Instagram recommends Stories based on your interests in the Explore tab
Instagram is bringing suggested Stories to its Explore tab in a bid to help its users follow more people. The update may ring alarm bells for Snapchat.
Robert Downey Jr. is offering to voice Zuckerberg’s AI butler … on one condition
Tony Stark could be the voice of Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg’s digital assistant. Robert Downey Jr is offering to voice the AI on one condition.
Facebook sets precedent by indefintely shutting down ads for an entire country
Facebook has removed all ads from its platform in Thailand out of respect for country’s king, who passed away on Thursday following a 70-year reign.
LinkedIn updates app in bid to become your go-to source for business news
LinkedIn is adding a number of news-oriented customization and discovery features to its mobile app to help you get the most out of your feed.
Pinterest hits 150M monthly users milestone as more men sign up to platform
A substantial increase in male users has helped Pinterest to reach 150 million monthly active users, 70 million of which are based in the U.S.
Facebook, Twitter cut off surveillance tool used by police to monitor protesters
Twitter, Facebook and Instagram are blocking social media surveillance company Geofeedia from accessing user data, in light of a new report.
Facebook At Work will reportedly arrive at offices next month
The Facebook ban at your office could soon be lifted if the social network has its way. Reports claim Facebook is prepping the launch of its "At Work" tool.
Snapchat story playlists put you in charge of the viewing experience
Snapchat has scrapped its auto-advance function in favor of a new Story playlist feature that’s all about personal curation.
Report: Facebook in talks with White House to introduce Free Basics in the U.S.
Facebook is reportedly preparing to introduce its free internet program in the U.S. Free Basics by Facebook has faced opposition abroad.
Instagram Stories is a hit with 100 million daily views just 2 months following its launch
Instagram Stories is establishing itself as a viable alternative to Snapchat, hitting 100 million daily views a mere two months since it was introduced.
LinkedIn now lets you find work without the fear of getting caught by your boss
LinkedIn has made it possible to look for a new job without anyone else (including your nosy boss) catching on, thanks to its "Open Candidates" feature.
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey reportedly in dispute with board over possible takeover
Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey does not want to sell the company despite the company's board seeking to evaluate takeover offers, according to a new report.
Twitter now lets you add a Periscope link to your profile
Twitter is launching a new Periscope integration option that lets you provide a link to your profile on the live-streaming service on your Twitter page.
Pinterest taps former Twitter exec as first CFO amid IPO talk
Pinterest is fueling talk over a possible IPO after appointing its first chief financial officer. Former Twitter VP Todd Morgenfeld has nabbed the role.
Facebook halts Marketplace rollout to deal with influx of illicit listings
Facebook is stopping the rollout of Marketplace in order to stamp out illegal listings that made it on to the e-commerce service due to a technical error.
Facebook in talks with partner countries for internet-serving drone trials
Facebook is currently in talks with multiple countries to host trials of its internet-serving Aquila drones, which could take place in 2018.
Snapchat clone Snow lands $45M from Japanese messaging giant Line
Japanese messaging behemoth Line just poured $45 million into a South Korean Snapchat clone in an effort to increase its social footprint.
Periscope for desktop now lets you channel hop through curated broadcasts
Periscope is making it easier to discover live news and events broadcasts on the desktop version of its platform with the launch of curated channels.
Scandinavian cool: Inside Facebook’s Arctic data center
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg has shared the first detailed look inside the firm's Lulea data center, located just 70 miles south of the Arctic Circle
The world’s biggest tech giants go all in on AI
Tech giants including IBM, Facebook, Microsoft, and more are teaming up to form a new organization dedicated to advancing the public’s understanding of AI.
Twitter can help you register to vote in exchange for a direct message
The official Twitter Government account (@Gov) can now help you get registered to vote online, and provide you with additional location-based voting info.
Sniffles, shuffles and social media: Presidential debate breaks Twitter records
Twitter was transformed into a treasure trove of live chatter during last night’s presidential debate, breaking social media records in the process.
Tumblr’s new iMessage app lets you create and share your own GIFs
The new Tumblr iMessage app is a GIF lover's dream. If you enjoy sharing GIFs (and want to create your own), you can now do so using just your iPhone.
Report: Disney seriously considering Twitter takeover bid
The Twitter takeover chatter rages on. The latest news is that Walt Disney Co. is evaluating a possible bid for the struggling social media platform.
Your Instagram Stories could make it into CBSN's live coverage of the presidential debates
CBS News’ streaming service CBSN is joining forces with Instagram to feature the app’s Stories within its live coverage of the presidential debates.
Facebook will prompt you to vote over the next four days
Facebook is launching its first nationwide voter registration drive in an attempt to urge its U.S. users to get out to vote.
Facebook apologizes to ad clients for exaggerating video viewing times
Facebook has revealed it overestimated the average viewing times for videos on its site for two years. The error could impact video ads on the platform.
LinkedIn undergoes big redesign in bid to become your new favorite social network
LinkedIn is overhauling its flagship social network, with the addition of new features such as bots, and trending news, in an effort to boost engagement.
