Social Snapshot – 06.10.2021

We know it can be hard to stay up to date with social media news popping up every day. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Have a look at the latest happening in the world of social media through our social snapshot:

Twitter removes live stream guests’ s option

Twitter is removing its video live-stream guests’ option to enable users to add audio-only guests into their live-stream broadcasts.

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Instagram is testing likes on stories

Instagram has announced that it is testing likes on stories. Likes will appear on your own story in the same place as story viewers.

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Snapchat launches a new program to get young users more involved in politics

The platform has been working to help young people become more involved in the political process, through voting awareness stickers and polling location tracking.

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Facebook tests a new option to post share into multiple groups at once

Facebook has confirmed that it is testing a new option that will enable users to share a post into multiple Facebook groups at once.

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TikTok launches ‘Be Cybersmart’ campaign

As part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, TikTok has launched a new ‘Be Cybersmart’ campaign to help improve online security and avoid scams.

Find out more here.

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