X lowers the threshold for its monetization program!
A weekly newsletter about all things social media by Nuelink
Gather 'round, social media enthusiasts, for another thrilling installment of the Nuelink Nuesletter!ย
This week has been a whirlwind of updates, transformations, and eyebrow-raising news across the digital landscape. Let's dive in and unravel the captivating tapestry of the social media realm.
In the ever-shifting saga of Elon Musk's vision for X (formerly Twitter), the focus this week has shifted to the captivating realm of live video. X is breathing new life into live broadcasts, enabling users to go live on iOS. It's a blast from the past with a futuristic twist.
As X navigates its transformation,the app is on a mission to elevate user engagement and discovery. A new "List" category in search results aims to streamline the exploration of intriguing lists related to specific topics. While previous attempts to encourage list usage fell somewhat flat, X remains undaunted, striving to enhance list discovery and interaction within the app. ๐
X continues also to make waves with revamped creator payout requirements. It's all about inclusivity as the threshold for ad revenue sharing gets a friendly downgrade, and creators can withdraw earnings starting from a mere $10. Money talks, and X is listening. ๐ต
In the meantime, Meta's Threads, an alternative to Twitter, is gearing up for some intriguing enhancements. Search and web functionalities are on the horizon, aiming to enhance user engagement and attract a broader audience, including journalists in need of story leads.
Meta's commitment to enhancing Threads continues with fresh features, including the ability to share posts to Instagram DMs, custom alt text for media, and a handy mention button. These updates promise a more dynamic and interactive experience for Threads users.
And, Meta is not forgetting about you, Instagrammers. The app is toying with an option that allows users to contribute their own images and videos to existing posts, creating a collaborative playground for creativity.
Meanwhile, Instagram takes a melodic turn, letting users add music to their photo carousels.
And in not so happy news for some, Facebook's group admins receive a gentle nudge to step up their moderation game, lest their responsibilities be delegated to another member. It's a friendly reminder that every group needs a diligent captain to steer the ship. ๐
TikTok, on the other hand, keeps the momentum rolling with the announcement of the "Gimme the Mic" virtual talent show. Aspiring artists can showcase their talents for a chance to shine and earn up to 500,000 Diamond rewards. Grab the mic and make your mark! ๐ค
Book lovers also have reason to rejoice! TikTok celebrates National Book Lovers Day with the "Global #BookTok Challenge." This is a great idea for TikTok's biggest community.
Google's clean-up campaign continues this week as the company prepares to delete inactive accounts. Users are given ample warning, ensuring a seamless transition for those who've bid their digital farewells.
LinkedIn is on a mission to empower job seekers with new features. Skills and competencies shine as users can now tag top skills in their profiles, making their talents more visible to potential employers. The "Projects" section also gets a facelift, embracing media-rich content and relevant skill tagging. ๐
And there you have it, a week brimming with digital twists and turns that could rival a suspense novel. Stay tuned for more captivating updates in the ever-evolving world of social media. Until next time, happy scrolling!
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Holidays ๐
Aug 14ย
National Financial Awareness Day.
Love Your Bookshop Day.
Aug 15
National Back To School Prep Day.
National Relaxation Day.
World Greatness Day.
Aug 16
National Authenticity Day.
National Independent Worker Day.
National Tell A Joke Day.
Aug 17
National Nonprofit Day.
National Thrift Shop Day.
Aug 18
Never Give Up Day.
World Breast Cancer Research Day.
Aug 19
World Humanitarian Day.
World Photo Day.
World Honey Bee Day.
Aug 20
National Bacon Lovers Day.
National Radio Day.
Trends ๐
The "Copycat" Trend: Share a hilarious video of you lip-syncing to this sound, accompanied by a funny text overlay and visuals that perfectly capture the moment when someone decides to "copy" you.
The "I Love the Way it Feels to Be a Hater" Trend: Upload a video using this sound and a text overlay that humorously highlights a scenario where you'd embrace your inner "hater" to share your hate of something people tend to love.
The "Girl Dinner Filter" Trend: This is a great trend for those of you marketing your restaurants or making food-related content. Using sound and filter, respond to the "girl dinner" options. The trend involves stopping the video when you would eat a full-plate of something. Some users are using the trend to decide their next meal or even what to make for dinner.
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Trending Songs
Olivia Rodrigo - Vampire.
Taylor Swift โ August.
Taylor Swift - Cruel Summer.
Nicki Minaj - Barbie World (with Aqua).
Memes ๐คฃ
The โMontgomery Riverboat Brawlโ Meme: Social media is buzzing as users recreate the wild riverfront brawl that occurred on Saturday in Montgomery. The brawl ensued when boaters clashed with a dock employee who requested them to shift their pontoon for the Harriott II Riverboat to dock. The incident, captured in video clips and turned into memes, has ignited a trend of reenactments that are now going viral.ย
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Read about Social Media News ๐ฐ
TikTok ๐ค๐ง
TikTok Launches New Push to Boost In-App Shopping Activity in the UK.
TikTok Announces โGlobal #BookTok Challengeโ to Encourage Literary Engagement.
TikTok Provides Tips on How to Set Up Effective Marketing Campaigns.
TikTok is seemingly making it easier to disclose if your content was generated by AI.
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X Users Can Now Participate in Spaces Streams via Desktop PCs.
X Looks to Revive Live-Streaming in Latest โEverything Appโ Push.
Elon Muskโs X canโt send Blue subscribers their ad revenue-sharing payouts on time.
X Is Adding a New Option to Sort User Posts Based on Engagement.
Xโs takeover of @music handle hints toward possible music plans.
X Adds Lists to Search Results on Web, Providing Another Way to Discover Topical Discussions.
X Announces New Brand Safety Measures, in Partnership with Integral Ad Science.
X Pays More Creators as Part of its New Ad Revenue Share Program.
X is auctioning off memorabilia from the Twitter offices. Here's what's up for grabs.
Video calls are coming to X, formerly Twitter, CEO confirms.
X, formerly Twitter, lowers requirements for its ad-revenue sharing program.
Google ๐
YouTube ๐ฅ
YouTube Adds New Report Which Breaks Down Channel Performance by Video Format.
YouTube Previews New Option to Link Shorts Clips to Longer Video Uploads.
Facebook ๐
Meta Shares New Overview of What You Can Do in Meta Business Suite.
Meta Warns Group Admins to Maintain Activity, or Theyโll Be Replaced.
LinkedIn ๐งโ๐ผ
Pinterest ๐
Snapchat ๐ป
Snapchatโs dark mode for Android no longer locked behind subscription.
Snapchat Rolls Out New โAfter Darkโ Element to Encourage Participatory Sharing.
Threads ๐
Hot SaaS Tools on the Market ๐จ๐งฐ
Nuelink: Plans, automates, schedules, cross-posts, and manages your social media platforms and content for you.
Yoast SEO: It provides on-page optimization suggestions, such as keyword usage, readability, and meta tags, to help improve the SEO of your blog posts.
Optimizely: This A/B testing and experimentation tool helps you optimize your website and test different variations of product pages, checkout processes, and more to improve conversion rates.
Adobe: Allows you to create graphics, web pages, and videos. It offers a range of templates and design elements for creating visually appealing content.
Our Two Cents on Social Media Marketing ๐งโโ๏ธ
Optimize your short-form content for vertical viewing. Create content that looks stunning on mobile devices, as these videos are often consumed on smartphones.
Schedule your cross-posted content to match the peak activity hours of each platform for maximum visibility and engagement.
Share and retweet a mix of articles, images, videos, and other media types to keep your content feed dynamic and engaging.
As usual, use Nuelink to keep your social media marketing plan running without investing much time and resources with its automation and scheduling features.
I hope you enjoyed this week's Nuesletter by Nuelink. Stay tuned for the latest news, tips, and more!
See you next week!