Social Media
Pollinger’s Productivity : Feb 2025
Meta’s Q4 2024 Results: AI and AR in spotlight Meta closed out 2024 with impressive financial results, reporting Q4 revenue of $48.39 billion, marking a 21% year-over-year increase. The company’s full-year revenue surged to $164.50 billion, up 22% from 2023, while net income skyrocketed 49% to $20.84 billion. These figures highlight the strength of Meta’s…
Read MoreTrump Says Microsoft in Talks to Buy TikTok
U.S. President Donald Trump has said that Microsoft is in talks to acquire TikTok, the popular social media platform owned by China’s ByteDance. In a news conference, President Trump suggested that multiple bidders are interested, stating, “There’s great interest in TikTok” and indicating that a competitive bidding process could be on the horizon. The comments come as…
Read MorePollinger’s Productivity : Jan 2025
Facebook to Launch AI Personas? Meta is considering introducing AI-generated personas on Facebook. These digital characters, powered by advanced AI, could interact with users in various ways, from answering questions to role-playing scenarios. “We expect these AIs to actually, over time, exist on our platforms, kind of in the same way that accounts do. They’ll…
Read MoreTikTok Loses Appeal Against U.S. Sell-or-Ban Law
A U.S. federal appeals court has upheld a law requiring ByteDance, TikTok’s China-based owner, to sell the platform by 19 January 2025 or face a nationwide ban. Understanding the Legislation This decision to reject TikTok’s appeal against the original decision of the court intensifies the ongoing debate over national security concerns and the influence of…
Read MoreHow to Stay Safe and Secure on Social Media
In today’s digital world, social media platforms are more than just places to share photos or catch up with old friends. They have become central to our personal and professional lives, acting as powerful tools for communication, marketing, and networking. But with these benefits comes the need for caution. The advantages of staying connected can…
Read MorePollinger’s Productivity : Dec 2024
Instagram Adds New Direct Messaging Features Instagram enhanced its Direct Messaging by introducing live location sharing for up to 60 minutes and the ability to assign customisable nicknames to group chats. Insights: These features aim to improve user interaction and coordination, and which will be particularly beneficial for businesses managing teams or running events. Instagram Is…
Read MoreSocial Media Health Findings
A new study from the University of British Columbia (UBC) has found that it’s how young people use social media, not how long they use it, that matters most in relation to their mental health. Challenging Common Beliefs About Social Media Use The groundbreaking study, led by psychology professor Dr. Amori Mikami, has challenged widespread…
Read MoreSocial Media Ban For Kids
Australia’s government has enacted legislation prohibiting children under 16 from accessing social media platforms to protect them from the harmful effects of online content, such as cyberbullying, exploitation, and exposure to inappropriate material. The Online Safety Amendment Under the new legislation, known as the Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Bill 2024, only just…
Read MoreSnapchat No.1 Grooming Platform, Says NSPCC
With alarming figures showing an 89 per cent increase in grooming cases in the last six years, the NSPCC has reported that data shows Snapchat tops the list of common platforms that perpetrators have been using to target children online. Record Levels of Grooming Since “Sexual Communication with a Child” was established as an offence…
Read MorePollinger’s Productivity : Nov 2024
Meta Launch Advertiser Success CentreMeta have opened an online Advertiser Success Centre aimed at small businesses. It contains a large number of step-by-step guides and tips for advertisers. As Meta says it’s, ‘your all-in-one resource for levelling up your ad campaigns’. Insights: This is an ideal guide for small businesses or Social Media Managers that…
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