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Social Media
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Instagram Tests Opening the App Directly to Reels for Some Users
Instagram is testing a change where the app opens directly to Reels for some users. This move could shift how people interact with Instagram…
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X (Twitter) Lets Everyone Opt In to XChat, Its Encrypted Messaging Hub
X is expanding access to its encrypted messaging tool, XChat, beyond beta and paid tiers—offering enhanced privacy and full-featured chat via a new, opt-in…
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TikTok DMs Level Up with Voice Notes and Image Sharing
TikTok has upgraded DMs with voice notes and image/video sharing—letting users record up to 60-second audio messages and send up to nine images or…
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TikTok Denies India Comeback Despite Website Activity Reports
TikTok has denied rumors of its return to India after reports surfaced about its website going live. The company clarified there are no plans…
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TikTok’s new Campus Verification feature is bringing students together
TikTok’s new Campus Verification helps you connect with classmates by verifying your student status—so you can easily find and connect with peers at your…
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Instagram’s “Picks” Unveiled: Bonding Over Your Favorite Flicks and Tunes
Instagram’s “Picks” feature, in development, lets users share favorite movies, books, and more to find common interests with friends, fostering deeper connections.
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Instagram launches Instagram Map to rival Snapchat, adds new location features
Instagram introduces Instagram Map, a new feature that lets users explore public Stories and posts by location, directly challenging Snapchat’s Snap Map.
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TikTok Launches New Parental Controls and Creator Tools in 2025 Update
TikTok introduces enhanced parental controls and new tools for creators, aiming to improve safety and user experience. Updates include expanded Family Pairing features and…
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YouTube drops Trending page, shifts focus to Charts and personalized recommendations
YouTube is removing its Trending page and replacing it with Charts and personalized recommendations, aiming to better reflect user interests and highlight popular content.
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Bluesky Rolls Out Customizable Notifications and Activity Alerts for Favorite Accounts
Bluesky now lets users fully customize their notifications, including activity alerts from favorite accounts. The update brings more control and personalization to the platform’s…
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Bluesky Rolls Out New Notification Options for Specific Accounts
Bluesky introduces new notification controls, letting users customize alerts for specific accounts and activity types. The update aims to give users more control over…
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X Blocks Reuters Accounts in India Amid Ongoing Tensions
X has blocked Reuters accounts in India, raising concerns about press freedom and access to international news on the platform.
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TikTok to Launch U.S.-Exclusive App on September 5, 2025
TikTok will introduce a new U.S.-exclusive version of its app on September 5, 2025, aiming to comply with federal legislation and maintain its presence…
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Some Users Are Unhappy With Threads DMs After Recent Changes
Threads’ new direct messaging feature has received criticism from users who find it lacking in privacy and usability compared to other platforms.
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Threads introduces direct messaging with 100 million users in first week
Threads has launched direct messaging, allowing users to send private messages and share posts, enhancing interaction on the platform after reaching 100 million users.
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X now allows AI bots to write Community Notes for the first time
X is now letting AI bots write Community Notes, marking a major change in how the platform handles fact-checking and context on posts.
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Reddit Adds Option to Hide Posts and Comments from Your Profile
Reddit now lets users hide posts and comments from their profiles, giving more control over visible content and privacy.
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Snapchat launches new Bitmoji game development tools for creators
Snapchat has introduced new tools that allow creators to build games featuring Bitmoji avatars, expanding its gaming ecosystem and offering more personalized experiences for…
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Instagram now supports 3:4 photos, moving beyond the classic square format
Instagram introduces support for 3:4 aspect ratio photos, allowing users to post rectangular images instead of just squares. The update is rolling out on…