YouTube Launches Expanded Test of Channel Gifting to Help Creators Grow Their Audience

The option enables channel members to help expand a creators' audience by donating 1-month memberships.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2022

Zuckerberg Previews Next-Level AR Experience in New 'Cambria' Headset Showcase

Meta's latest VR headset advances show how AR elements will be integrated into its broader metaverse shift.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2022

Twitter Announces Major Staffing Changes as Musk Deal Continues to Take Shape

Key Twitter leaders Kayvon Beykpour and Brice Falck are moving on, while the Musk deal faces further scrutiny.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2022

Twitter Tests New Option to Start a Space About a Chosen Tweet

The option could be a new way to spark more audio discussion in the app - or it could lead to more harassment and abuse.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2022

Snapchat's Latest Viral AR Effect Underlines its Nous and Understanding of AR Elements

Snapchat continues to lead the way on AR innovation and development.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2022

YouTube Launches Updated Green Screen Option for Shorts, Expanding Creative Potential

The new option will enable creators to use almost any YouTube clip as a background element for their Shorts clips.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2022

Twitter Launches Updated, Simplified Privacy Policy, and New Game to Highlight Protection Options

Twitter's trying to clarify its data and privacy options, with a range of simplification updates for its Privacy Policy.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2022

TikTok Announces First 'For You' Summit in Canada

TikTok's next 'For You' Summit, showcasing the latest platform insights and tips, will be held in Canada next month.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2022

YouTube Expands Access to 'Clips' Video Highlights Option

The option enables you to take a small snippet of a video clip to enable more types of social sharing.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 11, 2022

Twitter Shares New Insights into Engagement Around the Eurovision Song Contest [Infographic]

The 2022 Eurovision Song Contest finals are being held this week. Prepare yourself.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 10, 2022

Twitter Implements New Rules to Limit the Reach of Duplicated Tweets

Twitter's announced some new rules to combat the misuse of copied tweets - though they may not go far enough. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 10, 2022

Meta Looks Set to Push Publishers Towards Short Video in New Pivot

The new push could force news publishers to reassess their Facebook strategies once again.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 10, 2022

Musk Discusses His Views on Content Moderation as Twitter Deal Inches Closer to Completion

Musk continues to outline his approach to free speech, as his Twitter takeover plan slowly moves closer to fruition.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 10, 2022

LinkedIn Adds Live Captions for Audio Events, Custom URL Listings on Creator Profiles

Some handy new updates from LinkedIn, which continues to see record levels of engagement.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 10, 2022

TikTok Expands Ad Data Verification Partnership with Integral Ad Science

The expanded partnership will provide more assurance on TikTok's ad performance data.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 9, 2022

Instagram Launches Initial Test of NFT Display Options, Which Are Also Coming to Facebook Soon

NFTs are coming to Meta's apps, with Instagram launching an initial test of its new NFT display options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 9, 2022

Musk Plans to Increase Twitter's User Base by Almost 200% Over the Next Three Years

New details have emerged of Elon Musk's grand plans for Twitter.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 8, 2022

Facebook's Removing a Range of Location Tracking Tools as Data Regulations Continue to Evolve

Why is Facebook removing these data tracking tools? It could be in line with evolving regulations.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 6, 2022

WhatsApp's Doubling the Size of Group Chats in the App

The super-massive WhatsApp group chats could open up a range of new use cases.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 6, 2022

Twitter Expands Test of TikTok-Like Display Format in its Explore Tab

The updated format could help Twitter refine its recommendations, while also leaning into evolving consumer trends.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 6, 2022

TikTok Expands Test of New 'Friends' Tab, Replacing 'Discover'

The new tab will showcase content from your connections, which could help to make TikTok a more important interaction tool.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 5, 2022

LinkedIn Updates Feed Algorithm to Downrank Engagement-Baiting Posts and Polls

Change is coming to your LinkedIn feed - because people have had enough of the many, many polls.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 5, 2022

LinkedIn Provides New Insights into Key Trends by Region [Infographic]

The new regional insights packages provide a range of helpful notes and planning points.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 5, 2022

Musk Secures Funding as More Hints of His Twitter Plans Slowly Filter Through

Elon Musk's Twitter deal is progressing, and we are seeing more hints of his plans for the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 5, 2022

Pinterest Launches New 'TV Studio' App as it Looks to Expand on its Live Commerce Offerings

The new app is designed to help live-streamers improve the quality of their broadcasts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 4, 2022