Twitter Launches DM Username Search Tools to Android, Flags Coming Option to Search by Message Text

Twitter is looking to improve DM search with a coming option to search your message content.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 13, 2021

Twitter's Close to Re-Opening Public Applications for Profile Verification

Twitter will reportedly be re-opening public applications for profile verification from next week.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 13, 2021

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A look at the recent top stories in social media and what they mean for marketers.

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3 Ways to Better Utilize Twitter to Help Maximize Conversions for Your Business

Twitter has long been a great community-building and outreach tool - but can it help generate more conversions?

By Ann Smarty • May 10, 2021

Twitter's New 'Tip Jar' Button Leads to Privacy Issues, Requests for Payment

Twitter has a few problems to iron out with its new 'Tip Jar' option.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 7, 2021

Twitter Launches Live Test of 'Tip Jar' to Enable On-Profile Donations

Twitter has launched a live test of on-profile tipping for selected creators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 6, 2021

Twitter Announces New, Exclusive Video Programming at 2021 NewFronts Event

Twitter has unveiled a range of new video content deals at its 2021 NewFronts event.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 5, 2021

Twitter Rolls Out Larger Image Display in Timelines to All Users on Android and iOS

Twitter is rolling out a new image display, which will show full-sized images within user timelines. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 5, 2021

Twitter Launches Updated Offensive Comment Alerts on Both iOS and Android

Twitter has updated its process of identifying potentially offensive replies, with a view to reducing unintended angst.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 5, 2021

Twitter Launches 'I Wish I Knew' Podcast to Provide Insight into How it Utilizes Audience Research

Twitter is launching a new podcast which will provide insights into how it utilizes audience insight.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 4, 2021

Twitter Acquires News Content Subscription Platform Scroll to Advance its Creator Revenue Tools

Twitter has acquired news content subscription platform Scroll, which includes Twitter analysis platform Nuzzel, as it continues to develop its new subscription tools.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 4, 2021

Twitter Launches New Campaign in Support of Press Freedom and Local Journalists

Twitter has launched a new campaign in support of local journalists as part of World Press Freedom Day.

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 3, 2021

Twitter Opens Audio Spaces to All Users with Over 600 Followers, Announces New Spaces Features

Twitter has announced a big expansion of Twitter Spaces, marking the next stage of its audio social push. 

By Andrew Hutchinson • May 3, 2021

Twitter Rises to 199 Million Daily Actives, Posts 28% Increase in Year Over Year Revenue in Q1

Twitter has posted solid increases in both usage and revenue in the first quarter of 2021.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 29, 2021

Twitter Announces New Prompts to Help Boost COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts

Twitter is launching some new prompts to help boost awareness of COVID-19 vaccination.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 26, 2021

Twitter Tests New 'Super Follow' and Tipping Buttons for Profiles

Twitter is working on new profile buttons for its coming 'Super Follow' and tipping options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 23, 2021

Twitter Launches Full Support for 4K Images in Tweets

Twitter now supports 4K image uploads in both its Android and iOS apps.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 21, 2021

Twitter Launches Initial Test of 'Professional Profiles' for Brands and Creators

Twitter is launching an initial test of its new Professional Profiles for brands and creators.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 21, 2021

Twitter Shares New Insights into How Users are Planning for the Post-Pandemic Future [Infographic]

Twitter has shared some new research into how users are planning for a post-pandemic future in 2021.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 20, 2021

Twitter Adds New Option to Add Background Video and Images in Fleets

Twitter has added a new option to Fleets which enables users to add a background visual to their Fleet frame.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 20, 2021

Twitter Outlines Evolving Approach to Algorithms as Part of New 'Responsible Machine Learning Initiative'

Twitter has outlined how it plans to address algorithmic performance, including bias, as part of a new project.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 14, 2021

Twitter Announces New Office in Ghana to Expand Global Footprint

Twitter has announced that it's establishing a new team in Ghana as it looks to expand its presence in the African region.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 12, 2021

Twitter Re-Brands its Ad Options to Simplify its Promotional Offerings

Twitter has recategorized its ad options to make it easier for marketers to identify the right options for their promotions.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 7, 2021

Twitter Publishes New 'Global Impact' Report to Highlight its Social Good Efforts

Twitter has published a new, 50-page overview of its various social good efforts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 7, 2021

Twitter Crowns Xbox as the Winner of its First-Ever 'Brand Bracket' Competition

Twitter has announced that Xbox is the winner of its first-ever 'Brand Bracket', as voted by users.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 2, 2021

Twitter Updates Amplify Pre-Roll Video Ads, With New Display Format and Curated Placement Categories

Twitter's rolling out some new updates for its Amplify pre-roll video ad offering.

By Andrew Hutchinson • March 30, 2021