Meta is expanding access to its Verification for Business subscription package for brands, allowing them to purchase a blue checkmark for their Facebook and/or Instagram profiles. The option was previously only available in Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, but it is now open to businesses in Argentina, Mexico, Chile, Peru, France, and Italy. This expansion
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In today’s digital landscape, social media plays a crucial role in the discovery of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Recent research conducted by VistaPrint and Wix revealed that more than two-thirds of consumers prefer to learn about local businesses through social media platforms. This trend highlights the importance of having a strong presence on social
WhatsApp has recently released a new update for all iOS users, bringing about a minor interface change and adding a new feature to its video calling functionality. This update, which was rolled out globally on Monday, is now available for all iPhone users to download from the App Store. The new version includes redesigned interface
X has recently launched a new feature that utilizes its Grok AI engine to provide real-time news summaries based on X posts. This innovation, known as X Stories, aims to offer users a quick way to catch up on the latest trending conversations within the app. While this development appears promising at first glance, there
Instagram has recently introduced four new interactive stickers in hopes of increasing engagement and interaction on the platform. These additions come at a time when sharing activity is shifting towards private messaging, prompting Instagram to provide more options for in-stream interactivity. One of the new stickers is the “Add Yours Music” option, allowing users to
Recently, X made a groundbreaking announcement that its premium subscribers in the United Kingdom now have access to its innovative Grok AI chatbot. This development marks the first European country where users can interact with X’s AI interface, introducing a new way for subscribers to engage with the platform. The Grok bot is designed to
Recently, X, the social network owned by Elon Musk, announced a new feature called “Stories” that will provide news summaries within the app. These summaries will be generated by xAI’s chatbot, Grok, and will be based on user tweets rather than third-party news articles. However, the catch is that these AI-generated summaries will only be
Snapchat has recently announced the introduction of new features aimed at enhancing user experiences and interactions on the platform. These features, ranging from AI-powered tools to interactive functions, are set to revolutionize the way users engage with Snapchat. One of the notable additions is Editable Chats, which allows users to edit their messages even after
In a time where TikTok has been facing various challenges, including investigations by the EU and the forced sell-off in the U.S., the platform has recently announced a positive development. TikTok has reached a new multi-dimensional licensing agreement with Universal Music Group (U.M.G.), marking a significant moment of collaboration between the two organizations. Previously, Universal
In a continuous effort to enhance the user experience, X has rolled out an update for its live video player on iOS. The updated player now takes better advantage of the full screen display, providing a more centered layout. With the chat section receiving more focus and playback options readily available on-screen, users can now