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Jetpack Stats new pricing module: What are your choices?

18 April, 2024 by PashaO

Jetpack.com, is a popular tool suite used by many WordPress site owners to enhance their websites with security, performance, and management features. The company has recently announced a significant change that has left its user base feeling the pinch. Automatic, the company behind Jetpack, has decided to start charging for what used to be one of its …

Unveiling pathways: Strategies for creatives to gain recognition

6 March, 2024 by Guest Author

In a world teeming with talent, creatives, including fashion designers, artists, and makers, often face the challenge of getting discovered. While artistic prowess is undoubtedly crucial, it’s equally important to navigate the business side of the creative industry. Today, we shed some light on several strategic approaches that can help creatives get their work in …

Spotify’s balancing act: Celebrating wrapped success amid workforce reductions

4 December, 2023 by PashaO

As Spotify marks another successful year with its Wrapped campaign, the company faces scrutiny over its decision to lay off 17% of its workforce despite posting significant profits. As 2023 draws to a close, Spotify, the global leader in audio streaming, has once again captured the attention of music enthusiasts worldwide with its annual Wrapped …

Elon Musk’s ambition to emulate China’s “everything app”

30 July, 2023 by PashaO

In a bold move to transform Twitter into a much larger platform, Elon Musk recently rebranded it as X, taking inspiration from China’s mega app WeChat. Musk has been vocal about his admiration for WeChat, referring to it as an “everything app” that combines chat, dating, payments, and social media. He envisions creating a similar …

Top 5 World of Warcraft add-ons to turbo-boost your levelling

22 July, 2023 by Devon Skyler

Are you tired of spending countless hours grinding your way through World of Warcraft levels? Do you wish there was a way to level up faster and more efficiently? Look no further! In this article, we will explore the top 5 World of Warcraft levelling add-ons that will revolutionise the way you progress in the …

Meta Threads: What you need to know

6 July, 2023 by PashaO

The recent launch of Meta’s Threads app has sparked excitement and curiosity among social media enthusiasts. Positioned as a potential competitor to Twitter, Threads aims to offer a unique text-based social media experience. Threads has entered the social media arena with its text-based platform reminiscent of vintage Twitter. With its seamless integration with Instagram and …

The future of TweetDeck: Behind the paywall

4 July, 2023 by PashaO

Twitter has recently made a significant announcement that is set to change the way users access and use TweetDeck. Starting next month, TweetDeck, the popular multi-column version of Twitter, will be put behind a paywall, requiring users to subscribe to Twitter Blue to access its advanced features. This move comes as Twitter continues to impose …

Meta launches Threads: A new Twitter alternative

4 July, 2023 by PashaO

The battle for the future of social media is heating up as Meta, the parent company of Instagram, prepares to launch a new app called Threads. With Twitter facing backlash and increasing restrictions, users are seeking alternative platforms. Threads aims to provide a text-based conversation platform where communities can come together to discuss various topics. …

Spill: A fresh take on social media

2 July, 2023 by PashaO

‍In the ever-evolving world of social media, a new player has emerged: Spill. Founded by Alphonzo Terrell and DeVaris Brown, both former Twitter employees, Spill aims to be a “real-time conversation platform that puts culture first.” Unlike traditional social media platforms, Spill takes a unique approach, focusing on a “meme-forward” aesthetic and catering to marginalised …

Pokemon Go: Niantic cuts workforce and cancels games amidst gaming industry slowdown

30 June, 2023 by PashaO

In response to a slowdown in demand within the gaming industry, Niantic, the maker of the popular Pokemon Go video game, has announced plans to cut a quarter of its workforce. The company will also close its studio in Los Angeles and cancel the development of two games. This move comes as a result of …

Meta sells Giphy to Shutterstock and loses millions

24 May, 2023 by PashaO

Meta paid $400m three years ago for Giphy, the animated-gif search engine. Now it has sold for $53m to Shutterstock. The UK’s competition watchdog reissued an order to Meta last year, requiring it to sell Giphy. Giphy is the leading supplier of animated gifs to social networks such as Snapchat, TikTok and Twitter. Meta platforms …

What is Bluesky Social?

3 May, 2023 by PashaO

In recent months, Twitter has undergone major changes under the leadership of CEO Elon Musk, prompting calls for an alternative social media platform. One such app that has gained attention as a potential Twitter rival is Bluesky Social, launched by former Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey. With prominent users like model Chrissy Teigen and Representative Alexandria …

The growth of AI and job security: Which positions remain safe?

22 April, 2023 by PashaO

The rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionised various industries, making our lives more comfortable and efficient. However, the astounding progress comes with concerns – mainly centred around the possible takeover of human jobs. Growth of AI AI has progressed by leaps and bounds in the past few decades. It is no longer confined …

The future of content creation: Benefits of using AI

7 April, 2023 by PashaO

In the modern landscape of content creation, crafting high-quality and engaging content is more important than ever. One way to enhance your productivity and create outstanding work is by utilising artificial intelligence (AI) for content creation. Efficiency and speed AI algorithms excel at processing large amounts of data quickly, which empowers users with accelerated content …

Twitter will remove legacy Blue Ticks on 1 April

24 March, 2023 by PashaO

Twitter announced that it is removing the verification system that gave blue check marks to accounts it confirmed to be genuine and in the public interest. The company, in a tweet, said, “On 1 April, we will begin winding down our legacy verified program and removing legacy verified checkmarks. To keep your blue checkmark on …

Spoutible: A rising contender taking on Twitter?

17 March, 2023 by PashaO

In today’s fast-paced digital world, communication platforms such as social media sites have become increasingly essential. As we seek quick, efficient, and informative ways to engage with others, a new contender has emerged: Spoutible. With its familiar interface and similarities to Twitter, Spoutible is positioning itself to become a formidable rival in the social media …

Meta is building a decentralised Twitter rival

11 March, 2023 by PashaO

Facebook and Instagram may be adding a new member to the Meta family. In a move that will challenge Twitter and Mastodon, Facebook announced they are developing a text-based social network app, according to Platformer. A Meta spokesperson stated, ” We’re exploring a standalone decentralised social network for sharing text updates. We believe there’s an …

The unravelling of social media platforms

9 March, 2023 by PashaO

Social media platforms have become an integral part of our daily lives, connecting people worldwide and fostering communities based on shared interests. However, some of these platforms have experienced a decline in recent years, reminiscent of the twilight days of once-vibrant communities like LiveJournal and Tumblr. In this article, we will explore the decline of …

Meta adding paid verified service for Facebook and Instagram

20 February, 2023 by PashaO

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, plans to launch a paid verification service that will give their users a blue checkmark. “This week we’re starting to roll out Meta Verified — a subscription service that lets you verify your account with a government ID, get a blue badge, get extra impersonation protection against accounts claiming to …