X, the social media platform, is taking a bold step towards making direct messaging a standalone feature within the app. The app is currently in the process of “de-coupling” DMs from other in-app experiences, allowing users to separate their messaging functionality from other elements. This move is in line with Elon Musk’s vision of creating
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Have you ever wondered how the Threads algorithm really works? Business Insider reporter Katie Notopoulos recently delved into this question through an experiment in “rage baiting”. By posting controversial queries on Threads designed to provoke user responses, Notopoulos was able to garner significant emotional reactions from users. It’s no secret that strong emotions tend to
Australia’s Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese, recently announced plans to introduce a minimum age limit for children to use social media, citing concerns about the negative impact on mental and physical health. This move has sparked a backlash from digital rights advocates who argue that such measures could potentially drive dangerous online activity underground. While the
WhatsApp, the popular instant messaging platform, is on the verge of a major breakthrough with the introduction of third-party chat support. This groundbreaking announcement was made by Meta, WhatsApp’s parent company, signaling a new era in the world of messaging apps. Compliance with Digital Markets Act The decision to enable third-party chats on WhatsApp comes
TikTok has recently announced its exciting partnership with the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2024. This collaboration is set to bring movie buffs and film fanatics closer to the action by providing an interactive experience on the popular social media app. Through the #TIFF24 Search Hub, users can explore the latest fan content, red
In recent news, X has been banned in Brazil due to the platform’s failure to address the spread of harmful misinformation. This decision has left many wondering what apps Brazilians are turning to instead and if X will be able to reclaim its position as a key social platform in the region if it is
In response to the increasing usage of Direct Messaging (DM) on Instagram, the platform has introduced several new features to enhance engagement within private conversations. Among these new additions are drawing tools and stickers for images shared in DMs, providing users with more options to personalize their messaging interactions. While customization capabilities have long been
In a move that may seem all too familiar, TikTok has recently introduced a new feature that allows users to share short, text-based “thoughts” on the app. This feature displays the text in a speech bubble format at the top of the user’s inbox, similar to Instagram’s Notes feature. This borrowing of ideas is not
One of the major trends pointed out in Tubular Labs’ latest report is the increasing popularity of longer video content on platforms like YouTube and TikTok. While short-form videos have been dominating social media for a while, there has been a noticeable shift towards longer video uploads. On YouTube, videos longer than 30 seconds have
With the U.S. Election campaign gaining momentum, TikTok has introduced an updated U.S. Election Center within the app. This center includes a variety of informational tools designed to keep TikTok users well-informed leading up to the vote. TikTok has expanded the resources available in partnership with nonprofit Democracy Works to ensure that its community can