A new study published in Nature has found that X's algorithm—the hidden system or "recipe" that governs which posts appear in your feed and in which order—shifts users' political opinions in a more ...

YouTube is testing conversational AI on smart TVs, allowing viewers to ask the assistant questions related to the video they're watching on the big screen.

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Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg appeared in a Los Angeles court as part of a civil trial over social media. The post Zuckerberg testifies in California trial that ‘could wipe out' social media appeared ...

The X algorithm’s promotion of conservative content may shift the political opinions of those who switch to its “For You” tab after previously using a purely chronological feed, a study published ...

The EU is threatening to take action against the social media company. It could be the start of a global reckoning.

Ever wonder why your social media feed seems to “read your mind?” One minute, you’re watching a video about travel, and suddenly, your feed is filled with flight deals and hotel recommendations. It’s ...

In today's interview, we chat with Jesse Cox. He's been a YouTube pioneer for well over a decade with his main channel boasting over 1 million subscribers. Since then, he's also expanded into the ...

This story was featured in The Must Read, a newsletter in which our editors recommend one can’t-miss story every weekday. Sign up here to get it in your inbox. Johnny Gaffney is having a nightmare: He ...

Not all YouTube experts do the same job — strategy, execution and growth support vary widely. Consultants usually diagnose problems, while managers and growth experts help execute solutions. Channel ...

Last year, like 2024, 2023, and, well, probably most years since 2005, was the Year of YouTube. The video platform has become massively successful in every dimension: It’s got at least 2.5 billion ...

YouTube is huge right now. A 2025 Pew study indicates that approximately 84% of U.S. adults use it, and Alphabet’s quarterly updates reveal billions in YouTube ad revenue. That is a lot of eyes and a ...