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technology1 day ago•2 min saved

AI-driven search reshapes traffic as publishers pivot to creator-first models

A Reuters Institute survey of 280 media leaders across 51 countries finds AI-powered search summaries and chatbots could cut news referrals by about 43% over three years, with global search traffic already down roughly a third; publishers are shifting away from chasing traffic toward subscriptions, and investing in YouTube/TikTok-style short-form content, while 75% plan to push journalists to act more like creators and about half to partner with creators, signaling a potential end to the traditional 'traffic era' for online news.

via The Guardian|

#ai #media-industry #search-engine

health-and-technology14 days ago•3 min saved

Impact of Short-Form Videos and Social Media on Teens' Memory and Mental Health

Research from Munich shows that short-form videos like TikTok impair users' ability to remember and execute planned tasks, with TikTok significantly degrading prospective memory performance compared to other platforms like Twitter and YouTube, despite not being more engaging. This effect highlights the cognitive costs of highly engaging, fast-paced video content.

via Boing Boing|

#cognitive-impact #health-and-technology #prospective-memory

technology3 months ago•1 min saved

Facebook Enhances Reels Experience with New Features and Algorithm Updates

Meta is revamping Facebook's video features, including upgrading its recommendations engine and increasing the visibility of recent reels, to better compete with TikTok and make Facebook more relevant again, resulting in a 20% increase in video engagement year-over-year.

via The Verge|

#facebook #meta #reels

technology4 months ago•2 min saved

Instagram Launches Its Long-Awaited iPad App

Instagram is finally launching a dedicated iPad app, opening directly to Reels, its TikTok competitor, with features optimized for the larger screen, signaling a focus on short-form video content on tablets.

via The Verge|

#instagram #ipad #meta

technology4 months ago•3 min saved

Skylight's TikTok rival introduces community curators

Skylight, a startup built on Bluesky's AT Protocol, has launched version 2.0 of its app, emphasizing human-curated feeds over algorithmic ones to appeal to users seeking more authentic and less manipulated social media experiences. The update introduces features allowing users to create and follow custom curator feeds, integrate with third-party tools like Graze, and add livestreaming via Streamplace, aiming to foster a community-driven platform as an alternative to TikTok and traditional social apps.

via TechCrunch|

#bluesky #community-curators #short-form-video

technology1 year ago•3 min saved

"Uber Eats Introduces TikTok-style Video Feed for Enhanced Discovery"

Uber Eats is testing a TikTok-like video feed in New York, San Francisco, and Toronto to help restaurants showcase their dishes and boost discovery. The short-form videos will be visible in carousels across the app, allowing users to swipe through and see content from nearby restaurants. The feed aims to replicate the in-person dining experience and inspire users to try new dishes. The company is also revamping its Uber Eats Manager software and launching a new app for restaurant managers to support merchants.

via TechCrunch|

#app #restaurants #short-form-video

technology1 year ago•1 min saved

LinkedIn Trials TikTok-Style Videos for Professional Networking

LinkedIn is testing a new TikTok-like short-form video feed within its app, joining other platforms like Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and Netflix. The feed, spotted by a strategy director, features a vertical feed of short videos focused on careers and professionalism, allowing users to like, comment, and share. The move aims to boost engagement and discovery on the platform, as videos have become a desired format for learning from professionals. While it presents opportunities for creators, some users may not welcome the addition due to the proliferation of short-form video feeds on popular apps.

via TechCrunch|

#app #linkedin #short-form-video

social-media2 years ago•1 min saved

"Facebook introduces personalized discovery features for Reels"

Facebook introduces new ways to discover and personalize Reels, including adding them to the main navigation in Facebook Watch, allowing seamless scrolling between reels and long-form videos, and giving users more control over the reels they see with "Show More" and "Show Less" options. The platform also introduces contextual labels on the Reels video player to explain why users are seeing certain reels. Reels are becoming more social, with people re-sharing them across Facebook's apps more than 2 billion times every day.

via Meta Store|

#discoverability #facebook #personalization