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Is Donald Trump's New Social Media Network Just A Blog?
Thursday, May 6, 2021 - 2:13pm | 545Read More...For months former President Donald Trump has been teasing the launch of a new social media platform after being kicked off of Facebook Inc (NASDAQ: FB) and Twitter (NYSE: TWTR). A new platform featuring words from Trump has a similar feel to Twitter, but could actually be just a blog...
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Facebook Will Not Allow Trump Back On Its Platforms
Wednesday, May 5, 2021 - 9:13am | 492Read More...Facebook (NASDAQ: FB) announced Wednesday that former President Donald Trump will not be allowed to resume his account on its social media platforms. What Happened: The social media company banned Trump from the Facebook and Instagram platforms in the aftermath of the Jan. 6 riots, when Trump...
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Twitter Users With More Than 600 Followers Can Now Host Clubhouse-Like Audio Streams
Tuesday, May 4, 2021 - 3:51am | 530Read More...Twitter Inc (NYSE: TWTR) on Monday opened the doors of its live social audio-chat feature Spaces to accounts with 600 or more followers. What Happened: The San Francisco-based company piloted its live audio conversations feature in December last year with a small group of users. Based on feedback...
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Why Cathie Wood Bought $72.4M In Twitter As Stock Tanked Post Earnings-Report
Sunday, May 2, 2021 - 11:57pm | 1001Read More...Cathie Wood-led Ark Investment Management bought over 1.3 million shares, worth about $72.42 million, in Twitter Inc (NYSE: TWTR) on Friday as the stock slumped after the social media company reported lower-than-expected user growth in the first quarter. Why Ark Sees Upside To TWTR: ...
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Facebook Gets Embroiled In Another Censorship Controversy In India
Thursday, April 29, 2021 - 7:18am | 420Read More...Facebook Inc (NASDAQ: FB) blocked posts with the hashtag "#ResignModi" on its social media platform and restored them hours later amid mounting concerns of government censoring critical views, Bloomberg reported. What Happened: According to the report, Facebook claims it blocked the...
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Why Facebook Is Warning Against The Apple Impact On Revenue In Coming Quarters
Thursday, April 29, 2021 - 1:59am | 569Read More...Social media giant Facebook Inc. (NASDAQ: FB) on Wednesday reported first-quarter results that beat the average analyst estimate but warned that revenue growth could “significantly decelerate” later this year. What Happened: Facebook said in its earnings report that it continues to...
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Facebook Surges To New Highs As Q1 Revenue Jumps 48%: What Investors Should Know
Wednesday, April 28, 2021 - 4:32pm | 379Read More...Social media giant Facebook Inc (NASDAQ: FB) shares hit 52-week highs following its first-quarter earnings reported Wednesday. What Happened: Facebook reported revenue of $26.17 billion, beating analyst estimates of $23.67 billion. The revenue total was up 48% year-over-year. Advertising...
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Microsoft's LinkedIn Outdoes Pinterest, Snapchat In Revenue: What You Need To Know
Wednesday, April 28, 2021 - 4:54am | 565Read More...Technology giant Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ: MSFT) said on Tuesday its professional networking site LinkedIn raked in more than $3 billion revenue during the year ended March 31, which is more than digital-ad rivals like Snap Inc (NYSE: SNAP) and Pinterest Inc (NYSE: PINS). What Happened: LinkedIn...
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Why Pinterest Shares Tanked Despite Q1 Earnings Beat
Wednesday, April 28, 2021 - 12:44am | 337Read More...Shares of Pinterest Inc. (NYSE: PINS) tumbled almost 11% in Tuesday's extended session despite the social media company reporting first-quarter earnings results that beat Street estimates. What Happened: Pinterest on Tuesday reported a net loss for the first quarter that narrowed...
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Clubhouse Media Adds PBS, BBC, NBC Industry Vet As Advisor: What Investors Should Know
Tuesday, April 27, 2021 - 8:30am | 492Read More...The social influencer-based marketing and media firm Clubhouse Media Group announced the addition of an industry expert Tuesday to serve on its advisory board. What Happened: Perry Simon will join Clubhouse Media Group Inc's (Pink: CMGR) advisory board, bringing years of experience...
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How Bitclout Aims To Let People Bet On Twitter Influencers Using 'Creator Coins'
Saturday, April 24, 2021 - 11:41am | 896Read More...A new social network that allows followers to buy tokens in accounts is taking the world by storm. The network, called Bitclout, has seen interest from large investors, athletes, celebrities, retail traders and creators. The Basics On Bitclout: Bitclout offers a way for users to...
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Apple Prepares To Expand Ad Business Amid Allegations Of Stifling Rivals: Report
Thursday, April 22, 2021 - 3:14am | 501Read More...Apple Inc. (NASDAQ: AAPL) is preparing to expand its advertising business even as it rolls out new privacy rules for iPhones that could hurt the ad business of rivals such as Facebook Inc. (NASDAQ: FB), the Financial Times reported Wednesday. What Happened: Apple plans to add a second advertising...
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Twitter Unveils 'Professional Profiles' — An Attempt To Rival LinkedIn?
Thursday, April 22, 2021 - 1:20am | 518Read More...Twitter Inc (NYSE: TWTR) on Wednesday announced it is testing a new feature called Professional Profiles. What Happened: The social media company said Professional Profiles will allow users who use the app for their work to be able to display specific information about their business directly on...
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Discord Sets Aside Microsoft's Acquisition Bid In Favor Of IPO Plan Revival: WSJ
Wednesday, April 21, 2021 - 12:10am | 499Read More...Messaging platform Discord Inc has ended acquisition talks with Microsoft Inc (NASDAQ: MSFT) as it plans to stay independent and chase a potential initial public offering, The Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday. What Happened: Microsoft was in advanced talks to buy the fast-growing gaming...
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Facebook Soundbites Will Expand Audio Components Within Platform
Monday, April 19, 2021 - 3:07pm | 468Read More...Facebook Inc. (NASDAQ: FB) is building a series of audio-focused products that will bring a wider aural component to the social media company's platform. What Happened: Fidji Simo, head of Facebook App, published an article Monday on the company's website previewing the works-in-progress,...
