A contributor writing for Entrepreneur, affiliated with Fix Your Search, argues that small businesses often make the mistake of assigning social media duties to whoever seems comfortable online rather than someone trained in strategy. The piece outlines seven reasons why training a social media team—covering platform knowledge, consistent execution, and understanding what drives engagement—is essential for organic growth. It emphasizes that organic social media can build trust and brand loyalty without ad spend, but only when run strategically.
entrepreneur.com
· 2026-11-06
Google, Meta and TikTok have filed separate lawsuits challenging California's Assembly Bill 1709, which bans 'psychologically exploitative' features like personalized feeds, infinite scroll and autoplay for users under 16 and requires age verification. Governor Gavin Newsom signed the law in September as part of a broader social media and AI safety package, with it set to take effect January 1, 2027. The companies argue the law violates the First Amendment and Section 230, saying it overrides their editorial judgment and parents' authority.
techspot.com
· 2026-11-06
Meta, Google, and TikTok have each filed separate lawsuits against California Attorney General Rob Bonta seeking to block AB 1709, a law signed by Governor Gavin Newsom that bans autoplay and personalized feeds for users under 16 starting January 1. The law would require platforms to delete underage accounts that don't disable those features, with fines up to $50,000 per affected minor for noncompliance.
techcrunch.com
· 2026-11-06
Reddit is piloting a new ad format that places sponsored content directly inside search results, matched to the relevance of a user's query. For example, searching for an espresso station or a home office setup could surface ads for related products like coffee machines or desks. The company says it is starting with a limited group of advertisers.
theverge.com
· 2026-11-03
Reddit is pressing a legal challenge against Australia's under-16 social media law, which took effect December 10, 2025, arguing the rule is unconstitutional and that Reddit shouldn't be classified as a social media platform. The company, alongside a libertarian advocacy group, contends the law violates an implied freedom of political expression and is seeking either invalidation or an exemption for itself.
techspot.com
· 2026-11-03
Snap has reached a settlement in a lawsuit alleging its Snapchat platform contributed to social media addiction, resolving the case shortly before it was set to go to trial. Terms of the settlement have not been disclosed.
tech.slashdot.org
· 2026-11-03
Snap has settled a lawsuit filed by two teenagers who alleged its platform was designed to be addictive and contributed to their depression, anxiety, and eating disorders. The case was set to be Snap's first trial in a wider wave of litigation over social media's effects on young users, with CEO Evan Spiegel expected to testify. The same plaintiffs had already settled similar claims against Meta, TikTok, and YouTube.
techcrunch.com
· 2026-11-02
Snap has settled a lawsuit filed by two teens, identified as K.D.B. and S.J., who alleged Snapchat use contributed to self-harm and mental health problems. The settlement came after jury selection had already begun and just before trial was set to start this month, with terms undisclosed. Meta had settled its portion of the same case shortly before, leaving Snap as the sole remaining defendant.
engadget.com
· 2026-11-02
Court documents reportedly reveal Meta employees discussed a 'whisper campaign' approach aimed at undermining social psychologist Jonathan Haidt, a prominent critic of social media's effects on youth mental health. The filings suggest internal communications explored ways to counter Haidt's influence rather than directly engage his research publicly.
tech.slashdot.org
· 2026-11-01
Meta reached an undisclosed settlement with an 18-year-old Mississippi plaintiff, K.D.B., just as jury selection began in Los Angeles, following earlier settlements with TikTok and YouTube in the same case. Her lawsuit alleged social media use led to compulsive scrolling, poor school performance, and self-harm. Snap now remains the sole defendant, with CEO Evan Spiegel expected to testify if the case proceeds to trial.
yro.slashdot.org
· 2026-10-30
Meta has settled a social media addiction lawsuit filed by an 18-year-old Mississippi woman identified as K.D.B., just as jury selection was underway in Los Angeles. The plaintiff had already settled with TikTok and YouTube earlier, and her attorney confirmed the Meta settlement Friday without disclosing terms. Snap now remains the only defendant, with CEO Evan Spiegel expected to testify if the case proceeds to trial.
engadget.com
· 2026-10-30
TikTok creators are increasingly posting videos that build suspense before revealing their Halloween costumes, rather than simply showing the finished look. The format turns the costume reveal itself into the main content, with creators using editing and pacing techniques to maximize anticipation.
fastcompany.com
· 2026-10-30
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