Elon Musk Proposes Open-Sourcing Twitter Algorithm Next Week
Although there’s no certain confirmation, it is speculated that Twitter might be about to open source its algorithm. This move would be in line with longstanding beliefs of CEO Elon…
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Tumblrs Parody of Paid Verification Boosts iOS Revenue by 125%
Tumblr’s parody of paid verification has already delivered the social network and blogging platform a 125% boost in iOS in-app purchase revenue since November, according to a new analysis of…
TikTok Extends Research Access to U.S. Academic Nonprofits
The TikTok Research API allows third-party developers to access and analyze the company’s data in order to create new apps and services. This expansion, which is limited to nonprofit academic…
YC-Backed Workpay Raises $2.7M to Expand HR-Payroll Solutions in Africa
The global HR payroll market is expanding at a rapid pace, with the market expected to reach a valuation of $14.31 billion by the close of this decade. This growth…
Kempus: Aims to Become the Go-To App for College Hacks
Though Rate My Professors is no longer the definitive guide to finding a good professor or an easy A, it’s still a popular site with millions of monthly users. Some…
TikTok Beta Test of Creativity Program: Revamped Creator Fund Unveiled
TikTok says that the revamped creator fund, called the “Creativity Program,” is designed to generate higher revenue and unlock more opportunities for creators. The invite-only program is available starting today…
WhatsApp Video Calls Now Possible with iOS Picture-in-Picture Feature
WhatsApp is continuing to expand its capabilities with the latest update to its iOS app. Now users can access other apps while on a call without interrupting the video feed.…
Layoffs Continue at Chipper Cash: 2nd Round Affects More than 12.5% of Staffing
The layoffs at Chipper Cash follow a series of other cost-cutting measures the company has taken in recent weeks, including reducing its headcount by 12.5% last Friday just ten weeks…
Unlock Your Access: Selling Blue Badges on Instagram & Facebook with Meta!
Facebook is looking to bolster its image as a reliable source of verified information with the launch of a monthly subscription service, called Meta Verified. The Blue Check mark on…
Keep Twitter Secure Without Giving Elon Musk a Dime
Twitter’s new policy is aimed at preventing unauthorized access to accounts, but some users are concerned that it will penalize them for not having 2FA protection. These users argue that…
