The digital world is undergoing rapid transformation, with Artificial Intelligence at the forefront of innovation across major platforms. From Google's reported "AI Mode" replacing an iconic button and Gemini's new email summarization features to TikTok's "AI Alive" for animated photos and LinkedIn's AI-powered job tools, intelligence is becoming deeply embedded in our online experiences.
Meanwhile, the social media sphere is a hotbed of evolving strategies and user experience changes. LinkedIn is enhancing analytics and user engagement, while Meta's Threads experiments with video ads and prioritizes links, setting it apart from X. Mastodon is charting a unique course by rejecting VC funding, and Bluesky offers new verification methods. Even TikTok is introducing well-being features like meditation prompts for teens.
Beyond these giants, content creation and consumption are also adapting. The unfortunate shutdown of Pocket highlights the ongoing need for effective "read-later" solutions, with many alternatives emerging. For content creators, understanding platform-specific algorithms, like Instagram's engagement drivers and Google's E-E-A-T principles for SEO, is more crucial than ever. Amidst all this, new research continues to explore the complex relationship between social media use and youth mental health, reminding us of the human element at the heart of these digital shifts. This abstract explores these key trends shaping our online lives.
Tomer Cohen, LinkedIn's chief product officer, shares his top tips for getting the most from the networking site - and what comes next for the platform.
Mastodon Blog, May 05, 2025 This is pretty important I think: "Mastodon has taken the strategic decision not to accept venture capital investments for growth, but rather restructure to a European non-profit organisation." From where I sit, if you take venture capital, you're accepting that at some point...
If you scroll through Threads and think the only thing that could make the experience more enjoyable is video ads, I have some excellent news for you.Meta announced at IAB NewFronts, an industry event for social media companies and advertisers, that it will start testing video ads on Threads. Meta began testing other ads earlier this year."We’re testing...
Want to get verified on Bluesky and add that sweet, sweet checkmark to your account? Well, you might have to wait for that, but there's a workaround until applications open.In April 2025, the social media platform added a way to verify authentic accounts and demonstrate it through blue ticks on profiles. It's a feature Twitter used to have before Elon...
If you're looking for a mobile browser that can help cut down the clutter on many websites, the latest iteration of Brave is what you want.
If you can think of your next role, you can find it on LinkedIn.
Do you want to get more traffic, saves, and engagement from your Pinterest content? Looking for smart ways to use ChatGPT to improve your boards, pins, and keyword strategy? You’ll find some Pinterest basics in this infographic. Here’s a summary of what’s covered: Write Pinterest-Optimised Board Descriptions Analyse Pinterest Analytics and Suggest...
TikTok is making it a lot easier for its creators to use AI. TikTok AI Alive, a feature the app launched on Tuesday, helps users turn static photos into "captivating, short-form videos enhanced with movement, atmospheric and creative effects" when they use the TikTok Story Camera."We all know a photo can say a thousand words, and TikTok aims to take...
It might be time to say your goodbyes to the iconic “I’m Feeling Lucky” button below the Google Search bar.In its place will be AI Mode, a feature that’s been quietly rolling out to users this week, according to The Verge. It’s part of Google’s ongoing push to merge its core search engine with Gemini, its flagship AI model. First announced in March,...
If you're a TikTok user under 18 and scrolling after 10pm, the app will interrupt your feed with a meditation exercise.Announced in a blog post on Thursday, the social media company's "Meditation in Sleep Hours" feature will be available to all users, but turned on by default for anyone under 18 (meaning 13-17 years olds, as anyone younger can't make...
If a user publishes a post with a link to a website or article on Elon Musk's X, very often they'll find that the post receives minimal views, retweets, and likes. Musk has previously confirmed that his social media platform, formerly known as Twitter, deprioritizes links via its algorithm.X users have complained about this, but Musk wants people to...
Are you trying to boost engagement and get your Instagram posts seen by more people? Want to know exactly what the algorithm looks for when deciding which content to prioritise? You’ll find some Instagram basics in this infographic. Here’s a summary of what’s covered: Discover Your Best Time to Post Use Instagram Stories Stickers Analyse New...
For years, research on social media and youth mental health has tried to answer a perplexing question: Does use lead to worsened well-being or do young people who are struggling disproportionately spend their time on social media? Some studies have indicated that both scenarios are true while other research shows mixed results. This uncertainty has...
Want to boost your rankings by creating content Google actually trusts? Curious how to apply E-E-A-T principles to improve your SEO performance? You’ll find some SEO basics in this infographic. Here’s a summary of what’s covered: Experience Expertise Authoritativeness Trustworthiness Check out the post below for more. Google no longer...
The company is adding more granular analytics to help creators better interact with their audience. Here's what's new.
Pocket will soon be no more.Mozilla, the creators of the web browser Firefox, announced last week that it would be shutting down Pocket, the read-later platform it acquired back in 2017. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. Pocket was the most popular read-later service with more than...
Mozilla killed Pocket, but your bookmarks don't have to die. Here's how to self-host ArchiveBox - with a little help from ChatGPT - and take ownership of your reading archive.
WhatsApp Status is getting a bit of a facelift. Status is WhatsApp's version of an AIM away message (an ancient AOL feature from the early days of the social internet), which basically allows users to say what they're up to while they're not near the app. In a new feature released on Thursday, you can personalize your Status just like you would an Instagram...
Pocket dumped you? Don't despair: Some of these 'read it later' replacements deliver more than Mozilla's service - and for less.
Google's AI Gemini will now automatically summarize long email threads for some users, the company said in a blog post. SEE ALSO: Gmail search just got a lot smarter, thanks to AI Previously, users had to tap "Summarize this email" for Gemini to generate key points. Now, if users have smart...
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