Threads Develops Easier Way to Access Likes and Saved Posts

Threads, the Instagram-backed social media platform, has been quietly working on a new feature that could make it easier for users to access their liked and saved posts. The feature, which was first discovered by app researcher Alessandro Paluzzi, is...

Meta Takes Down 63,000 Instagram Accounts Linked to Sextortion Scams

Meta has announced a significant takedown of Instagram accounts linked to sextortion scams, removing a staggering 63,000 profiles from the platform. The move comes as part of the company's ongoing efforts to combat online scams and protect its users ...

Snapchat Expands 523 Support Program to Empower Underrepresented Creators

In a bid to amplify the voices of underrepresented creators, Snapchat has announced the latest participants in its 523 creator accelerator program. The program, which was launched in 2022, aims to provide support and resources for minority-owned busi...

Reddit Blocks Search Engine Scrapers, Including Bing

In a bold move, Reddit has updated its robot.txt file to block search engines, except for Google, from crawling its site. This means that Reddit results will no longer be displayed on other search engines, including Microsoft's Bing. The move is seen...

TikTok Publishes Comprehensive Marketing Guide for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses July 2024

TikTok has recently published a comprehensive marketing guide specifically designed for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). This 19-page playbook provides an in-depth overview of TikTok's advertising capabilities, creative tips, and content str...

Reddit Introduces Lead Generation Ads

Reddit has taken a significant step forward in its advertising capabilities with the launch of Lead Generation Ads, a feature that enables marketers to collect prospective customer information directly from promotions within the app. This updated ad ...

WhatsApp Hits 100 Million User Milestone in the US

WhatsApp has officially reached a significant milestone of 100 million users in the United States, marking a major turning point in the messaging platform's growth. This achievement is particularly noteworthy, given that WhatsApp has historically bee...

Threads Refines Image Merging with Enhanced Pinch Feature

Threads, a social media platform, has recently introduced an innovative feature that allows users to pinch uploaded images together in-stream. This functionality, available on both iOS and Android devices, enables users to create a more interactive a...

TikTok Revives In-Stream Shopping Push in Europe

TikTok is reviving its in-stream shopping push in Europe, with plans to launch its shopping tools in Spain and Ireland. This move comes after the platform's failed attempt to accelerate its eCommerce push in the region back in 2022. According to Bloo...

Meta's AI Chatbot Goes Global with Enhanced Features

Meta has announced a significant expansion of its AI chatbot, making it available to users in seven new regions, including Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, and Cameroon. This marks a major milestone in the company's efforts to bring...