At MWC Barcelona on Sunday, Xiaomi officially unveiled the global versions of its new top-of-the-line smartphone, the Xiaomi 14, which launched last year in China. Xiaomi also globally launched the over-powered Xiaomi 14 Ultra, which was unveiled in China last week. Curiously, the Xiaomi 14 Pro did not get a global version, though that’s not…
Reading Time: 10 minutes Buckle up, kids, it’s time for another history lesson. No, we aren’t visiting ancient Western Europe to learn about SaaS Growth… today, we’re headed to ancient Silicon Valley. Ancient in Internet years, at least. 1996, that is. In the mid-90’s, the Internet was literally in its infancy. My first email account…
In the upcoming months, WhatsApp has plans to implement some updates to their Terms of Service and Privacy Policies in the European region, in response to two new EU regulations: the Digital Services Act and the Digital Markets Act. These updates are set to take effect in April, and users within Europe will be informed…
X, formerly Twitter, is trying to placate lawmakers about the app’s safety measures ahead of a Big Tech congressional hearing on Wednesday, which will focus on how companies like X, Meta, TikTok and others are protecting kids online. Over the weekend, the social media company announced via Bloomberg that it would staff a new “Trust…
Interestingly, the skills that best predict internal movers revolve around collaboration, inclusion, and adaptability — the abilities to connect with coworkers, make everyone feel included, and drive change on an organizational scale. If you’re trying to improve internal mobility and retention, these are the skills you’ll want to look for in internal and external candidates…
Vertical video platform TikTok wants users to turn their phones around and start shooting horizontal videos — long ones, too. TikTok appears to be incentivizing creators to start posting horizontal videos that are more than a minute long, according to a prompt seen by creators @candicedchap and @kenlyealtumbiz. The platform says it will “boost” these videos…
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times‘ revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who…
You’ve probably received dozens of spammy, impersonal direct messages (DMs) in your social media inboxes that you never bothered replying to. Think messages from people who misspell your name, are clearly looking to sell you something you don’t need, or are just copy-pasting text en masse. It’s little wonder that DMs get a bad rap,…
WhatsApp is rolling out a new update through the Google Play Beta Program, bringing the version up to 2.24.5.11. What’s new in this update? WhatsApp is rolling out a feature to access channel reports, and it’s available to some beta testers! Common questions Answers Name of the feature? Channel reports Status? Rolling out Compatibility? WhatsApp…
Twitter, a microblogging platform born in 2006, has evolved into a global social media giant, transforming the way we communicate, share information, and stay updated on current events. With its concise and real-time nature, Twitter has become a powerful tool for individuals, businesses, and influencers to connect with a diverse audience. In this article, we…
When it comes to skills-first hiring, many companies talk a good game. They announce they’re dropping degree requirements and insist they’re evaluating candidates based on all they have to offer. But a recent study by The Burning Glass Institute and Harvard Business School found that even though these companies talk the talk, they don’t always…
YouTube’s work on optimizing the viewing experience for connected/smart TVs continues with a redesign of channel pages for all Creators. It starts with a large background that takes up most of your screen instead of just a sliver/banner at the top. The avatar, channel name, and handle is now joined by subscriber count at the…
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Reddit’s IPO is almost here, with the company filing its S-1 registration with the SEC today, which outlines its current finances and strategic goals, ahead of the pending listing. And there are some interesting notes in the data provided. First off, Reddit, which will soon be listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the…