#social-media

[ follow ]

Ryan Seacrest stuns fans with 'quite different' look in 'American Idol' promo video: 'Wasn't on my 2025 bingo card'

Ryan Seacrest surprised fans with a new casual look that includes a well-groomed beard and long hair in a recent Instagram promo.
#tiktok

How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat

TikTok faces a potential shutdown in the U.S. following a Supreme Court ruling and government legislation mandating its sale due to national security concerns.

TikTok ban in effect. The app goes dark for millions in the U.S. and removed from app stores

TikTok is banned in the U.S., affecting millions of users immediately as the app is removed from stores and inaccessible.

America Experiences Hours of TikTok Withdrawal

TikTok's closure in the U.S. reflects dramatic governmental actions impacting popular social networks, with potential fines for continued access.

US ban of TikTok began Sunday. What could come next?

The U.S. TikTok ban raises national security concerns while leaving TikTok's ultimate fate uncertain amid legal and operational challenges.

Whatever Its Fate, TikTok Changed How We Create, Consume and Think About Content (and Transformed Hollywood Forever)

TikTok has transformed digital viewing habits, encouraging shorter, addictive content that challenges traditional streaming approaches.

Sad TikTokers get even sadder after learning VPN won't save them from US ban

The TikTok ban in the US is rigid, rendering VPNs ineffective for users trying to bypass restrictions.

How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat

TikTok faces a potential shutdown in the U.S. following a Supreme Court ruling and government legislation mandating its sale due to national security concerns.

TikTok ban in effect. The app goes dark for millions in the U.S. and removed from app stores

TikTok is banned in the U.S., affecting millions of users immediately as the app is removed from stores and inaccessible.

America Experiences Hours of TikTok Withdrawal

TikTok's closure in the U.S. reflects dramatic governmental actions impacting popular social networks, with potential fines for continued access.

US ban of TikTok began Sunday. What could come next?

The U.S. TikTok ban raises national security concerns while leaving TikTok's ultimate fate uncertain amid legal and operational challenges.

Whatever Its Fate, TikTok Changed How We Create, Consume and Think About Content (and Transformed Hollywood Forever)

TikTok has transformed digital viewing habits, encouraging shorter, addictive content that challenges traditional streaming approaches.

Sad TikTokers get even sadder after learning VPN won't save them from US ban

The TikTok ban in the US is rigid, rendering VPNs ineffective for users trying to bypass restrictions.
moretiktok
#donald-trump

Trump orders government not to infringe on Americans' speech, calls for censorship investigation

Trump's executive order seeks to protect free speech from federal censorship, aligning with his campaign promises against perceived government overreach.

Elon Musk appears to make back-to-back fascist salutes at inauguration rally

Musk's gestures at Trump's inauguration celebration sparked controversy, drawing comparisons to fascist salutes.

Trump orders government not to infringe on Americans' speech, calls for censorship investigation

Trump's executive order seeks to protect free speech from federal censorship, aligning with his campaign promises against perceived government overreach.

Elon Musk appears to make back-to-back fascist salutes at inauguration rally

Musk's gestures at Trump's inauguration celebration sparked controversy, drawing comparisons to fascist salutes.
moredonald-trump

Why Most Personal Brands Will Fail, And How To Make Sure Yours Doesn't

Building a personal brand can lead to success, but saturation in the market may hinder individual differentiation.
#elon-musk

Adrian Weckler: Irish regulators turn a blind eye to scam ads as social media platforms run wild

Scam ads are proliferating due to reduced content moderation on social media platforms.
The trend of decreasing safety staff could indicate a rise in fraudulent activity in 2025.

ADL Says Elon Musk's Awkward Hand Gesture' Was Not a Nazi Salute,' Just A Moment of Enthusiasm'

The ADL clarified that Elon Musk's hand gesture was not a Nazi salute but an awkward enthusiastic movement.
The organization emphasized the importance of grace and understanding in today's tense political climate.

Adrian Weckler: Irish regulators turn a blind eye to scam ads as social media platforms run wild

Scam ads are proliferating due to reduced content moderation on social media platforms.
The trend of decreasing safety staff could indicate a rise in fraudulent activity in 2025.

ADL Says Elon Musk's Awkward Hand Gesture' Was Not a Nazi Salute,' Just A Moment of Enthusiasm'

The ADL clarified that Elon Musk's hand gesture was not a Nazi salute but an awkward enthusiastic movement.
The organization emphasized the importance of grace and understanding in today's tense political climate.
moreelon-musk

Leinster switch off comments on social media posts due to 'personal attacks on players and coaches'

Leinster Rugby disabled comments on social media due to increasing personal attacks on players and coaches.
#community

Why Gen Z and millennials are reconnecting with board games, vinyl and books

Young people in Ireland are favoring real-life interactions over social media, fostering community initiatives.

Man's dramatic rescue of dog from freezing river in Vermont caught on video

Chris MacRitchie demonstrated compassion and courage by rescuing a struggling dog from an icy river, highlighting the unexpected moments of heroism we can face.

Why Gen Z and millennials are reconnecting with board games, vinyl and books

Young people in Ireland are favoring real-life interactions over social media, fostering community initiatives.

Man's dramatic rescue of dog from freezing river in Vermont caught on video

Chris MacRitchie demonstrated compassion and courage by rescuing a struggling dog from an icy river, highlighting the unexpected moments of heroism we can face.
morecommunity
#bluesky

Bluesky's 2024 moderation report shows how quickly harmful content grew as new users flocked in

Bluesky's user base surged to nearly 26 million, necessitating significant enhancements to its moderation policies and systems.

Flipboard's new app Surf adds its own video feed, too | TechCrunch

Surf launched a video feed after TikTok's ban, leveraging Bluesky's custom feeds for decentralized video sharing.

Bluesky's 2024 moderation report shows how quickly harmful content grew as new users flocked in

Bluesky's user base surged to nearly 26 million, necessitating significant enhancements to its moderation policies and systems.

Flipboard's new app Surf adds its own video feed, too | TechCrunch

Surf launched a video feed after TikTok's ban, leveraging Bluesky's custom feeds for decentralized video sharing.
morebluesky

Ditch the Algorithm: Why Substack Is Perfect for Photographers

Substack offers photographers a viable alternative to saturated social media platforms, enabling direct audience engagement and potential monetization.
#digital-services-act

X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube sign EU pledge to tackle hate speech

Major tech platforms are committed to improving hate speech moderation in Europe under new voluntary commitments.
The Digital Services Act emphasizes collaboration and compliance among platforms in addressing illegal content.

Meta confirms it will keep fact-checkers outside the U.S. 'for now' | TechCrunch

Meta maintains its fact-checking program outside the U.S., considering potential expansion based on its effectiveness over the years.

X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube sign EU pledge to tackle hate speech

Major tech platforms are committed to improving hate speech moderation in Europe under new voluntary commitments.
The Digital Services Act emphasizes collaboration and compliance among platforms in addressing illegal content.

Meta confirms it will keep fact-checkers outside the U.S. 'for now' | TechCrunch

Meta maintains its fact-checking program outside the U.S., considering potential expansion based on its effectiveness over the years.
moredigital-services-act
#influencer-marketing

What Comes After TikTok's Wild Weekend

The implementation of a TikTok ban in the US has left creators and brands in uncertainty, despite attempts by Trump to mitigate the situation.

RedNote Recruited US Influencers to Promote App Amid TikTok Ban Uncertainty

Xiaohongshu aims to expand its US presence by partnering with influencers to attract users in the wake of potential TikTok bans.

Atlanta music tech startup is betting on the growth of the creator economy

Breakr simplifies artist-influencer collaboration by integrating admin tasks onto one platform, expediting the promotion process and enhancing access for creators.

What Comes After TikTok's Wild Weekend

The implementation of a TikTok ban in the US has left creators and brands in uncertainty, despite attempts by Trump to mitigate the situation.

RedNote Recruited US Influencers to Promote App Amid TikTok Ban Uncertainty

Xiaohongshu aims to expand its US presence by partnering with influencers to attract users in the wake of potential TikTok bans.

Atlanta music tech startup is betting on the growth of the creator economy

Breakr simplifies artist-influencer collaboration by integrating admin tasks onto one platform, expediting the promotion process and enhancing access for creators.
moreinfluencer-marketing
#instagram

Instagram is introducing its take on CapCut

Instagram's new video editing app, Edits, aims to empower creators with comprehensive tools amidst uncertainty surrounding TikTok and CapCut.

How the Instagram Algorithm Works: Your 2025 Guide

Instagram uses multiple algorithms tailored to different content types, enhancing user experience and engagement.
Not all content types compete on the same level; each has distinct algorithms based on user behavior.

Now Instagram Is Coming for CapCut

Instagram has launched Edits, a video editing software aimed at creators, featuring advanced tools and performance insights.

Instagram Unveils 'Edits' App as CapCut Rival

Instagram's Edits app caters to serious mobile video creators with advanced editing tools and performance analytics, filling the gap left by CapCut.

Instagram Unveils Edits, A Video Editing App To Rival CapCut

Instagram is launching a new app called Edits to compete with CapCut, featuring advanced video editing tools.

Instagram Boosts Reels Duration to 3 Minutes, Updates Profile Layouts

Instagram extends Reels length to 3 minutes for greater creative flexibility.
Changes reflect user feedback on the restrictive previous limit.
Update signals a strategic response to competition from TikTok and YouTube.
Profile grid format changes aim to improve content visibility.

Instagram is introducing its take on CapCut

Instagram's new video editing app, Edits, aims to empower creators with comprehensive tools amidst uncertainty surrounding TikTok and CapCut.

How the Instagram Algorithm Works: Your 2025 Guide

Instagram uses multiple algorithms tailored to different content types, enhancing user experience and engagement.
Not all content types compete on the same level; each has distinct algorithms based on user behavior.

Now Instagram Is Coming for CapCut

Instagram has launched Edits, a video editing software aimed at creators, featuring advanced tools and performance insights.

Instagram Unveils 'Edits' App as CapCut Rival

Instagram's Edits app caters to serious mobile video creators with advanced editing tools and performance analytics, filling the gap left by CapCut.

Instagram Unveils Edits, A Video Editing App To Rival CapCut

Instagram is launching a new app called Edits to compete with CapCut, featuring advanced video editing tools.

Instagram Boosts Reels Duration to 3 Minutes, Updates Profile Layouts

Instagram extends Reels length to 3 minutes for greater creative flexibility.
Changes reflect user feedback on the restrictive previous limit.
Update signals a strategic response to competition from TikTok and YouTube.
Profile grid format changes aim to improve content visibility.
moreinstagram

Farage condemned for posing with Conor McGregor on social media

Nigel Farage faces backlash after posting a controversial photo with Conor McGregor, whose past legal issues raised concerns about the implications of such associations.

How to use the new social networks effectively as a creative

Emerging social media platforms BlueSky and Threads attract creatives seeking better engagement, but user activity often falls short of expectations.

Knitting is a lifeline': young people turn to craft to cast off gloom

Young people are increasingly turning to knitting and similar crafts as a healthier alternative to excessive screen time, improving their mental well-being.
#viral-video

Social media goes wild over the 'cutest crab in the world'

A tiny crab discovered by NOAA in the Gulf of Mexico has gone viral, being dubbed the 'cutest in the world' by many social media users.

Sylvester Stallone warns fans fake 'Godfather' movie trailer using AI is 'not to be taken seriously'

Sylvester Stallone warns fans about a viral fake trailer for 'The Godfather Part 4', urging them to not take it seriously.

Social media goes wild over the 'cutest crab in the world'

A tiny crab discovered by NOAA in the Gulf of Mexico has gone viral, being dubbed the 'cutest in the world' by many social media users.

Sylvester Stallone warns fans fake 'Godfather' movie trailer using AI is 'not to be taken seriously'

Sylvester Stallone warns fans about a viral fake trailer for 'The Godfather Part 4', urging them to not take it seriously.
moreviral-video

What if the Attention Crisis Is All a Distraction?

The problem isn't our ability to focus, but rather what our focus is directed towards in the digital age.

What big tech's Trump love-in means for the future of brand safety

Tech companies are jeopardizing brand safety, focusing more on profitability than creating safe environments for users and advertisers.

Trump gets an early jump on his presidency - with Biden's help

Trump's influence is reshaping corporate attitudes, foreign policy, and the discourse around social media in America.

'Despicable' - Simon Harris issues warning to Elon Musk as scam ads using the Taoiseach's image flood X

Mr. Harris considers legal action against Elon Musk due to false adverts misusing his image and claims detrimental to public trust.

7 Marketing Strategies That Win With Today's Customers

Customers are shifting from traditional marketing to interactive engagement, necessitating a focus on advocacy through storytelling and community involvement.

Meta announces a new video editing app called Edits amidst TikTok and CapCut ban | TechCrunch

Meta has launched a new video editing app called Edits to compete with CapCut amid the TikTok ban.

Official probe launched as 'GAA catfish' back using new alias

The GAA catfish is under police investigation for harassment after resurfacing with a new alias, Aoife Kennedy.
[ Load more ]