A significant change is coming for Facebook and Instagram advertisers who purchase ads via an iOS device. Starting next week, these advertisers will be subject to an extra 30% fee that goes directly to Apple. This change, which was initially introduced to U.S. advertisers in February, is now being rolled out to all advertisers worldwide.
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TikTok has been under scrutiny in the U.S. due to concerns about data security, leading to a ban in the country. Despite this, TikTok is forging ahead with new partnerships with cybersecurity firms HaystackID and OnDefend to enhance its user security measures in the U.S. These firms will act as “Independent Security Inspectors” for TikTok
The introduction of a new feature in Threads that allows for disappearing posts after 24 hours could potentially revolutionize the way users interact on the platform. This move could create a sense of freedom for users to share more candid and authentic content without the fear of it coming back to haunt them in the
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
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
