Instagram has added new QR codes for profiles, which will replace Nametag Codes, which Instagram launched in 2018.
Instagram Replaces Nametag Codes with QR Codes to Help Quickly Connect Users Read More »
A new report from human rights group Avaaz has found that Facebook Pages spreading health misinformation have seen an estimated 3.8 billion views this year alone.
New Report Finds Facebook is a Major Facilitator of Health Misinformation Read More »
Facebook's adding more ways for Portal users to connect into video meetings, with a range of new integration tools.
Facebook Portal Adds Support for Video Calls via Zoom, WebEx and More Read More »
Facebook has announced some new measures to help support black-owned businesses as part of its broader efforts to address racial inequality.
Facebook Adds New Resources to Support Black-Owned Businesses Read More »
Facebook is removing or restricting thousands of groups, Pages and accounts linked to conspiracy theory group QAnon.
Facebook Takes Action Against QAnon Impacting Thousands of Groups Read More »
Instagram is officially rolling out a new suggested content listing for when users reach the end of their main feed.
Instagram Rolls Out Suggested Posts at the End of Your Following Feed to All Users Read More »
Twitter has launched a new Transparency Center to help provide more insight into actions it's taken based on rule violations, information requests and more.
Twitter Launches New Transparency Center to Better Highlight Actions Taken Read More »
TikTok is now controllable via Alexa voice activation thanks to a new collaboration between Amazon and the app.
TikTok Collaborates with Amazon to Enable TikTok Controls via Alexa Voice Activation Read More »
Facebook has shared some new tips on how to make best use of Facebook Live as part of its internal experts video series.
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Facebook will soon launch a new update for its Ad Preferences tool to make it easier to understand each element.
Facebook with further integrate its Oculus VR arm and its main app with a new linking requirement for Oculus users.
Facebook Will Soon Require All Oculus VR Users to Sign-In via Facebook Read More »
Snapchat is working on some new ways to share content, both within and outside the app itself.
Snapchat Looks to Expand Off-Platform Sharing Options to Expand Audience Reach Read More »
Amid ongoing discussion around its future, TikTok has launched a new ad campaign to underline the benefits of its app.
TikTok Launches New Ad Campaign to Highlight Community Benefit and Positivity Read More »
Cloud computing giant Oracle has expressed its interest in acquiring the US operations to TikTok, challenging Microsoft.
source https://www.socialmediatoday.com/news/oracle-emerges-as-another-potential-buyer-for-tiktok/583731/
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TikTok is partnering with UnitedMasters to offer additional music promotion opportunities for independent artists via the app.
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Facebook is giving users more control over the alerts they see from a Facebook Page.
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A TikTok employee is looking to launch legal action against the US Government over its threat to ban the app, while new investigations have highlighted more concerns with the platform.
LinkedIn has built a new system to detect harassment and unwanted advanced via its messaging platform.
LinkedIn Outlines New Process to Detect and Hide Inappropriate InMail Messages Read More »
TikTok has launched a new Tutorials education platform, which provides lessons on how to use the various platform tools.
TikTok Launches New Tutorials Mini-Site to Help Brands Make Best Use of its Tools Read More »
Snapchat is looking to increase awareness of its AR Lenses by piggybacking on the popularity of TikTok dance trends.
Facebook has officially launched its new Voting Information Center, which will appear in user News Feeds in the US and provide official updates on how people can participate in the upcoming poll.
Instagram will now ask account owners to confirm their information when it detects potential bot activity in connection with their profile.
Instagram Looks to Crackdown on Bots with New Review and ID Process Read More »
Facebook has published its second monthly update on the state of SMBs amid the COVID-19 outbreak.
Facebook Publishes New Report on the Impacts of the COVID-19 Lockdowns on SMBs Read More »
Instagram is testing a new Reels button on the lower function bar, which would make Reels more of a focus.
Instagram Tests Reels Button on Lower Function Bar in Some Regions Read More »
LinkedIn is adding some new, machine learning-fueled alerts to its Sales Navigator platform, and a new tracking tool to keep tabs on past correspondence.
LinkedIn Adds New Alerts and Lead Management Options to Sales Navigator Read More »
TikTok has added a new option which enables users to add custom text to their video thumbnails, which could help to attract more viewers.
TikTok Adds New Option to Insert Text Headings onto Video Thumbnails Read More »
Facebook is removing a range of ad targeting options because they see limited use, or duplicate other options.
Facebook Removes Over 1,000 Ad Targeting Options Due to Low Usage Read More »
Vimeo has partnered with Pinterest to enable streamlined Pin video uploads direct from its Vimeo Create platform.
Vimeo Partners with Pinterest to Enable Streamlined Video Pin Creation Read More »
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Facebook is making a change to its political ad rules to stop activists using the news exemption to promote their messaging.
GIF platform GIPHY is branching out, with a new, custom virtual meeting background creator tool.
GIPHY Adds Custom Meeting Background Creator for Animated Virtual Meeting Backdrops Read More »
Pinterest is making its skin tone search filters more widely available, and expanding its AR Try-On program.
Facebook has published its latest Community Standards Enforcement Report, highlighting all the content violations it took action on over the last quarter.
After testing them out over the last few months, Twitter is now rolling out its new tweet reply control options to all users.
source https://www.socialmediatoday.com/news/twitter-rolls-out-tweet-reply-controls-to-all-users/583327/
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Twitter has revised its warning prompts on tweets which it detects may contain potentially offensive rermarks.
Twitter Has Updated its Warning Prompts on Potentially Harmful Tweet Replies Read More »
Does Facebook benefit from divisive content? The evidence suggests it does – and now, Facebook needs to do something about it.
Facebook has set up a new, internal group which will manage all aspects of the company's in-stream payment initiatives as it looks to expand its eCommerce tools.
Facebook Announces New Group to Develop its In-App Payment Options Read More »
After announcing its Creator Fund to pay top creators last month, TikTok has now announced the first round of recipients.
TikTok Announces First Recipients of Funding via its New Creator Fund Read More »
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Ensure your posted images look their best with this platform-by-platform overview of optimal image sizes.
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Using the right anchors can help maximize your SEO efforts – here are some tips.
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After The White House issued an Executive Order which will essentially see TikTok banned if it's not sold to a US business, TikTok has criticized the Government's process, and threatened legal recourse.
TikTok Stands Firm as White House Makes September Deal Deadline Official Read More »
TikTok is building a new data center to house information in European users as Microsoft widens the scope of its potential deal for the platform.
TikTok Will Build a $500m Data Center in Ireland as Buy-Out Negotiations Continue Read More »
Snapchat is rolling out some new voter registration tools as part of its efforts to encourage civic participation among its user base.
Snapchat Adds New Voter Registration Tools Ahead of the 2020 US Election Read More »
Facebook is once again pushing the use of hashtags on posts – but do Facebook searchers actually care?
Facebook Promotes the Use of Hashtags on Posts – But Will it Improve Post Reach? Read More »
YouTube has published a new set of insights into rising topic trends during COVID-19, which were interestingly reflected across regions.
YouTube Publishes New Data on Rising Trends During COVID-19 Read More »
Facebook has announced a new, $25 million fund to help black creators maximize their online presence.
Facebook Launches New $25 Million Program to Support Black Creators Read More »
TikTok is building a new data center to house information in European users as Microsoft widens the scope of its potential deal for the platform.
TikTok Will Build a $500m Data Enter in Ireland as Buy-Out Negotiations Continue Read More »
Twitter will now label accounts that represent state-affiliated media, in order to better inform users about the content being shared by these accounts.
Twitter Adds New Labels to Accounts from State-Affiliated Media Read More »