Back in February, as part of its Q419 update, Pinterest noted that it was working on its own profile verification program, in order to provide extra assurance to Pinners in regards to trust businesses which had met the platform’s standards on customer service and process. Now, with demand for eCommerce rising, and Pinterest seeing significant…
Back in 2016, Facebook made a big push to connect more users in India via its Free Basics program, but that push was eventually blocked by Indian regulators over conflict of interest concerns and issues with foreign interference in the local market. But India remains key to Facebook’s expansion plans, and since then, the company has been…
After lowering the video quality of its streams across Europe last week, in response to concerns that local networks could become overloaded with video traffic, YouTube has this week confirmed that it will do the same in all regions, with YouTube videos to load in standard definition by default for at least the next month. As explained by Bloomberg:…
Right now, it’s impossible to predict the full impacts of the COVID-19 outbreak and how it will relate to each sector and industry – and what that will mean, specifically, for your own company’s bottom line. But one sector that is likely to be hit hard is journalism, and in particular, local news organizations that…
With more people turning to Pinterest for inspiration and discovery amid the COVID-19 lockdowns, the company is launching a new feature called ‘Today’, which will showcase the latest trending ideas from across its network. People need inspiring ideas today, more than ever. Introducing the Today tab, a source of daily inspiration with curated topics, trending Pins,…
While Twitter’s stalled profile verification system remains a confusing mess, the blue profile tick still conveys a sense of authority on Twitter and can help to amplify messaging from those that have it. This week, New York Times writer Jennifer Senior raised an entirely valid question around verification in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic. Hey, @jack: Is…
I’m not sure how effective ‘Stay home’ stickers that Instagram launched are, but it certainly seems keen on releasing them, which would likely suggest that they’re at least somewhat effective. This week, Instagram has launched a new ‘Stay Home’ sticker for Instagram Stories in order to encourage people to stay inside amid the evolving COVID-19 outbreak. As…
If the current crisis has shown us anything, it’s that the internet is absolutely an essential service. Web connectivity enables people to stay up to date with the latest updates and get more information on what they can do and how they should respond to limit the spread of COVID-19. Internet connectivity has also enabled…
With everyone around the world re-adjusting their routines amid the various COVID-19 restrictions, YouTube has announced a new slate of updates in line with rising demand and need, as it seeks to address key considerations for its services. First off, YouTube is reducing its streaming quality options in response to concerns around choking web traffic….
Amid concerns that WhatApp is being used to spread misinformation around the COVID-19 outbreak, the Facebook-owned messaging giant has launched a new COVID-19 info hub, where users will be able to access timely, accurate information related to the pandemic. As explained by WhatsApp chief Will Cathcart: “Today WhatsApp has launched a hub for health workers, educators, small businesses, and others that are…