After talking about it for months, Twitter has finally released its first version of encrypted DMs — but there are a few limitations. Continue reading

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After talking about it for months, Twitter has finally released its first version of encrypted DMs — but there are a few limitations. Continue reading
TikTok announced today that it’s launching a new “TikTok World Hub” for brands that is designed to help them learn how to connect with audiences and get discovered. The hub outlines TikTok’s suite of advertising tools and best practices when it comes to marketing on...
LinkedIn is cutting 716 jobs and will begin phasing out its local jobs app in China. In a letter today, LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky said the decision to shutter the standalone China app, called InCareer, was because of “fierce competition and a challenging...
On Facebook you can discover people, content, and experiences that help you explore and grow in your interests. Continue reading
After Snap’s stock took a hit from its weak first-quarter earnings, the company today made its pitch to advertisers at IAB’s NewFronts where it introduced new ad products and opportunities. Continue reading
Twitter announced Tuesday that it is making its API free to use for accounts posting public announcements such as weather alerts, transportation information, and emergency warnings. Continue reading
Instagram’s updating its policies around affiliate marketing, while it’s also renaming its Branded Content Ads to Partnership Ads instead, in order to better communicate its evolving approach on this front. Continue reading
YouTube’s adding more ways for brands to advertise via YouTube Shorts, in order to tap into short-form content consumption trends, and maximize your branding opportunities in the app. Continue reading
LinkedIn’s rolling out a new option for LinkedIn Premium subscribers that’ll enable users to add a custom CTA button to their profile, which will then direct profile visitors to a specified URL from your LinkedIn presence. Continue reading
Fresh off its recent coverage of Coachella 2023, YouTube has announced two new ad options that will better enable advertisers to tap into emerging music trends. Continue reading
Meta is making some changes to Shop ads on Facebook and Instagram, as it moves to make in-stream buying more efficient, and encourage use of its improving AI ad targeting options. Continue reading
Fresh off the back of its latest earnings update, Pinterest has also announced a new partnership with Amazon, which will enable Amazon advertisers to expand their campaigns to Pinterest, via an integrated presentation and purchase flow process. Continue reading