1.Meta introduces Facebook Reels API for desktop and web publishers
Meta has introduced the Facebook Reels API, an enterprise solution API that enables the sharing of Reels to publicly available Facebook Pages from a desktop or web-based application. [Source: Social Samosa]
2. YouTube Outlines New Monetization Program for Shorts Creators
YouTube has announced that it will provide more direct monetization options for Shorts creators, which could make YouTube the platform of choice for more creative talent. [Source: Social Media Today]
3. Snapchat introduces new features, including Snapchat for Web
Snapchat has rolled out 4 new features for the users that will make conversation on the app faster. This includes Chat Shortcuts, Question Stickers, and more. [Source: Social Samosa]
4. The Famous’ Flying Car Start-up’ By Google’s Co-Founder Is Wrapping Up, and Here’s What’s Next
Larry Page, who happens to be Google’s Co-Founder, is shedding light on how his famous flying car start-up is winding up and sharing more insight on what could possibly be next. [Source: Digital Information World]
5. Meta Adds New Tools to Help Promote Emerging Creators on Facebook
Creators are Meta’s big focus right now, and specifically, providing more ways for creators to build their audiences (and reliance) on both Facebook and Instagram. [Source: Social Media Today]
6. Microsoft Launches its First Major Update for Windows 11, and it Includes Some Big Changes
Microsoft has started rolling out its first major update for Windows 11, and it definitely includes some major upgrades for the company’s most recent version of the PC system. [Source: Digital Information World]
7. Facebook introduces Collaborative Ads for local delivery
Brands can use Collaborative Ads to reach high-intent shoppers while driving traffic and sales to their retail partner’s site, app or store. [Source: Search Engine Land]
8. YouTube Announces New’ Creator Music’ Platform to Facilitate Music Licensing Deals
YouTube’s looking to make it easier for creators to use music in their video clips with a new ‘Creator Music’ element within YouTube Studio. [Source: Social Media Today]
9. Google Streamlines Ad Creation Process
Google is rolling out several updates designed to streamline the process of creating ads with multiple extensions. [Source: Search Engine Journal]
10. Google launched additional support and troubleshooting for Consent Mode
Advertisers can access their Consent Mode status on the conversion summary page in their Ads account. You’ll be able to tell right away whether Consent Mode is properly implemented. [Source: Search Engine Land]