Content
YouTube Tests its Next TikTok Mobile Rival
The company trials a new feature that blends short-form content into a single video.
Technology
Google Takes on Pinterest with Keen
The new platform uses AI to curate user interests through online content.
Content
Google Adds Fact Check Labels to Image Searches
Publishers can now factually verify their image submissions to the search engine through ClaimReview
Distribution
Justice Department Proposes the Removal of Tech’s Legal Shield
The new proposal could be a key shift in the battle between the U.S. government and Big Tech.
Advertising
YouTube Upgrades its Influencer Marketplace with BrandConnect
The video hosting platform introduces new tools for content creators to partner with brands.
Content
Gallup Poll Reveals Most Americans Distrust Social Media Companies on Content Decisions – and the Government
Research indicates a growing desire for both the government and the industry to do better.
Distribution
Facebook and Instagram Users Can Now Opt-Out of Political Ads
CEO Mark Zuckerberg reveals new features ahead of the 2020 U.S. Election to enrich the in-app experiences of voters.
Distribution
Google outperforms in Unique Visitors and Total Minutes in May
May’s release of the Comscore metrics saw Google come out on top in the tussle largest internet audience with Microsoft and Facebook
Advertising
Facebook and Google Speak Out on Australia’s Paid News Hosting Proposals
The digital giants respond to governmental proposals that would require revenue shares between Australia’s news organizations and themselves.
Distribution
Instagram trends Upwards as a News Source
The Reuters Institute’s 2020 Digital News Report reveals upward trends in social media reporting and addresses news reliability.