Five features that caught our eye from today's YouTube livestream
YouTube is enhancing user engagement and AI integration to compete against platforms like TikTok and Netflix.
Creators can start uploading to Fab - the new marketplace for Unreal Engine
Epic Games launches Fab to unify digital marketplaces for Unreal Engine assets, enhancing accessibility and profitability for creators.
Meta Is Shutting Down Its Spark AR Studio
Meta is shutting down its Spark AR platform by January 14, 2025, affecting third-party created AR effects.
Brands need to prepare for potential disruptions in their AR campaigns due to the Spark AR platform's closure.
Instagram's Shift to Vertical: A Vertical Profile Grid and More Vertical-First Experiences - Lindsey Gamble
Instagram is testing a vertical profile grid to adapt to the growing trend towards vertical content consumption.
YouTube Breaks Down Its Growing Commerce Opportunity
YouTube had over 30 billion watch hours of shopping videos in 2023
Content aiding shopping had a 25% increase in watch time, prompting YouTube's focus on enhancing shopping experiences for creators and viewers in 2024.