Social Media
Examining the impact, trends, and future of social media on global communication.
- News
Instagram Is Finally Working on an iPad App, Possibly in Response to TikTok
Instagram is finally working on an iPad app, possibly to better compete with TikTok’s optimized tablet and foldable support.
- News
Daily Nation Drives Nearly Half of Kenya’s Online News Traffic, New Africa Report Reveals
RANKED2025 names Kenya’s Daily Nation among Africa’s top digital news sites, highlighting its massive influence and audience reach.
- International
Series Launches from Stealth with $3M to Reinvent How Gen Z Connects Using AI in iMessage
Series, an AI-powered iMessage platform, raised $3M to help Gen Z students build meaningful, bias-free connections through AI Friends.
- Interesting Reads
CIVICUS 2025 Report Warns of Rising Authoritarianism as Kenyan Youth Lead Global Resistance
The 2025 CIVICUS State of Civil Society Report warns of rising authoritarianism and global conflict, but highlights youth-led protests in…
- 24 Bit
Activism, Censorship & Regulation: A Discussion on the Future of Social Media in Kenya
Kenya’s push for social media regulation sparks debate on censorship, activism, free speech, tech accountability, and the future of digital…
- News
South Sudan Blocks Social Media Platforms Amid Regional Unrest
South Sudan blocks Facebook, TikTok, and other social media platforms for up to 90 days, citing violent content concerns.
- News
OpenAI Launches Sora Allowing Users to Create Stunning 1080p AI Videos
OpenAI launches Sora Turbo, enabling ChatGPT subscribers to create 1080p AI videos in seconds with advanced features and safeguards.
- News
#YearOnTikTok 2024: Kenyan Creativity, Culture, and Impact in Focus
TikTok 2024 highlighted Kenyan creativity, culture, and business growth, celebrating impactful creators and trends that reshaped communities and industries globally.
- News
Kenya Proposes New 15% Tax on Social Media and Online Businesses
Kenya proposes a 15% tax on social media and online businesses, impacting creators, SMEs, and digital services to boost revenue.
- News
Why Elon Musk’s X Update Might Be Violating App Store Rules and Endangering Users
Elon Musk’s X update lets blocked users view public posts, raising privacy concerns and potential app store violations.
- Announcements
Meta Loses Appeal in Kenya, Set to Face Lawsuit Over Mass Moderator Firings
A Kenyan court ruled Meta can be sued over the dismissal and working conditions of content moderators in Kenya.
- News
Unexplained WhatsApp Ban Currently Affecting Users Globally
WhatsApp users worldwide face sudden, unexplained account suspensions, with no official explanation or communication from Meta yet.
- Startups
Chpter Secures $1.2 Million Pre-Seed Funding to Revolutionize Social Commerce in Africa
Chpter secures $1.2M Pre-Seed funding to expand AI-powered social commerce platform across Africa, focusing on WhatsApp-led e-commerce growth.
- News
Brazil Suspends Elon Musk’s X and Sanctions Starlink Amid Escalating Legal Feud
Brazil suspends Elon Musk's X and sanctions Starlink amid escalating legal battle over free speech, misinformation, and compliance issues.
- News
X (Formerly Twitter) Blocked Across Tanzania Amid Political Tensions
X (formerly Twitter) has been blocked across Tanzania amid political tensions, raising concerns about digital repression and freedom of expression.
