In its continuing mission to project a squeaky clean image and distance itself from everything fake-news and Russian hacker related, Facebook is brining yet another layer of transparency tools to Ads and Pages. Through the Looking Glass Should they choose, users can now view which ads a Page is running across Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and Facebook's …
Despite Facebook’s best efforts, the issues of privacy and fake news have taken their tole as users flock less and less to the social network to get their news. What’s up? More and more users are getting their news coverage from other Facebook owned apps like WhatsApp and Instagram, while Facebook’s news street cred diminishes. …
While the humble QR code may never have reached the dizzying heights its creators envisaged (at least in Australia and New Zealand), the plucky squares of data are far from dead. In fact, LinkedIn reckons they can help you connect with your next potential contact. Code Blue Enter the LinkedIn QR Code. It's intended to …
Google has launched a verification process for folks representing brands online. However, it’s exclusively for brands that already have their own ‘branded Knowledge Panel’. Know your Knowledge Panel Since 2012, Google has shown summary information about businesses, celebrities, sports clubs, media properties and other organisational brands. Not every search shows a Knowledge Panel. Smaller orgs might …
Instagram wants to stay in step with YouTube, with the announcement of IGTV, along with some interesting programing. One Hour Video Instagram is setting its sights on the multi-media gambit and leading with the news that users can now upload up to one hour in length of video. Home to the new hour-long content is …
Facebook has announced partnerships with small and medium businesses to build privacy directly into their services. Getting down to business With Privacy being the being the number one priority, Facebook is bringing free resources for businesses and developers to provide a basic overview of good security practices. US Facebook has partnered with George Washington University …
Facebook has been testing new tools and experiences for content creators, and has shared their latest in community engagement and presence. Growing the op Facebook is focusing heavily on its Live With, Stories, and Watch Party features by adding new ways to make video more interactive and bring more original programing to the service. Along with …
Facebook is piloting a new subscriptions feature for small numbered groups, and continues to provide support for admins and foster community leadership. Power to the people Many admins create additional subscribers-only groups that rest alongside their existing group, needing additional tools to track and collect payment info. Now, admins can provide these experiences with built-in tools, …
We’re not always our best selves online, so now Snapchat wants to help users do a bit of personal spring cleaning. Did I say THAT? Snapchat is finally giving users the power of deleting past messages in group and friend chats that may not have been all that noble or appropriate. Breathe a sigh of relief …