An Overview of the Evolving Data Landscape Powering AI, VR, and More [Infographic]

AI, VR, and other advanced applications will require a lot of computing power, which is a key consideration for the next stage of development.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 4, 2023

Instagram Chief Offers Insight Into Threads Content Ranking

The Threads team is looking to take a different approach to content ranking in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Dec. 3, 2023

Reddit Provides Insights Into Its International Growth Efforts

The platform reports it is seeing double-digit growth in users outside the U.S.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 30, 2023

WhatsApp Adds Chat Lock Codes for Extra Privacy

Another way to further secure private WhatsApp chats.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 30, 2023

Threads Expands Keyword Search to All Regions

The Threads team is taking a cautious approach to each new element.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 30, 2023

TikTok’s New ‘Artist Accounts’ Help Promote Emerging Musicians

TikTok has become a key platform for music promotion.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 30, 2023

Meta to Launch Threads in the EU Next Month

Meta is apparently confident that the app can meet new privacy regulations in the region.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 30, 2023

YouTube Adds New Analytics Cards, Simplifies Its ‘Product Drops’ Feature

The latest feature updates for YouTube, including live drops, and a TV app test.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 29, 2023

Reddit Unveils Branding Refresh, Including an Updated ‘Snoo’ Character

The next step in Reddit's broader realignment effort.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 29, 2023

Reddit Adds New ‘Creative’ Certification to Its Ads Formula Marketing Education Platform

A new way to learn more about Reddit ads best practices and showcase that knowledge.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 28, 2023

X Is Bringing Post Headlines Back to Link Previews In-Stream

Some good, pre-Thanksgiving news from Elon and team. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 22, 2023

YouTube Steps up Its Fight Against Ad Blockers With Load Delays

YouTube's had enough of users cutting off its ads.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 21, 2023

Meta Provides Expanded Access to Its Content and Library API To Facilitate Data Research

Meta's Content and Library API provides expanded data access to approved research partners.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 21, 2023

The Chaos at OpenAI Could Benefit Social Platform AI Projects

With the dust still yet to settle, many are now wondering what comes next for the AI field?

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 20, 2023

Facebook’s Removing Its ‘Hobbies’ Section From User Profiles

In fairness, you may not have been aware that it existed.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 20, 2023

Meta Highlights What’s Driving Threads Engagement

With more brands reconsidering their X presence, Threads is getting more focus.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 20, 2023

Google Unveils Its Fourth Annual ‘Black Owned Friday’ Business Showcase

The initiative aims to shine a spotlight on Black-owned brands during the broader sales event. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 20, 2023

Whatsapp Announces New Sponsorship Deal With Mercedes F1 Team

The deal will see the Mercedes team post exclusive content in the messaging app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 17, 2023

Meta Brings Inbox Notes to Messenger

Notes have performed well on Instagram.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2023

Google Adds More Generative AI Elements To Search

Some interesting new updates to Google's AI-based SGE experience.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2023

Snapchat Publishes New Data Showing App Facilitates More Positive User Experiences

The study looked at how people physically respond when using different social apps.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2023

YouTube Loosens Monetization Restrictions on Depictions of Breastfeeding and ‘Sensual Dancing’

The changes will enable more creators to monetize their content. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2023

TikTok Adds In-Stream AR Effects Creation Flow, Enabling All Users To Create AR Experiences

Now, you can create your own AR experiences in the app.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2023

Meta Previews New Generative AI Tools To Facilitate Video and Image Creation From Text Prompts

The new tools could facilitate a range of new creation opportunities.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2023

YouTube Launches New Experiment To Support AI Music Creation

YouTube's looking to get ahead of the coming wave of AI deepfakes and replicas.

By Andrew Hutchinson • Nov. 16, 2023