Snapchat CEO Criticizes Australia’s Teen Social Media Ban

Snap CEO Evan Spiegel says the restrictions represent a flawed approach and don’t address the biggest problems of online exposure.

Snap CEO Evan Spiegel says the restrictions represent a flawed approach and don’t address the biggest problems of online exposure.
The latest product in the company’s wearables line will also include health tracking features.

A new study published in Nature found that exposure to the platform’s algorithm had long-term effects on users’ political attitudes.

The company’s safety and security measures will include ad restriction policies and artificial intelligence labeling.
The Scenario Planner is designed to give external users access to estimation tools and help them better measure campaigns.
The changes will ensure that third-party ad management tools are aligned with Meta's metric focus.
LinkedIn Premium has seen a 50% rise in subscriptions over the past two years.
LinkedIn Premium has seen a 50% rise in subscriptions over the past two years.
Meta also shut down the separate Messenger app for Windows and Mac last year.
Reddit is already seeing an influx of interest in the event.
The platform's add-on subscription has become a valuable revenue driver for the business.
The deal will ensure that Meta can access the latest hardware for its expanding AI projects.
YouTube's also bringing its AI chatbot to Connected TV devices.
Additional merchant features include an easier way to send out product samples and new Creator Picks tags.
Some of the most popular promotions built pre-game momentum and engaged with creator talent to capture viewer attention.
The move comes as the platform looks to reassure regulators that its business practices are aligned with wider regulatory expectations.
Nostalgia-driven storytelling and niche-inspired campaigns can help brands and users create more effective engagement in 2026, according to the platform.
Various other nations have also launched investigations into the artificial intelligence chatbot.
The program will allow users with large followings to monetize content and set up customized monthly pricing tiers.
LinkedIn is implementing more direct penalties for pod posters.
X has launched a new offensive to weed out AI-powered bots.
More AI tools to help streamline your Meta ads process.
Meta could be looking to sidestep scrutiny on the update by launching it amid political turmoil.
Threads is making a bigger push to win over sports fans.
Pinterest is seeing strong performance, both in usage and revenue.
The package aims to make it easier for SMBs to maximize their in-app presence.
Some new opportunities for streaming providers and entertainment brands.
Russian authorities are pushing users toward the government-owned Max app instead.
Musk has shared some new notes on X's performance.
The data shows that more businesses are using AI, but performance results are mixed.

Google has detected a range of ways in which scammers are incorporating AI.
YouTube will send fewer channel notifications if users don't engage with them.
Meta's 27th data center in the U.S. will help to power its AI ambitions.
Mini dramas are having a moment on TikTok and Instagram is taking notice.