're influencing online culture.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2022

Twitter Launches New Shopify Integration to Boost eCommerce Opportunities

The integration provides another way for eCommerce brands to tap into real time tweet discussion.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2022

Reddit Publishes New Guide to NFTs, and Launching a Branded NFT Project

The 41-page guide provides an overview of the current NFT marketplace and opportunities.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 22, 2022

Twitter Announces the Re-Launch of its 'Chirp' Developer Conference

The conference will bring together developers and members of Twitter's team to discuss the latest developments and answer technical queries.

By Andrew Hutchinson • June 21, 2022