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.  

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 20, 2026

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.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 20, 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.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 20, 2026

Meta tests new add-on package with WhatsApp Plus subscription

Additional features include premium stickers and ringtones, custom icons and new chat sorting options.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 20, 2026

Judge sides with plaintiffs in case against online ICE trackers

A Facebook group and an app that used publicly available information to highlight immigration agent activity have been granted a preliminary injunction, per Engadget.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 19, 2026

Threads will add Broadcast Channels-style feature called live chats

Threads Chief Connor Hayes announced the update at Coachella and said it would be available in the app over the next few weeks.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 19, 2026

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.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 19, 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.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 16, 2026

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.

By Andrew Hutchinson • 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.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 15, 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.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 15, 2026

EU officials explore plans for teen social media bans

Emmanuel Macron, president of France, is spearheading an initiative to prohibit teens under age 15 from accessing the apps.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 14, 2026

Meta announces date for 2026 Conversations event

The annual messaging conference will be held June 3 and showcase artificial intelligence innovations and upgrades to WhatsApp, Messenger and IG Direct.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 14, 2026

YouTube expands C-SPAN partnership

The move is part of a larger celebration honoring the 250th anniversary of the U.S. that will also include a new America 250 hub.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 14, 2026

Meta updates Threads API with more third-party app integrations

Changes include new ways to schedule and publish content and manage engagement.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 14, 2026

Advocacy groups warn against adding facial recognition to Meta AI glasses

A coalition of civil liberties, domestic violence, reproductive rights, LGBTQ+, labor and immigrant advocacy groups has expressed concerns, according to Wired.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 13, 2026

4 new engagement options for YouTube creators

The platform announced updated gift access, ad-free windows and the ability to customize streams for multiple screens.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 13, 2026

YouTube to increase the cost of its Premium service

The platform is raising individual prices by $2 per month and family prices by $4 per month, with the rate hikes set to take effect in June, according to 9 to 5 Google.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 12, 2026

Most EU residents don’t trust firms in the US or China with their data

A new survey from Politico found that the vast majority of EU web users trust tech companies in their home region significantly more.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 12, 2026

WhatsApp partners with Arsenal Football Club

The deal launched with a documentary premiere and will include exclusive digital experiences for fans in the official WhatsApp Channel.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 9, 2026

Meta removes ads that encourage litigation against the company

Facebook and Instagram ads from U.S. law firms including Morgan & Morgan and Sokolove Law have been deactivated, according to Axios.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 9, 2026

YouTube tests 90-second unskippable ads on CTV

The company’s overview of nonskippable ads still lists 60-second ads as the maximum length available, but a Reddit user discovered longer segments.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 8, 2026

LinkedIn adds video playback speed controls

Users can now decide whether to play in-stream videos at half speed or double speed, providing new ways to engage with short-form clips.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 8, 2026

Meta Superintelligence launches Muse Spark AI model

The company said this is the first in a series of large language models intended to reimagine its entire artificial development stack.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 8, 2026

X expands AI translations and adds in-stream photo editing

The app also updated reply settings, allowing paying users to give second-degree connections the ability to comment on posts.

By Andrew Hutchinson • April 7, 2026