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Snapchat Demotes Controversial ‘Solar System’ Feature

Snapchat is making a change to its subscriber-only friendship “Solar System” feature after reports suggested that it’s having a negative impact on younger users. Continue reading

Snapchat Launches Advanced Partner Program To Help Build on Opportunities

As it works to expand on its revenue opportunities, Snapchat’s launching a new “Advanced Partner Program” which will provide a new way for agencies to work with Snapchat to both create and facilitate new ad solutions, in order to improve results for their clients....

LinkedIn Launches Connected TV and Live Event Ads for B2B Marketers

LinkedIn has launched its own version of connected TV (CTV) ads, while also adding a new way to promote live events. These moves come as it looks to help marketers capitalize on the rise of video consumption, both on and off platform. Continue reading

Exploring Videos on Facebook Just Got Easier

We’re introducing an updated video player on Facebook that brings together Reels, longer videos and Live content all in one fullscreen, engaging experience. The updated video player is rolling out on iOS and Android first in the US and Canada, and globally in the...

YouTube Launches AI-Powered Skip Ahead, New Features for Live Streamers

YouTube has released the first stage of its new AI chapters, which looks to help users skip to the next most relevant section of a video, while it’s also adding some new elements for live-streamers, including HDR streaming. Continue reading

Instagram is Developing ‘Blend,’ Recommended Reels for You and a Friend

Instagram is developing a “Blend” feature that creates a private feed of Reels recommended for you and a friend. The company told TechCrunch on Friday that the feature is an internal prototype and is not being tested externally. Continue reading

YouTube Now Lets Creators Share Exclusive Shorts with Their Paying Subscribers

YouTube is launching a version of Shorts that’s only for members, allowing creators to share short-form videos exclusively with their paying viewers. Continue reading

TikTok is Bringing its Dedicated STEM Feed to Europe

As TikTok continues to face increased pressure in the U.S. and the U.K., the company is signaling its commitment to fostering educational content on its app. The company announced on Tuesday that it’s expanding its dedicated STEM feed across Europe, starting in the...