YouTube recently announced the testing of a new feature called ‘Hype’ that aims to provide more community support to small content creators. This new program is currently being rolled out to viewers in select regions and will only be available to content creators who meet specific criteria. The ‘Hype’ feature allows viewers in regions such
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Reddit has shared valuable insights into how Redditors are utilizing the platform for holiday shopping research, with a significant number of users already searching for great deals as early as six months before the holiday season. The platform has emerged as a crucial tool for discovery and validation for many holiday shoppers. According to Reddit,
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature that allows for more interactive and dynamic stickers thanks to the Lottie framework support. This development was initially spotted in a beta version of the WhatsApp for Android app back in February, but it is now being widely rolled out in the latest stable updates for both Android and
Facebook is always looking for ways to improve the user experience and help businesses get the most out of their social media efforts. One of the latest updates involves testing a new, automated process that aims to optimize the performance of Reels posted by business pages. The new feature, known as “Auto A/B” testing, allows
YouTube has recently taken a stricter stance on users who utilize virtual private networks (VPNs) to access cheaper premium subscriptions. Social media users have reported receiving emails from the video-streaming service informing them of the cancellation of their YouTube Premium subscription. This move by YouTube signifies a shift in focus from combating third-party ad blockers
As concerns regarding the negative impacts of social media on children continue to rise, various U.S. states are taking matters into their own hands by implementing laws and regulations aimed at protecting young users. New York, for instance, recently signed the “Stop Addictive Feeds Exploitation (SAFE) for Kids” act into law, alongside a Child Data
Butterflies, the latest social media platform that has taken the world by storm, is the brainchild of former Snap engineering manager Vu Tran. This unique platform allows users to create artificial intelligence (AI) characters, known as Butterflies, and watch them interact with other characters and real users. After undergoing a successful private beta test, Butterflies
Instagram has recently introduced a new feature that allows users to add music tracks to their carousel posts, including video clips. This update gives users the opportunity to create more engaging and dynamic content by combining images, videos, and music in a single post. While users have been able to add music to still image
Snapchat has recently introduced new generative A.I. elements to its Lens creation tools, marking a significant step towards democratizing A.R. creation and enabling new experiences in digital environments. One of the key updates is the introduction of a generative A.I. Lens tool that can transport users into any scene they describe. While the current implementation
In a recent report by the Reuters Institute, it was found that social media users are relying less on traditional platforms like Facebook and X for news content. Facebook, in particular, has seen a decline in its use for news coverage, which could be attributed to Meta’s efforts to distance itself from news and the
