The recent lawsuit dropped by Meta against a company that was found to be scraping Facebook and Instagram user data has shed light on the murky rules surrounding data scraping and the legal and illegal use of personal information within social apps. While the company wasn’t technically stealing data, but rather collecting publicly accessible information
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TikTok has recently released a new guide on app marketing strategies on their platform, in collaboration with measurement and analytics provider Adjust. The insights provided in the guide are based on the Middle East and North African regions, but they can be applied universally by app marketers worldwide. The guide emphasizes three main strategies for
Instagram has been testing new features to enhance the live-streaming experience within the app. One of the latest additions includes the ability for live broadcasters to select a game to play with their viewers during the stream. This update aims to increase engagement and interaction during live broadcasts, ultimately creating more opportunities for creators to
In the midst of upcoming political campaigns, it is essential to ponder upon the credibility of the news sources you rely on for information. The accuracy of the reporting plays a crucial role in shaping your understanding of current events. Digital literacy should be a top priority in our society as misinformation spreads rapidly due
The recent announcement by Elon Musk and his team regarding the expansion of audio and video calling features in X has left many scratching their heads. The move to allow all non-Premium subscribers access to these features, which were previously limited to Premium subscribers, is being hailed as a revolutionary step. However, one cannot help
The latest advancements in generative AI have given rise to a multitude of new opportunities and potential use cases. However, the question arises – do these innovations truly add value to social media apps? While there are practical applications like image editing for advertisements and generating optimized ad copy, the real concern lies in whether
Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta Platforms Inc., is currently facing two dozen lawsuits that accuse his company and other social media platforms of addicting children to their products. In a recent hearing in California federal court, Zuckerberg defended himself against being held personally responsible in these lawsuits. A ruling in his favor would dismiss
Threads, the alternative social media platform to X, has recently implemented new features and updates in an attempt to increase user engagement and retention. However, the success of these changes remains uncertain as Threads continues to lag behind its competitor X in terms of active users and real-time content. One of the newest features on
When considering the recent test launched by Meta regarding cross-posting between Facebook and Threads, it is essential to analyze the potential implications of such integration from multiple perspectives. While the concept may seem appealing on the surface, it is crucial to delve deeper into whether this move is truly in the best interest of users
The European Union has wasted no time in exercising its new powers under the Digital Services Act (DSA), as it recently announced an investigation into TikTok’s potential violations of DSA rules regarding the protection of minors on the app. This move highlights the EU’s commitment to holding tech companies accountable for their actions, particularly in