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Retrieved from Alessandro Paluzzi/Threads on August 31, 2026
Threads experiments with post performance recognition awards
The platform may soon be awarding virtual gems to its most engaging posts, according to an image posted by an app researcher.
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Retrieved from Pinterest on August 30, 2026
Pinterest Announces 2026 ‘Pinterest Presents’ Event
Pinterest will share the latest usage insights, trends and advertising updates at the virtual event.
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Retrieved from X on August 30, 2026
X offers free API credits for its Grok Bot
The app is giving users free X API credits so they can try out its latest artificial intelligence-powered tool to gain account performance insights.
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Retrieved from Meta on October 29, 2021
Meta updates login with Facebook
The company improved the process with a focus on streamlining returning logins and allowing eligible users to confirm credentials with a single tap.
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Retrieved from YouTube on August 07, 2026
YouTube adds Amazon affiliate links
Creators will be able to tag a curated list of products from the online retailer in their videos and earn commissions from every resulting sale.
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Retrieved from X on August 28, 2026
X offers updated NFL Gametime display
The platform tweaked the design and renamed its NFL portal ahead of the upcoming season as a way to engage more fans and maximize community interaction.
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Retrieved from Google on August 28, 2026
Google adds DMs and travel activity recommendations to Demand Gen ads
The company released multiple new features, including DM links, real-time travel data for bookings and personalized hotel promotions.
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Retrieved from Meta on January 15, 2022
Meta settles landmark lawsuit for $18B
In addition to the payout, the company agreed to a series of restrictions aimed at curbing the use of Facebook and Instagram among users under age 18.
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Retrieved from X on August 27, 2026
X revives Twitter’s Lead Gen Ads
The platform updated some parts of the format while preserving the functionality of this previously retired call-to-action feature.
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Retrieved from Snapchat on August 27, 2026
Snapchat highlights opportunities for sportsbook and prediction market ads
The company partnered with Alter Agents to survey users above the legal betting age about their usage of the app when placing wagers.
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Retrieved from AdAge on August 27, 2026
Instagram launches connected TV promotion
AdAge reported that the app is teaming up with creators to highlight the benefits of shared viewing experiences, such as watching Reels with friends.
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Courtesy of Instagram
Instagram launches First Draft for Reels
The new option allows users to generate a single video by automatically picking out the best parts from existing clips.
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Retrieved from Jon Loomer on August 26, 2026
Meta tests auto-DM response for Instagram ad comments
A similar Reply to Keywords feature is already available via inbox automation and Meta Business Agent options.
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Courtesy of Pinterest
Pinterest hobbies report highlights DIY and vintage
The platform said users are focused on hands-on, offline pastimes including kitchen- and nature-themed crafts.
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Retrieved from YouTube on May 28, 2026
YouTube enables users to create multiple custom feeds
YouTube is giving users more direct input into their feed preferences.
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Retrieved from WhatsApp on August 26, 2026
WhatsApp adds new passkey and two-step verification options
Users will be able to add more than one passkey to an account on both Android and iOS and six-digit PINs will be expanded to longer, full passwords.
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Retrieved from TikTok on September 08, 2025
TikTok adds legacy account options
Allowing users to select what will happen to their profiles after they die is important in terms of privacy and storage capacity.
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Retrieved from 7pm in Brooklyn/Threads on August 25, 2026
Threads tests podcast transcripts
The platform is syncing audio and embedding the results in-stream, allowing listeners to follow along even in sound-off environments.
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Retrieved from ChatGPT (via prompt) on August 25, 2026
TikTok may influence teen eating behaviors
A new study published in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior found that adolescents may be especially influenced by food-related content.
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Retrieved from Meta on May 22, 2025
Meta is developing an AI glasses kill switch
Patentlyze reported that the company filed a patent earlier this year for a cut-off switch designed to prevent unauthorized recordings.
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Retrieved from Substack/TikTok on August 25, 2026
TikTok launches newsletter to share creator insights
The newsletter, called The Creator Cut, is designed to share insights from livestream creators on how to make an impact with short-form content.
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Retrieved from Instagram on August 24, 2026
Instagram stresses the importance of captions
The platform offered guidance on what makes text compelling and said creators should aim to tell a story or offer useful information.
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Will Meta be found guilty of driving social media addiction?
A high-profile case in the U.S. got underway last week and the company may be on the hook for as much as $1 trillion in damages, but questions linger.
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Retrieved from X on August 24, 2026
X launches MCP server
The system allows advertisers to connect their campaigns to the artificial intelligence tool of their choice and use it to guide their promotions.
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Retrieved from ChatGPT (via prompt) on August 24, 2026
Meta glasses face more challenges
Sales are strong, but customer misuse has prompted bans, restrictions and a new market of apps that will alert people when camera-equipped devices are nearby.
