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In a bold move reshaping the intersection of social media and artificial intelligence, Snap Inc. has inked a $400 million partnership with Perplexity AI to embed advanced AI-pow...

Threads’ Podcast Pivot: Meta’s Strategy to Capture Audio Creators and Fans

In a bold move to expand its influence in the social media landscape, Meta's Threads platform is rolling out a suite of new features specifically designed for podcasters. Announ...

Meta’s Username Unification: WhatsApp’s Bold Leap into Cross-Platform Identity

In a move that could reshape digital communication, Meta Platforms Inc. is testing a feature allowing WhatsApp users to reserve usernames identical to those on Instagram and Fac...

Seizing the Now: Real-Time Marketing’s Edge on X

In the fast-paced world of social media, where trends emerge and vanish in hours, real-time marketing has become a critical tool for brands aiming to capture audience attention....

YouTube’s TikTok Obsession: A Copycat Crisis Eroding Creator Loyalty

In the ever-evolving landscape of digital media, YouTube's aggressive pivot toward short-form video content is sparking a backlash among creators and users alike. Once the undis...

Facebook Dating’s Stealth Surge: Outpacing Rivals in a Saturated Market

In an era where dating apps like Tinder and Bumble dominate headlines, Facebook Dating has quietly emerged as a powerhouse, amassing 21 million users and surpassing competitors wit...

AI Fraudsters Storm TikTok Shop: Inside the Battle Against Ecommerce Deception in 2025

In the fast-paced world of social commerce, TikTok Shop has emerged as a powerhouse, blending viral content with seamless shopping. But as the platform's popularity surges, so d...

X’s Ghost Traffic: Preloading Ploy Inflates Metrics, Sparks Web Feud

In the ever-evolving landscape of social media, Elon Musk's X (formerly Twitter) has once again stirred controversy with a technical tweak that's sending ripples across the digi...

Denmark’s Digital Shield: Banning Social Media for Kids Under 15

COPENHAGEN—In a bold move echoing global concerns over youth mental health, Denmark's government has forged a broad political agreement to prohibit social media access for child...

LinkedIn’s Verification Boom: Fortifying Trust in Professional Networks

In the ever-evolving landscape of professional networking, LinkedIn has taken a significant step forward by expanding its company page verification program. This move, announced...

Ex-Meta Insiders Battle Social Media’s Scam Flood with Transparency Push

In the shadowy underbelly of social media advertising, where billions of dollars flow through algorithms that often prioritize profits over protection, a new initiative is emerg...

AI’s Digital Decay: How Social Media Junk Is Rotting Machine Minds

In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, a troubling phenomenon is emerging: AI systems are suffering from what researchers call 'brain rot,' a cognitive de...

Discord’s Parental Shield: Balancing Teen Privacy and Guardian Oversight in Latest DM Controls

In a move that underscores the growing scrutiny on digital platforms' role in teen safety, Discord has rolled out enhanced parental controls within its Family Center, allowing g...

Pinterest Q3 Revenue Surges 17% to $1.05B, Stock Drops on Q4 Forecast

Pinterest's latest earnings report paints a picture of resilient growth amid a swirl of external pressures, with the visual discovery platform reporting a 17% year-over-year revenu...

Why Social Media’s News Feed is Poisoning Public Trust

In an era where scrolling through feeds has become synonymous with staying informed, a groundbreaking study reveals a troubling reality: social media users are far more likely t...

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