Social Snapshot – 10.05.2023

Looking to stay informed about the latest social media developments and updates across different platforms? Look no further than our weekly social snapshot! Let’s go!๐Ÿ‘‡

Instagram tests generative AI sticker creation
Instagram is experimenting with a generative AI-powered process that allows users to create custom stickers in the app based on text prompts. This new tool, which is still in development, could provide a new way for users to engage with the platform’s native tools and create unique visual content.

Find out more here.

But that’s not the only AI-related news! LinkedIn experiments with AI-Powered post prompts
LinkedIn is experimenting with an AI-powered assistant that suggests a first draft of a post after users share their ideas with the system. The feature is aimed at making it easier for users to create engaging content on the platform, without having to spend time drafting and editing their posts.

Find out more here.

Meta expands ads on Reels
Meta is updating its monetisation program for Reels creators, paying them based on content performance rather than ads alongside their clips. As Facebook has stated:

This means creators can focus on creating engaging content while we optimize the ad experience for advertisers and people.

Find out more here.

TikTok launches ‘TikTok World Hub’
TikTok’s new mini-site provides a central space for all the announcements shared during its third annual ‘TikTok World’ event, aiming to share guides and insights for marketers. In this Hub, marketers can find information about the platform’s latest product developments, ad tools, creator options, and strategy tips, all designed to help businesses enhance their TikTok presence.

Find out more here.

Latest Posts

Christmas on social media is a brilliant excuse to play, experiment, and add a little magic to your feed. Itโ€™s not just about throwing red and green everywhere; itโ€™s about capturing that cosy, festive feeling in a way that still feels true to your brand and your style. Start with…
Read More
Storytelling has always been how humans make sense of the world. From myths around the fire to bestselling novels and blockbuster films, the same basic patterns repeat: a character wants something, faces obstacles, changes along the way, and emerges transformed. Social media has not killed this tradition; it has compressed…
Read More
The hidden AI layer between your brand and your buyers Every marketer I speak to is talking about how they use AI. Very few are talking about the AI they cannot see. While we are all busy playing with tools and prompts, LinkedIn, Meta, TikTok, YouTube, Reddit, X, Snapchat and…
Read More