Threads finally brings messaging to the web
By bringing messaging to the web, Threads is aligning its desktop experience more closely with competitors like X and Bluesky.
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As X shuts down Communities, Acorn debuts an alternative that puts creators in control
Acorn lets organizations build and run their own online communities using decentralized tech, with custom feeds, moderation, and analytics tools.
People are finally using Reddit’s search
The company saw a 30% year-on-year jump in the number of people using search every week, CEO Steve Huffman said on Thursday.
TikTok’s new ‘Campus Hub’ features college group chats and feeds
The new hub features dedicated college group chats and personalized feeds designed to help students stay connected with their campus communities, even while they’re away for the summer.
X announces a rebuilt ad platform powered by AI
X is rolling out a rebuilt ads platform powered by AI as it works to grow revenue again.
Netflix wants you to watch ‘Clips,’ its TikTok-like vertical video feed
Netflix is redesigning its mobile app and introducing Clips, a vertical video feed intended to help users discover new content by sharing highlights from original Netflix programming.
Jack Dorsey-backed Vine reboot Divine launches to the public
Divine, a Vine reboot backed by Jack Dorsey’s nonprofit, revives six-second looping videos.