YouTube Music has recently introduced a new feature for Music Premium subscribers – AI-generated radio stations. This innovative option allows users to customize their listening experience by providing verbal descriptions of the music they want to hear. For example, users can request genres like “angry metal music” or “relaxing instrumentals with female vocals”, and the
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Over the weekend, X made headlines again, this time due to the alleged attempt on former President Donald Trump’s life. The ensuing conversations on the app were intense, but a closer look at the reported usage data raises some red flags. X owner Elon Musk boasted of a new “record high” in app usage, with
The recent decision by Meta to remove all restrictions on the Facebook and Instagram accounts of former U.S. President Donald Trump has raised eyebrows and sparked debates. This move comes at a critical time, just as the November elections are looming closer. Trump’s accounts were initially suspended by Meta in January 2021 following the Capitol
X, formerly known as Twitter, appears to be exploring a new feature designed to boost user engagement on the platform. Recent reports suggest that X may be testing a downvote option for posts on iPhones. This feature, referred to as a ‘dislike’ option, could potentially be represented by a heartbroken icon rather than the traditional
Meta has recently announced that it will be allowing 10-12 year olds to engage in chats and calls in VR. This decision is part of Meta’s metaverse plan, which is aimed at creating a virtual reality space where people can interact and connect with each other. While Meta claims that this move will provide a
X has recently obtained a money transmitter license in the District of Columbia, marking another milestone in its quest to become a key player in the payments industry. This approval adds to the list of states where X has gained regulatory clearance to facilitate in-stream payments and money transfers. However, this is just the beginning
WhatsApp has recently implemented a new feature aimed at enhancing the safety of its group messaging function. The messaging platform, owned by Meta, will now provide users with contextual information when they are added to a group by an unfamiliar user. This addition is meant to equip WhatsApp users with pertinent details about the group
The landscape of AI chatbots on social platforms has been met with varying degrees of success. While some AI bots like ChatGPT have received positive feedback, others, such as Meta’s AI chatbot, have not been as well received. Despite this, social platforms are increasingly betting on the future potential of generative AI in enhancing in-stream
TikTok has recently announced some new restrictions on ads targeted at teenagers within the app. These changes are aimed at enhancing transparency within the ad targeting process. One of the major adjustments involves updates to ad targeting options for teenagers in the United States. Advertisers will no longer have the ability to reach teenagers using
WhatsApp is seemingly exploring new avenues with the introduction of a dedicated video note mode in its camera interface, as indicated by a recent feature tracker report. This potential feature could revolutionize the way users interact with the platform by allowing them to effortlessly record and share video notes directly from the camera interface itself.