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Curated the: July 5, 2021

Facebook Runs Video Tests to Make Instagram More Like TikTok

Instagram wants to be more than a “photo-sharing app”. Adam Mosseri, the head of Instagram, announced recently that the social media platform is looking to embrace video, as a format, more broadly.
Curated the: June 28, 2021

Facebook Tests New Reels and Rooms UI, Integrated into the Facebook Stories Panel

Facebook may be close to giving Instagram Reels exposure a significant boost, by integrating a new Reels clips display directly into the Facebook app, as it seeks to combat the continuing rise of TikTok.
Curated the: June 21, 2021

Twitter Is Working on New Controls Over Who Can @Mention You in Their Tweets

Following its recent addition of the capacity to control who can reply to your tweets, Twitter is also experimenting with new controls over who can @mention you on the platform. This could help users avoid unwanted attention.
Curated the: June 14, 2021

Are We Entering a New Phase for Social Media Regulation?

Last Friday Friday, four separate bills were introduced to the House of Representatives which all take aim at various elements of big tech monopolies. Those bills could have significant implications on the Big Tech.
Curated the: June 7, 2021

TikTok Shares New Insights into How SMBs are Maximizing Their On-Platform Presence

TikTok has released Part 2 of its 'Behind the Business' series, with tips and insights for small businesses that are looking to make the most out of the platform and take a fresh digital marketing approach.
Curated the: May 17, 2021

Twitter is Reportedly Working on a New Set of Paid Tweet Options Under a Monthly Subscription Model

Last year, Twitter sent out a survey to some of its users and ask them what additional features would they pay for to enhance their in-app experience. Since then, the platform has been developing “Twitter Blue”.
Curated the: May 10, 2021

Clubhouse Finally Launches Android Version - But is it Already Too Late?

An Android version of the audio social platform is now available, in limited beta for now, with a wider launch coming soon. Clubhouse’s intention is to collect feedback from the community, fix any issues and add a few final features.
Curated the: April 30, 2021

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

Twitter is launching a live test of its new 'Professional Profiles', which will provide a new way for brands to present themselves on the platform, with dedicated tools and features aligned specifically with work use.
Curated the: April 26, 2021

Facebook Announces a Range of New Audio Tools, Including Audio Rooms, New Sound Clip Creation Tools

It was no secret that the biggest social media platform wants to tap into the Clubhouse-led trend. Well, now it’s official: here’s the announcement and everything you need to know.

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