Authorities need to establish clearer rules on social media age checking

There will be gaps in enforcement until there is a definitive solution to ensure that the same standards apply to all platforms.  

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 5, 2026

Meta pauses all contracts with Mercor after breach

The data contracting firm works with all the major artificial intelligence providers, including Anthropic, OpenAI and Meta, and was hit by hackers last week, per Wired.  

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 5, 2026

TikTok and ACRCloud partner on Derivative Works Detection system

The enhanced protections will help musicians who use the app’s SoundOn service identify misused audio tracks and combat copyright violations.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 5, 2026

YouTube experiments with TV-style channels for CTV viewing

The feature will launch with “Coachella TV” in April and offer 24/7 streaming access to archival performances and 2026 festival highlights.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 2, 2026

Instagram allows creators to schedule Trial Reels

The update will allow creators to decide when non-followers see their content, which could help align posts with regional engagement times.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 2, 2026

70% of teens in Australia still access social media despite bans

Although a new report found that about 4.7 million teen social media accounts were removed, deactivated or restricted, children still had access to the apps.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 1, 2026

YouTube connects AI chatbot to smart TVs

The platform’s AI tool will allow users to “make conversational queries” about in-app content and get in-stream responses.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 1, 2026

YouTube’s BrandCast 2026 advertiser event scheduled for May

The annual presentation will be hosted by comedian Trevor Noah and will include a performance by musician Chappell Roan.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 1, 2026

YouTube creators can now like video comments in bulk

The new Comments to Heart option will automate positive engagement and simulate personalized interaction on high-volume channels.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 31, 2026

Meta avoids Motion Picture Association lawsuit over PG-13 ratings

Instagram had been using the proprietary ratings scales without permission and will now include a disclaimer saying it “didn’t work with the MPA.”

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 31, 2026

Meta’s new Ray-Ban glasses will support prescription lenses

The latest AI-enhanced designs support all-day wear, allowing users to capture and record images and video in virtually any situation.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 31, 2026

Instagram confirms live test of its new subscription package

The Instagram Plus offering will give creators new features and is now live testing in some regions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 30, 2026

Meta outlines AI benefits for US construction industry

The company discussed how its AI approach to cement and concrete development can help producers compete on cost and build supply chain resilience.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 30, 2026

LinkedIn shares tips on using articles to enhance engagement

The company noted that long-form posts help maximize reach, and that posts on its app are a leading reference source for AI chatbots. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 30, 2026

Reddit expands access to publisher tools

All approved media partners will now be able to share content and analyze engagement as part of a beta test through the Links tab in Reddit Pro.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 30, 2026

EU regulators propose banning AI nudification apps

The legislation would prohibit any artificial image and video generation platform, including X’s Grok, from generating unauthorized, sexually explicit images.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2026

LinkedIn will no longer allow real-time livestreams

Starting in June, the platform will require users to schedule events ahead of time, although streams can be planned “just minutes in advance,” per the company.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2026

Meta’s next subscription package could boost Instagram performance

Additional features including spotlight and rewatch will allow paying users to get more out of their Instagram Stories, boosting app value for creators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2026

Meta updates Edits with new fonts, templates and better search tools

Included in the latest round of features is an exclusive font based on the film “Dhurandhar The Revenge,” which was recently released worldwide.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 29, 2026

WhatsApp rolls out multiple features to improve chats

Updates include new storage management tools, improved ways to transfer history from Android to iOS and AI-enabled responses.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 26, 2026

Meta’s Oversight Board warns against expanded rollout of community notes

The board said a crowd-sourced approach, which replaced the company’s third-party fact checking in the U.S., may not be safe in other regions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 26, 2026

Jury finds Meta and YouTube guilty of causing social media addiction

The plaintiff was awarded $6 million in damages following a California trial that focused on intentionally designed systems such as infinite scrolling.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 25, 2026

Reddit implements new [App] label to identify bot profiles

CEO Steve Huffman said the move was designed to let users know when they’re talking to a person and when they’re not.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 25, 2026

New Mexico jury approves $375M in civil damages against Meta

The landmark ruling found the social media giant liable for failing to protect children from online predators, according to Reuters.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 25, 2026

YouTube expands Shopping Affiliate Program access

The platform lowered the follower threshold from 1,000 to 500, allowing more creators to earn sales commissions from video links.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 25, 2026