Instagram hack impacted more than 20K users
Meta sent out notifications to the affected users, according to This Week in Security, but the incident highlights larger artificial intelligence vulnerabilities.
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Meta rudert bei Gesichtserkennung in KI‑App zurück
Nach einem Bericht über inaktive Gesichtserkennungs‑Elemente in einer KI‑App hat Meta den betreffenden Code rasch entfernt. Der Fall schürt Datenschutzsorgen und betont die Notwendigkeit transparenter KI‑Entwicklung.
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WWDC 2026: What to expect, from Siri’s highly anticipated revamp to Apple Intelligence and iOS 27
Apple's WWDC nears: Here's what you can look forward to.
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Apple’s Image Playground doesn’t suck anymore
Apple's AI image generator is getting a makeover that could make it more competitive.
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Apple führt KI-gestützte Workflows in der Kurzbefehle-App ein
Kurzbefehle erhält KI-Unterstützung: Mit Prompts beschreibt man gewünschte Workflows, die die App als editierbare Automationen vorschlägt. Das senkt Hürden und beschleunigt Abläufe.
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Apple bets cheaper AI will woo small developers
As AI experimentation grows more expensive, Apple is waiving cloud API costs for developers with fewer than 2 million first-time App Store downloads.
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Instagram releases profile grid rearranging
The app teased the function earlier this year, and now all users will be able to control how their profile content is presented.
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TikTok announces 2026 Community Fest plans
The annual event, now in its third year, will focus on livestream creators and offers educational programming, competitions and fanbase celebrations.
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Instagram hack impacted more than 20,000 users
Meta sent out notifications to the affected users, according to This Week in Security, but the incident highlights larger artificial intelligence vulnerabilities.
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Instagram expands Reels post view ads to all advertisers
The feature allows brands to place their video ads after the end of a Reel in stream.
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Instagram outlines add-on subscription offerings
Instagram Plus will cost $3.99 a month and feature Super Hearts, Story Spotlights and other niche tools to enhance the in-app experience.
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YouTube beendet Test für Produkt-Tags in Community-Posts
YouTube stellt den Test ein, bei dem einige Creator Shopping‑Produkte in Community‑Posts taggen konnten. Die Funktion ist abgeschaltet; alte Tags werden entfernt. Musikteams müssen Merch‑Strategien und Fan‑Journeys entsprechend anpassen.
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LinkedIn adds more post performance insights
The platform will provide users with detailed data points on who posts are reaching both in-network and out-of-network.
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Edits adds new audio and font features
Meta’s separate video editing app continues to roll out near-weekly updates for creators and social media marketers.
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Beyond Instagram: Introducing the next generation of social apps
These newer social apps offer alternatives to Big Tech’s feeds, focusing on interests, creativity, and community.
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What to expect from WWDC 2026: Siri’s highly anticipated revamp and Apple Intelligence updates
Apple's WWDC nears: Here's what you can look forward to.
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Apple approves Poke as the first AI agent on its Messages for Business platform
Poke, the startup that lets people use AI agents through simple text messages, has become the first AI agent approved for Apple’s Messages for Business platform.
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Google tests Search profiles
The new feature allows brands and creators to create custom search result listings using information gathered from social and video platforms.
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Meta launches creator assistant chatbot
The artificial intelligence-powered bot is designed to help creators by answering their questions and providing insights via the messaging interface.
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Snap acquires spatial AI developer Illumix
The deal aligns with Snap’s push to compete Meta and Apple in the artificial intelligence wearables market.
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Metas KI‑Agent für WhatsApp Business ist jetzt weltweit verfügbar
Meta startet den KI‑Agenten für WhatsApp Business weltweit. Abrechnung erfolgt nutzungsbasiert pro Token. Unternehmen gewinnen Tempo im Service – bei klaren Guardrails und Kostenkontrolle.
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TikTok launches TikTok Pro Events, an app for cultural moments like the FIFA World Cup
The app allows users to engage with other fans, explore trending videos, and access curated creator feeds.
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Substack’s new ‘Reply Rules’ feature lets creators control how people respond
Substack's new Reply Rules feature is currently available for all English-language publications and is designed to give creators greater control over how their audiences respond.
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Cash App launches a wand for tap-and-pay
Cash App plans to launch more tap-to-pay tags.
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Meta rolls out a new AI creator assistant on Facebook
Creators often have to parse through charts and dashboards to understand their performance, but with the new AI assistant, they can get quick answers to questions like "When should I post?" and "What
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Meta tests connected Series Reels option for video creators
The Instagram and Facebook feature offers link shortcuts and collections available on creator profiles, according to TechCrunch.
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Reddit führt Video-Antworten in Kommentar-Threads ein
Reddit erlaubt Video-Antworten in Kommentaren. Moderationen können die Funktion deaktivieren. Für die Musikbranche eröffnet das Chancen für Fanbindung, Q&As und Kampagnen – bei klaren Regeln.
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SEMRush offers AI discovery tips for brands
As AI use for search increases, companies need to consider how to best optimize their reach in order to meet users where they are.
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Meta offers new AI messaging options for businesses
At its Conversations event in London, the company announced global access to its artificial intelligence-powered agents via paid subscriptions.
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YouTube Shorts is awarded Media Rating Council accreditation
This is the first short-form video platform to gain this certification, which comes alongside the platform’s sixth consecutive overall approval rating.
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Google testet proaktive KI-App „Dreambeans“ für persönliche Empfehlungen
Google erprobt „Dreambeans“: eine proaktive KI-Plattform, die Daten aus verbundenen Apps bündelt, um Nutzer mit kontextbezogenen, personalisierten Empfehlungen zu „inspirieren und begeistern“.
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Hackers continue to exploit Meta’s AI agents
Despite Meta working to address a recent exploit that enabled hackers to trick Meta's AI chatbot into giving them control of Instagram profiles, reports suggest that this is still possible.
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X caters to creators with new ‘React with Video’ feature
X will now let you 'react with video' to posts.
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Meta tests ‘Series’ for episodic Reels on Instagram and Facebook
Meta told TechCrunch that it's considering ways to monetize the new feature, but didn't share specifics on what that could look like.
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Google rolls out fake call detection to protect against AI deepfake impersonation scams
As people increasingly refuse to answer calls from unknown numbers, scammers are shifting their tactics by spoofing trusted phone numbers and using AI deepfake technology to sound like authority figur
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YouTube updates AI for Ask Studio and CTV
The platform also announced new podcast playback features and added new options to Effects Maker.
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Meta plans to introduce a wearable AI pendant
The device would give users access to the social media giant’s AI capabilities and could also record conversations, per The Information.
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Instagram führt Teleprompter-Funktion für Creator ein
Instagram führt eine Teleprompter-Funktion ein: Skripte laufen beim Recording mit. Für Musikprofis bringt das effizientere Reels, klare Botschaften und weniger Fehlaufnahmen.
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TikTok stellt Pride-Month-Programm 2026 vor
TikTok hebt im Juni acht aufstrebende LGBTQIA+ Creator und Kleinunternehmer hervor, um Inklusion zu fördern. Chancen für die Musikindustrie: authentisches Marketing und Talent-Scouting.
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Hackers got Meta AI to give them Instagram account access
A series of screenshots and videos revealed the steps taken to override security features and steal accounts, per a report from 404 Media.
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Meta hires Snap director of global content partnerships
Jim Shepherd, who oversaw Snap’s celebrity relations and editorial strategy, will now help with Meta’s artificial intelligence device push, per The Hollywood Reporter.
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LinkedIn chatbot optimization tips offer guidance on content planning
A post about increasing visibility and artificial intelligence discovery on the platform provides clues about broader brand strategy concepts.
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Are social platforms going to charge all users for access?
Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg have historically disagreed about this, but rising AI expenses may result in costly new subscription options.
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TikTok’s road to becoming a super app
TikTok may be working to become the app that people use for most of their digital activities.
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I put Google’s 24/7 AI assistant Gemini Spark to work, and it’s actually pretty useful
Gemini Spark helps automate everyday tasks, from inbox summaries to local event planning, but it’s unclear why Google made it a separate product.
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TikTok Shop expandiert in neue EU‑Händlerländer
TikTok Shop öffnet sich für weitere EU‑Händlerländer, um In‑App‑Erlöse zu steigern. Händler erhalten Zugang zu jungen Zielgruppen, müssen aber strenge EU‑Regeln und Compliance beachten.
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YouTube führt neue Podcast-Funktionen ein – mit KI-Empfehlungen und „Auto-Speed“
YouTube stärkt Podcasts mit KI-Empfehlungen und Auto-Speed. Personalisierte Vorschläge und dynamische Wiedergabe sollen das Entdecken vereinfachen und die Hördauer effizienter machen.
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Bluesky embraces long-form content to counter X Articles
In its latest update, Bluesky is getting into long-form content.
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TikTok Shops expands to new EU merchant countries
The expansion of the company’s European shopping capabilities comes as the company looks to increase its in-app revenue stream.
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Meta launches Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp subscriptions, with more to come, including AI plans
Meta is rolling out paid subscription plans for Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp worldwide, while also testing new AI, creator, and business-focused offerings under its broader “Meta One” subscriptio
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