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Retrieved from Meta on April 23, 2026
Threads launches Live Chats for the NBA playoffs
The feature will allow select creators and fans to engage in real-time discussions during live events, similar to Instagram’s Broadcast Channels.
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Retrieved from Meta on April 23, 2026
Meta expands access to Meta AI business assistant
The chatbot will now be available across major global markets and feature enhanced local language support, making it more accessible for creators and advertisers.
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Retrieved from Snapchat on April 23, 2026
Snapchat launches loyalty badges for Snap Map locations
Users will be able to compete for top visitor spots on Snap Map and share their rankings with friends.
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LinkedIn CEO transitions to new role focused on AI development
Ryan Roslansky will take on a position within parent company Microsoft, and LinkedIn COO Daniel Shapero will succeed him.
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Retrieved from Meta on April 23, 2026
Meta breaks ground on 28th US data center
The new artificial intelligence-optimized project in Tulsa, Oklahoma will be the company’s first in the state and its 32nd globally.
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Meta sued by Consumer Federation of America
A new lawsuit alleges that the company profited from scam advertising and intentionally allowed fake promotions to continue despite promises to crack down.
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Social media usage can impact kids’ reading skills
A recent study published in the Journal of Research on Adolescence found that teens who use apps regularly can struggle with word recognition and pronunciation.
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Retrieved from Snapchat on April 23, 2021
Snap CFO steps down
Derek Andersen’s departure comes as the company undergoes layoffs and faces stagnant user growth ahead of the launch of its AR glasses.
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Retrieved from YouTube on October 22, 2025
YouTube expands access to AI likeness detection tools
The platform will now allow actors, athletes, creators, musicians and others to detect and request removal of deepfake images and videos.
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Retrieved from Google on April 22, 2026
Google updates Ad Advisor with additional agentic safety features
The AI-powered tool will now include elements to help marketers troubleshoot elements and obtain instant certifications.
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Meta plans large-scale job cuts beginning in May, says Reuters
The company is reportedly looking to reduce its global workforce by about 10%, or approximately 8,000 people, as it increases its reliance on artificial intelligence.
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Retrieved from YouTube on April 21, 2026
YouTube adds enhanced parental controls, offers tips to families
New features include time limits for Shorts and in-app account settings as the platform works to protect teens from overusing digital media.
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Retrieved from Lia Haberman/Threads on April 21, 2026
Meta previews updates for its Edits app
At a webinar celebrating the video-editing platform’s one-year anniversary, the company announced improved captions and better effects customization.
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Retrieved from Pinterest on April 21, 2026
Pinterest CPG promotions outperform benchmark ROIs
New research commissioned by the platform analyzes how Pin ads drive shopping activity across multiple regions and products.
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Retrieved from YouTube on April 29, 2021
YouTube adds custom timestamp sharing for mobile
The change means the video platform is also moving away from Clips, leaving users to seek out third-party advanced clipping tools.
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Retrieved from TikTok USDS on April 20, 2026
TikTok’s US joint venture gains security infrastructure certification
The latest milestone from the International Organization for Standardization verifies that the app’s data management structures meet global benchmarks.
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Retrieved from Connor Hayes/Threads on April 17, 2026
Threads updates reply format and web UI
The platform will now feature indented responses below posts, as well as a web version that more closely aligns with the app experience.
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Retrieved from Instagram on April 17, 2026
Instagram expands Your Algorithm tool to Explore
The feature will now be available to all English-language users and will allow them greater capacity to control what the algorithm shows them.
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Retrieved from Nikita Bier/X on April 17, 2026
X launches new Cashtags format on iOS in the US and Canada
The feature gives users embedded market information with real-time prices and is another step toward creating a fully functional banking experience in the app.
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Retrieved from Facebook on April 17, 2026
Facebook wants to scan users’ camera rolls for content
A new opt-in feature is designed to mine devices for images that can be turned into postable collages and recaps.
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Retrieved from Meta on June 02, 2023
Meta raises the price of its Quest VR headsets
The company attributed the increases to rising hardware costs, but the move may also point to a larger strategy to step back from its metaverse plans.
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Retrieved from Snapchat on June 04, 2020
Snap lays off 16% of its full-time staff
The cuts will impact about 1,000 people and will also include closing more than 300 open roles.
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Retrieved from LinkedIn on November 14, 2025
LinkedIn expands AI-powered conversational search
The feature launched to Premium members last year, and has been expanded sitewide so that all users can access improved query matching.
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Retrieved from Meta on April 16, 2026
Meta simplifies ad performance elements
An artificial intelligence-enhanced setup will streamline Meta Pixel, while Conversions API will now offer a one-click option.
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Retrieved from Pew Research on April 16, 2026
Social media has positive benefits for teens: report
Pew Research findings indicate that Snapchat, TikTok and Instagram play a critical role in keeping teens connected with friends, family and the world.
