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  UK outlines plans for teen social media ban

  The government said it would “learn the lessons from Australia’s experience” and implement a more effective policy, but core questions linger.

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  Pinterest adds AI updates for SMBs

  The platform is building out its artificial intelligence-powered Performance+ suite with a new customer acquisition feature and a one-click Shopify integration.

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  Meta continues to deflect concerns about facial recognition features

  The company has deflected multiple reports, including a new one from Wired, as it attempts to reassure the public that it’s taking “a thoughtful approach” to face ID.

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  TikTok bans AI-generated voices in shopping livestreams

  The platform said that livestreams can no longer feature non-real-time verbal interactions, as reported by Pyments.

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  Reddit campaigns drive performance on and off the platform

  New data from the app showed that Reddit ads had a halo effect and impacted promotional reach across multiple surfaces.

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  Edits is getting a desktop version and an AI production assistant

  A desktop version of Meta’s separate video editing app will help to enhance the utility of the tool.

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  Meta is giving 130K US veterans free AI glasses

  The program aims to showcase the utility of Meta’s evolving AI-powered device. 

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  X’s Grok chatbot is still generating fake nude images

  New research shows that despite xAI’s claim to have addressed misuse concerns, users are still able to generate deepfake nudes via Grok. 

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  TikTok launches digital trading cards for 2026 FIFA World Cup

  Users can earn TikTok’s own form of collectible NFTs for the event by undertaking various engagement actions. 

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  YouTube announces new live concert series

  “Music Nights” will see the platform host a series of IRL concerts and meet-ups around the world, including in the U.S., France and the U.K.

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  Meta announces World Cup features across its apps

  Users can celebrate the games on Threads, Instagram, Facebook and the company’s messaging platforms with custom stickers, live chats and other activations.

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  Meta reiterates call for app store age checks

  The company’s head of global safety said in a recent post that requiring users to individually upload personal documents to social media platforms created privacy risks.

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  LinkedIn outlines effective B2B marketing strategies

  A new report in partnership with Bain & Company suggested that brands need to win over key decision-makers to drive revenue.

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  Google partners with Walmart Connect, updates real estate listings

  A new deal with Walmart will offer advertisers insight into how their campaigns impact sales, while enhanced property listings could drive queries.

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  LinkedIn launches its own Creator Marketplace

  The new section will offer brands an opportunity to partner with creators in the U.S. and Canada.

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  Instagram extends Your Algorithm to the main feed

  The feature allows users to customize their feeds and choose what topics they’re interested in based on individual in-app activity.

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  Snapchat implements new restrictions for users under 16

  Younger teens won’t be able to share Spotlight videos or Stories outside of their mutual friend groups, although the change doesn’t impact Snaps.

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  LinkedIn launches its eighth puzzle game

  Wend combines traditional word search puzzles with Wordle-style gameplay.

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  Pinterest adds Amazon Storefront linking

  Eligible creators can now include affiliate links in the Pins, allowing their followers to easily shop products directly from the app.

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  Snapchat announces activations for FIFA World Cup 2026

  The app will offer new in-app fan gear, themed Lenses, exclusive player insights and creator coverage of the games.

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  Meta will use off-site activity to customize feed and AI responses

  The company’s artificial intelligence chatbot will know what websites users have visited and use that information to tailor algorithmic experiences.

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  TikTok shares performance data on FMCG campaigns

  A study on the effectiveness of on-platform fast-moving consumer goods ads explored the impact of promotions on offline sales.

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  Snapchat releases data on video ad performance

  The app used eye-tracking and a brand equity framework to determine how its user base responded to branded commercials on Snapchat.

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  Meta launches pop-ups in Best Buy stores

  The Meta Lab retail locations will offer 900-square-foot in-store experiential spaces to test artificial intelligence-powered devices in the U.S. and Canada.

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  Meta launches America’s Workforce Academy

  The regional jobs and training program will partner with local construction companies in areas where the company is building data centers.  

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