WhatsApp is currently in the testing phase of introducing two new features that will enhance the user experience. One of these features is the ability to share longer videos as status updates. Users will soon be able to upload videos that are up to 60 seconds in length, effectively doubling the current 30-second limit. However,
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X, formerly known as Twitter, recently released updated usage statistics for their platform, including data on daily active users, monthly active users, and user engagement. It is concerning to note that X has reported no growth in daily active users since November 2022, despite claims of reaching 250 million daily actives. This lack of growth
Instagram is currently testing longer Reels video uploads with select users now having the ability to upload 3-minute long Reels on the app. This new feature allows users to create longer and more engaging video content compared to the current 90-second limit. It is worth noting that Instagram has been experimenting with various video upload
TikTok has recently made updates to its “Sounds for Business” audio library, introducing new audio clips from various TikTok influencers that are free for advertisers to use within the app. This expansion of the audio library aims to provide advertisers with more options for creating engaging and sound-rich content for their campaigns. The addition of
LinkedIn, the professional networking platform, is making waves with its announcement of a new in-app gaming element. This new feature will allow users to participate in puzzle games within the app, with their scores contributing to their company’s performance for competitive corporate rankings. While this may seem like an innovative move for LinkedIn, it raises
X, formerly known as Twitter, is currently working on a new feature that would display users’ pinned posts to their followers in a dedicated breakout display within the app. This feature aims to increase engagement by ensuring that followers see the best posts that users have pinned. The new display, shared by X engineer Enrique
The European Union has been taking proactive steps to regulate the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and ensure consumer protection in the digital landscape. While some of the regulations put in place by the EU are designed to address concerning elements of AI usage, such as banning certain applications that threaten citizens’ rights, there are
Many social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, offer paid verification services to users. These services often come with additional features such as original content protection, faster ad reviews, and better access to customer support. Recently, Meta has been exploring new features that could be added to its Meta Verified program, such as the ability
Google has recently introduced a new feature to its Business listings in Search, allowing businesses to display recent social media posts directly on their Google Business profile. This new section, titled “Social Media Updates”, showcases the latest posts from connected social media accounts such as Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, Pinterest, TikTok, and more. This update
WhatsApp has introduced a new feature that aims to provide users with more transparency regarding the security of their conversations. The end-to-end encryption (E2EE) label, spotted by feature tracker WABetaInfo, offers a clear indicator within individual and group chats that messages are encrypted and not stored by WhatsApp. This move comes in the wake of