TikTok Adds New Tools to Better Enable Users to Credit Trend Originators

TikTok's looking to build a 'culture of credit' to ensure that all originators get more recognition for their work.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 18, 2022

Twitter Launches Super Follower Only Spaces as it Builds on its Creator Monetization Options

Will this help to make Super Followers a bigger consideration for creators?

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 17, 2022

Twitter Loses Three More Execs as Musk Takeover Drama Continues

Musk is now threatening to abandon the deal completely, which he may find challenging.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 17, 2022

Meta Shares Latest Numbers on Rules Enforcement, Including Abuse and Terror-Related Content and Fake Profiles

Meta's provided a new overview of its efforts to detect spam, abuse, harmful content and fake profiles in its apps.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 17, 2022

Meta Releases Latest, Baffling 'Widely Viewed Content' Report

Meta's 'Widely Viewed Content Report' continue to highlight concerning content trends on Facebook, rather than dispel them.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 17, 2022

Instagram Will Host a Physical Pop-Up Store in NYC This Week

Instagram will showcase a range of creators and products at its first NYC pop-up store.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 16, 2022

Twitter Tests New Tags to Indicate Engagement from Tweet Author in Replies

Twitter continues to try out new engagement tools - even with the Elon Musk deal pending.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 16, 2022

Twitter Defends Fake Account Metrics After Latest Queries from Elon Musk

Musk's Twitter deal is still going ahead, though not smoothly by any interpretation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 16, 2022

LinkedIn's 'Funny' Reaction Looks to be Getting Closer to Release

LinkedIn says that this has been a highly requested addition.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 15, 2022

Instagram Tests New 'Following' Tab Format with Users in India

Instagram continues to play catch-up with Instagram, as TikTok does the same in reverse.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 13, 2022

YouTube Receives MRC Brand Safety Accreditation for Second Year Running

YouTube is the only digital platform to achieve the MRC's top content accreditation. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 13, 2022

Musk Says Twitter Deal 'On Hold' Pending More Data on the Actual Number of Fake Accounts in the App

Musk has questioned Twitter's fake account metrics, which may cause more complications in his Twitter takeover bid.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 13, 2022

LinkedIn Publishes New Pocket Guide to Effective Employer Branding

Employer branding is becoming a more important consideration within the changing jobs landscape.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 12, 2022

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